Assistant Production Manager-Nights

New Horizons Baking Company; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision benefits

401K with match

Paid vacation

Relocation assistance

Job summary

New Horizons Baking Company in Columbus, OH is seeking an Assistant Night Shift Production Manager to lead frontline teams during the night shift, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency while fostering a productive work culture.

You will train and coach line leads, monitor production schedules, uphold GMPs, and collaborate with maintenance and sanitation to resolve issues. Evening shifts, strong leadership required; bakery experience preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a food manufacturing or production supervisory role; bakery experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of safety, quality, and production standards in a regulated facility.
• Effective communicator who can adapt to a diverse workforce.
• Experience with shift reports, documentation, and troubleshooting basics.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Night Shift Production Manager with oversight of nightly production schedules and line performance.
• Provide hands-on leadership to production line leads, machine operators, and team members across multiple areas.
• Ensure GMPs, safety policies, and sanitation standards are followed.
• Monitor KPIs including downtime, yields, and labor utilization; report findings.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Team management

Safety/compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical training preferred

Job description

About New Horizons Baking Company

Since 1967, New Horizons Baking Company has proudly partnered with some of the nation's most recognizable food brands. We are a fully operating bakery producing high-quality, ready-to-eat hamburger buns and pancakes, serving more than 2,000 quick-service restaurants, retail chains, and sandwich makers across the Midwest.

About New Horizons Baking Company

Since 1967, New Horizons Baking Company has proudly partnered with some of the nation's most recognizable food brands. We are a fully operating bakery producing high-quality, ready-to-eat hamburger buns and pancakes, serving more than 2,000 quick-service restaurants, retail chains, and sandwich makers across the Midwest.

Our Columbus facility represents the next evolution of our business - designed with innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence at the forefront. The facility features modern, high-speed production lines capable of producing over 8,000 buns per hour, alongside dedicated pancake production operations that further expand our product portfolio.

With construction complete and operations underway, we continue to grow our team to support ongoing production, quality, and customer demand. We are seeking motivated, dedicated individuals who want to be part of a thriving, fast-paced manufacturing environment and contribute to the continued success of New Horizons Baking Company.

Compensation & Benefits:

$75,000-$85,000 (BOE)

Hours:

Night shift Operations support

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, company paid Dental and Vision, Disability and Life Insurance, 401K with match, and paid Vacation.

Additional benefits include:

• Employee appreciation lunches and events
• Opportunities for development and job advancement
• Relocation assistance
• Paid parental leave

Position Summary

The Assistant Night Shift Production Manager supports overall production operations during the night shift, helping to lead, coach, and coordinate frontline teams. This role ensures that safety, quality, and efficiency standards are met while driving a positive and productive work culture. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, thrives in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, and is passionate about continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Night Shift Production Manager with oversight of nightly production schedules and line performance
• Provide hands-on leadership to production line leads, machine operators, and team members across multiple areas
• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), safety policies, and sanitation standards
• Monitor and report key performance indicators (KPIs) including downtime, yields, and labor utilization
• Support timely troubleshooting of equipment or process issues in coordination with maintenance and sanitation teams
• Lead pre-shift meetings, communicate production goals, and support cross-functional collaboration
• Contribute to employee training, shift handoffs, and performance feedback as needed
• Act as a point of contact in the absence of the Night Shift Production Manager
• Assist in ensuring documentation and production records are completed accurately
• Promote a respectful, inclusive, and high-accountability team environment

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in a food manufacturing or production supervisory role; bakery experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of safety, quality, and production standards in a regulated facility
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage priorities in a high-speed environment
• Effective communicator who can adapt to a diverse workforce
• Experience with shift reports, documentation, and troubleshooting basics
• High school diploma or GED required; post-secondary or technical training preferred

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Fast-paced production and warehouse setting
• Must be able to stand, walk, lift, bend, and work in warm and cool environments for extended periods
• Night shift schedule required, with potential overtime or weekend coverage as needed

Why Join New Horizons in Columbus?

• Brand new facility with state-of-the-art equipment
• Stable and growing company with over 50 years of baking excellence
• Competitive pay and benefits
• Opportunities for advancement and skill development
• Inclusive and team-oriented culture

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level, or work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities as needed and as assigned by supervision.

New Horizons is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.