Night Shift Bakery Team Leader — GMP & Quality Champion

Publix Super Markets; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) retirement

Health plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Free meals

Job summary

Publix Super Markets in Lakeland, FL is seeking an experienced Department Manager/Assistant Department Manager to oversee daily production operations, schedule staff, and ensure GMP compliance. You will lead on-the-floor teamwork, cover for absences, and drive improvements in plant operations while maintaining quality and food safety standards.

The role requires a high school diploma, 18+, forklift ability, and strong leadership.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or its equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be able to learn and perform all positions in the department.
• Must be able to understand plant policies, practices, procedures, and requirements.
• Must be able to plan, organize and follow-through on assignments.
• Must be able to obtain a forklift license and operate a forklift.
• Must be able to lift in excess of 50 pounds.
• Must be willing to travel to any specialized training.
• Must have a high level of maturity, discretion, tact and judgment.
• Must have good computer and software skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word.
• Must have thorough knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) program.
• Must be able to use industrial strength chemicals.
• Must have basic mechanical skills.
• Must be able to climb ladders.
• Must demonstrate excellent work habits in line with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Must demonstrate safe working habits.
• Must demonstrate leadership skills.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have good human relations skills (the ability to work well with others and be a team player).
• Must be able to work any shift, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours.
• Must have excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Must be willing to assist other team members in other areas.
• Must be able to work efficiently with little or no supervision.
• Must be able to follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
• Must possess basic math skills.
• Must be able to communicate effectively.
• Must show enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in work and
• A commitment to Publix and our mission.

Responsibilities

• Performing tasks in the work area on a daily basis within the team including on-the-floor participation with associates.
• Covering for unplanned absences and vacations.
• Understanding and maintaining all department reports and procedures.
• Coordinating breaks and lunch schedules.
• Overseeing and understanding the maintenance of equipment, PM's and work orders.
• Assisting managers with scheduling of associates.
• Understanding production and ability to execute department requirements.
• Maintaining GMPs and promoting quality and food safety standards.
• Leading and driving improvement of plant operations.
• Analyzing KPI's and data.
• Performing day-to-day tasks of the Department Manager/Assistant Department Manager in their absence, such as production scheduling and planning.
• And other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Team leadership

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Problem solving

Communication

Flexible schedule

GMP knowledge

Safety awareness

Basic math

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Publix Super Markets in Lakeland, FL is seeking an experienced Department Manager/Assistant Department Manager to oversee daily production operations, schedule staff, and ensure GMP compliance. You will lead on-the-floor teamwork, cover for absences, and drive improvements in plant operations while maintaining quality and food safety standards.

The role requires a high school diploma, 18+, forklift ability, and strong leadership.