Supervisor, Bakery-Operation
Location:
Swedesboro, NJ, US, 08085
08085
Job Type:
Bakery Operations
08085
Aspire Bakeries is a North American baking company with a leadership position in specialty frozen baked goods. Formed from leading bakery companies, its innovative food portfolio includes breads, artisan breads, buns, cookies, donuts, muffins and pastries from beloved brands like La Brea Bakery®, Otis Spunkmeyer®, and Oakrun Farm Bakery®. With 13 bakeries in North America, we are committed to driving innovation, predicting upcoming consumer trends and flavors, and exceeding our customers’ expectations. Aspire Bakeries champions the values of Integrity, Ownership, Customer Focus, Creativity and Care to help us deliver on People Safety, Food Safety, Quality and Collaboration.
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 – A competitive 401(k) with immediate company match, 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 an Operations Supervisor to join our team at our Swedesboro Bakery. As an Operations Supervisor, you will be accountable for overseeing daily production activities, ensuring efficient manufacturing operations, and maintaining product quality standards while driving continuous improvement across bakery processes. This role is vital in meeting customer demand, optimizing line performance, and ensuring compliance with production and quality specifications. This role requires you to be onsite four days per week, giving you hands-on collaboration with the team and daily exposure to the pulse of the business.
Compensation
Salary Range: $75,000-$85,000
Shift
2nd Shift: 2:00pm-10:30pm
Core Accountabilities (What You’ll be Doing)
- Lead and oversee daily production operations to ensure efficiency, safety, and product quality
- Coordinate production schedules with Materials Management to meet inventory and customer demand
- Monitor line performance, including downtime and waste, and implement improvements
- Collaborate cross-functionally with maintenance, engineering, and quality teams to resolve operational issues
- Ensure compliance with product specifications through inspection and process control
- Train and develop team members on quality standards, equipment operation, and procedures
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency, performance, and cost effectiveness
Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)
- High school diploma or GED required
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing or food production, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret production schedules, safety rules, and procedure manuals
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Ability to train, lead, and effectively communicate with teams in a production environment
Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)
- At least 2 years of experience in a bakery or food manufacturing environment
- Experience with inventory control and manufacturing systems
- Knowledge of process improvement or production optimization methods
- Familiarity with quality assurance standards in food production
- Experience in supervising or leading production teams
Call to Action
Ready to grow your career with a company that values your work and your future?
Apply today and become part of our team at Aspire Bakeries!
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 or veteran status.
