Lead, Bakery Production- 3rd Shift

Hungry for a career that’s as rewarding as it is delicious? 

At Aspire Bakeries, we don’t just bake breads, cookies, and cakes - we create foods that bring people together. From La Brea Bakery® artisan breads to Otis Spunkmeyer® cookies, our products are enjoyed by millions of people every day. And behind every bite are talented manufacturing and support teams who take pride in their work and our food. 

We’re looking for hard-working people who will bring integrity, creativity, and a passion for excellence to everything they do - whether that’s on the bakery floor, in the office, or supporting customers. In return, we offer a workplace culture built on care, ownership, and growth - where your contributions matter and your career can rise as high as our bread loaves! 

With 13 commercial bakeries across North America and a reputation as an industry leader, Aspire Bakeries is rising together with our people and our customers to be the best all-around bakery solution. If you’re ready to grow with us, we’d love to hear from you

Why You’ll Love Working At Aspire Bakeries

• Culture – Our culture thrives on collaboration, diversity, and a shared passion for excellence. We support team members, empower growth, and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-paid life insurance and additional voluntary options to fit your needs.
• Work-Life Balance – Paid parental leave, generous paid time off, and holidays so you can recharge and spend time on what matters most.
• Financial Security – Competitive retirement plans, plus short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Growth & Development – Opportunities to build skills, grow your career, and develop expertise through Aspire Bakeries’ learning and development programs.
• Flexibility & Support – HSA and FSA plans to help you manage everyday expenses.
• Recognition & Rewards – Performance incentive plans that celebrate achievements across sales, bakery performance, and individual contributions.

About the Role

We are seeking a Lead, Bakery-Production to join our team at our Swedesboro, NJ bakery. As a Lead, Bakery-Production, you will be accountable for coordinating production and packing operations, leading team members to achieve production goals, and ensuring products meet quality, food safety, and operational standards. This role is vital to maintaining efficient bakery operations while fostering a safe, productive, and continuous improvement-focused work environment.

Shift & Schedule

• Shift: 3rd Shift
• Hours: Overnight schedule based on production requirements
• Weekend Availability: Required

Compensation

Hourly Rate: $28.00 

Core Accountabilities (What You'll Be Doing)

• Lead production and packing teams to achieve daily production schedules and operational goals.
• Coordinate employee training, work assignments, and staffing to maximize productivity and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, GMP, and workplace safety requirements.
• Monitor production performance, documentation accuracy, and SAP data entry to support operational reporting.
• Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, Sanitation, Shipping, and Receiving teams to resolve issues and maintain workflow.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives through problem-solving, root cause analysis, and operational excellence activities.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient production environment while providing leadership coverage as needed.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum three (3) years of related manufacturing, bakery, or production experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum one (1) year of lead or team leadership experience in a production environment.
• Ability to understand and operate mixing process controls and production equipment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and SAP or similar production reporting systems.
• Ability to read, interpret, and communicate operating procedures, safety rules, and production documents.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and safely lift up to 50 pounds, with occasional team-assisted lifting and movement of heavier materials.

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

• Previous experience in a fast-paced bakery, food manufacturing, or packaging environment.
• Experience training and developing production employees.
• Knowledge of GMPs, food safety, and quality systems.
• Experience participating in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with Centerline, CIL, or operational excellence programs.

Aspire Bakeries LLC values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. The final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to location, shift, education, skill, and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed in this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates that exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Aspire Bakeries is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants.