Bakery Production Lead

Maker's Pride; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Maker's Pride in Grand Rapids, MI, is seeking an experienced production supervisor to lead mixing, baking, forming and packaging operations on scheduled shifts, ensuring safety, quality and cost controls. You will supervise and develop a team, plan production, enforce GMP and 5S, monitor inventory and equipment, and collaborate with maintenance, QA and logistics to meet customer deliveries.

Proven leadership, strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential to succeed in this

Qualifications

• Two-year college degree preferred.
• 3-5 years supervisory experience in manufacturing; Bakery/food experience a plus.
• Proficient in MS Office; SAP and Kronos experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise production team and direct day-to-day operations.
• Plan and schedule production to meet orders and minimize costs.
• Ensure GMP, 5S, and safety regulations are followed.
• Review production data and resolve operational issues.
• Train and develop employees; conduct performance evaluations.
• Maintain inventory rotation and material handling.
• Coordinate with QA, maintenance, and logistics.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Conflict resolution

Data analysis

Effective communication

Project management

Budgeting/cost control

Education

Two-year college degree in business

Tools

SAP

Kronos

MS Office

Job description

Maker's Pride in Grand Rapids, MI, is seeking an experienced production supervisor to lead mixing, baking, forming and packaging operations on scheduled shifts, ensuring safety, quality and cost controls. You will supervise and develop a team, plan production, enforce GMP and 5S, monitor inventory and equipment, and collaborate with maintenance, QA and logistics to meet customer deliveries.

Proven leadership, strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential to succeed in this