Lead, Bakery Production

Otis Spunkmeyer, LLC; Swedesboro (NJ); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Bakeries LLC is hiring a Lead, Bakery-Production for our Swedesboro, NJ bakery. You will coordinate daily production and packing, lead a team, ensure food safety, and maintain schedules and quality standards.

The role requires 3+ years in manufacturing with 1 year in a lead position, strong knowledge of bakery processes, and proficiency with SAP/Excel. Weekend and 2nd shift hours apply; company offers robust benefits as part of a competitive package.

Qualifications

• Must have 3+ years in manufacturing/production or equivalent
• Minimum 1 year of Lead Operator or team lead experience
• Ability to understand bakery production processes and equipment
• Ability to read and complete production, safety and quality docs
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and SAP or similar systems

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily production and packing activities to meet schedules and productivity goals.
• Lead, train, and support production employees while promoting teamwork and accountability.
• Monitor product quality, food safety, and GMP compliance to meet specs.
• Facilitate cross‑department communication (Production, QA, Maintenance, Sanitation, Shipping).
• Maintain production documentation and SAP transactions for reporting and traceability.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote a safe, clean, organized work environment compliant with health and safety standards.

Skills

Lead experience

Team leadership

Food safety

Production knowledge

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

SAP

Job description

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

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 daily production and packing operations to ensure product quality, food safety, and adherence to production schedules. This role provides frontline leadership, supports employee development, drives operational efficiency, and helps maintain a safe and productive work environment.

Shift & Schedule

• Shift: 2nd Shift
• Hours: 2:00pm-6:30am

Compensation

• Hourly Rate: $27.00

Core Accountabilities (What You’ll Be Doing)

• Coordinate daily production and packing activities to achieve schedule attainment and productivity goals.
• Lead, train, and support production employees while promoting teamwork and accountability.
• Monitor product quality, food safety, and GMP compliance to ensure specifications are consistently met.
• Facilitate communication across Production, Quality Assurance, Maintenance, Sanitation, and Shipping departments.
• Maintain accurate production documentation and SAP transactions to support operational reporting and traceability.
• Troubleshoot operational issues, support root cause analysis, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote a safe, clean, and organized work environment while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of three (3) years of manufacturing, production, or related industry experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of one (1) year of Lead Operator or team lead experience.
• Ability to understand bakery production processes, including mixing operations and production equipment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and SAP or comparable manufacturing systems.
• Ability to read, interpret, and complete production, safety, and quality documentation.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, frequently lift up to 50 pounds, and perform physical tasks including bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and carrying materials in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

• Prior experience in a fast-paced bakery, food manufacturing, production, or packing environment.
• Experience coordinating production teams in a high-volume manufacturing setting.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies such as Centerline, CIL, Lean Manufacturing, or TPM.
• Experience participating in root cause analysis and corrective action activities.
• Bilingual communication skills (English/Spanish) preferred.

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.