Production Manager, Bakery- Manufacturing

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 Production Manager, Bakery- Manufacturing to join our team at our Cayce, SC bakery. As a Production Manager, you will be accountable for overseeing production, engineering, and sanitation operations to ensure the safe, efficient, and continuous delivery of high-quality products. This role is critical in driving operational excellence, developing high-performing teams, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the bakery.

Shift & Schedule

• Shift: Regular business hours
• Weekend Availability: Required

Core Accountabilities (What You'll Be Doing)

• Lead production, engineering, and sanitation operations to achieve safety, quality, and productivity goals.
• Ensure product quality and regulatory compliance through partnership with FSQA and operational teams.
• Manage workforce planning, performance management, employee relations, and team development.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on waste reduction, process optimization, and operational efficiency.
• Maintain audit readiness and adherence to safety, sanitation, and food safety standards.
• Support budget management, capital planning, and operational reporting requirements.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to meet customer expectations and business objectives.

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Experience in a management role within a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of food manufacturing processes including production, packaging, engineering, and shipping operations.
• Strong leadership, communication, conflict resolution, and team-building skills.
• Ability to support evening, overnight, and weekend operations as business needs require.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and operational management systems.

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

• Experience in bakery manufacturing operations, including mixing, proofing, baking, and packaging processes.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Training or certification in Continuous Improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen.
• Experience supporting capital projects and technical manufacturing environments.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and customer groups.

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.