Plant Supervisor (Bakery)

Palermo's Pizza; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 free Pizzas per month

Leadership development opportunities

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Daily Pay

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Palermo's Pizza in West Milwaukee is seeking a Bakery Supervisor to lead bakery operations and develop employees. In this full-time salaried position, you'll coach teams, drive performance, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of manufacturing experience, including leadership in a production environment, and be proficient in Microsoft Office. The role offers benefits including 401(k), medical insurance, and opportunities for career

Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing experience, preferably in bakery or food production.
• 3+ years of leadership or supervisory experience in a production environment.
• Demonstrated ability to coach employees and drive accountability.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily bakery operations to achieve production and quality goals.
• Coach, develop, and provide ongoing feedback to bakery associates.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and workplace safety requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Post-secondary education in leadership or business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you a leader who enjoys developing others while delivering exceptional operational results?

Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where no two days are exactly alike? Are you energized by coaching employees, solving problems, and helping teams achieve ambitious goals? Do you believe safety, quality, and accountability are essential to building a high-performing culture?

If so, Palermo's Pizza may have the opportunity you've been looking for.

Who you'll work for...

While most companies that sell Pizza have no real connection to Italy, Palermo's passion for food and family reaches all the way back to the country where Pizza was born. "Papa Palermo" carried cherished family recipes from Sicily to America, and that entrepreneurial spirit continues today.

As a family-owned company, we're committed to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement. As a Bakery Supervisor, you'll play a key role in leading bakery operations, developing employees, driving performance, and creating an environment where people can do their best work.

Perks...

• 20 free Pizzas per month
• Opportunities for leadership development and career advancement
• Paid Time Off and Floating Holiday of your choice
• 401(k) & Roth with company match and fully vested on the 1st of the month after hire
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance starting on the 1st of the month after hire
• Daily Pay
• Collaborative culture focused on teamwork, accountability, and innovation

Where you'll work...

Located at our West Milwaukee manufacturing facility, you'll spend the majority of your time on the production floor supporting employees, monitoring performance, resolving challenges, and ensuring the safe and efficient execution of daily bakery operations.

When you'll work...

This is a full-time salaried leadership position. Schedule flexibility is required to support a 24/7 manufacturing operation, including regular 10-12 hour shifts, weekends, or off-shift support as business needs dictate.

What you'll do...

• Lead daily bakery operations to achieve production, quality, safety, and efficiency goals
• Coach, develop, and provide ongoing feedback to bakery associates
• Establish clear expectations and drive accountability for performance
• Support employee onboarding, training, and development initiatives
• Address attendance, behavioral, and performance concerns in partnership with Human Resources
• Monitor staffing levels and coordinate resources to support operational needs
• Ensure compliance with food safety, GMP, USDA, BRC, and workplace safety requirements
• Partner with Quality, Maintenance, Warehouse, Sanitation, and other departments to resolve issues and improve performance
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance
• Foster an engaged, team-oriented culture aligned with Palermo's values

What you'll bring...

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience, preferably in bakery or food production
• 3+ year of leadership or supervisory experience in a production environment
• Demonstrated ability to coach employees, drive accountability, and achieve operational goals
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in frozen food manufacturing
• Post-secondary education in leadership, business, or a related field
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills
• Experience working in USDA, OSHA, GMP, and BRC regulated environments
• Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives

Why you'll succeed...

You understand that strong operational performance starts with strong leadership. You enjoy developing people, solving problems, and balancing employee needs with the demands of a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You'll Be Successful If You

• Build engaged teams that understand expectations and consistently deliver results
• Coach employees through feedback, recognition, and development opportunities
• Create a culture of accountability, teamwork, and mutual respect
• Partner effectively across departments to resolve challenges and improve performance
• Demonstrate sound judgment, resilience, and adaptability in a dynamic environment