Night Shift Operations Leader – Food Manufacturing

Mars Incorporated in; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Paid short-term disability

Paid life insurance

Wellness benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Nature’s Bakery employee discounts

Job summary

Nature’s Bakery is seeking a Shift Manager to lead front-line operations, overseeing 25–30 production associates. You will drive safety, quality, and cost efficiency while partnering with the Area Leadership Team to implement continuous improvement strategies and the Supply Excellence program.

You will coach operators, manage staffing and changeovers, and ensure training and compliance with GMP and HACCP standards, fostering a highly engaged, high-performing team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• 4+ years leading manufacturing teams with direct report responsibility.
• GMP knowledge and HACCP proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop 25–30 production associates to meet safety, quality and efficiency targets.
• Implement and advocate continuous improvement and change management initiatives.
• Lead or support Supply Excellence pillars and reliability data collection.
• Support and coach site operating systems and daily management routines.
• Collaborate with Area Leadership to execute a reliability strategy for the area.
• Recruit, train, and onboard associates; enforce policies and drive accountability.
• Coordinate material, staffing and resources for line operations and changeovers.
• Communicate standards and ensure adherence through coaching and accountability.
• Drive safety and food safety, ensuring defect-free production; HACCP proficiency required.
• Develop associates' leadership skills and engagement; manage escalation and performance.

Skills

Leadership

GMP knowledge

OSHA safety standards

HACCP proficiency

MS Office

Quality improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Nature’s Bakery is seeking a Shift Manager to lead front-line operations, overseeing 25–30 production associates. You will drive safety, quality, and cost efficiency while partnering with the Area Leadership Team to implement continuous improvement strategies and the Supply Excellence program.

You will coach operators, manage staffing and changeovers, and ensure training and compliance with GMP and HACCP standards, fostering a highly engaged, high-performing team.