Production Manager 2nd Shift - Bakery

Ohio Ag Connection; Fairfield (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Employee discount programs

Professional development and careerAdv

Stable, growing company with a team‑or

Job summary

Foxtail Foods is seeking a Second Shift Commercial Bakery Production Supervisor to lead the wholesale bakery production team in Fairfield, Ohio. You will oversee daily manufacturing operations, ensure goals are met, and uphold food safety and quality standards.

The role emphasizes a positive, high-performance culture and continuous improvement. Ideal candidates have experience in food manufacturing or bakery operations, strong leadership, and a passion for improving processes and outcomes in a

Qualifications

• Must have leadership experience in food manufacturing or bakery environments.
• Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and quality systems.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage production schedules and labor resources.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate second-shift bakery production activities to meet safety, quality, and productivity goals.
• Lead, coach, and develop production team members, including training and performance management.
• Ensure products are manufactured according to specifications and food safety standards.
• Monitor schedules and staffing to achieve production targets and on-time delivery.
• Maintain GMPs, HACCP, OSHA compliance and sanitation requirements.
• Conduct shift meetings and communicate priorities and performance metrics.
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with QA, Maintenance, Warehouse, and Planning to support operations.
• Monitor labor efficiency and product yields; complete accurate shift records.
• Promote safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Job description

Second Shift Commercial Bakery Production Supervisor

Job Title - Second Shift Production Supervisor - Wholesale Bakery

Location

Fairfield, Ohio

Schedule - Second Shift:

5:00 PM - 2:30 AM, Monday-Friday, with occasional weekends as needed]

Compensation

Dependent on experience

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Second Shift Production Supervisor to lead our wholesale bakery production team. This position is responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations, ensuring production goals are met, maintaining food safety and quality standards, and fostering a positive, high-performance work environment.

The ideal candidate will have experience in food manufacturing or commercial bakery operations, strong leadership skills, and a passion for continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate second-shift bakery production activities to meet safety, quality, and productivity goals.
• Lead, coach, and develop production team members, including training, performance management, and employee engagement.
• Ensure products are manufactured according to company specifications, customer requirements, and food safety standards.
• Monitor production schedules and staffing levels to achieve production targets and on-time delivery commitments.
• Maintain compliance with GMPs, HACCP, OSHA, and all company food safety and sanitation requirements.
• Conduct shift meetings and communicate production priorities, performance metrics, and operational updates.
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime and waste.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Maintenance, Warehouse, and Planning teams to support efficient operations.
• Monitor labor efficiency, product yields, and other key performance indicators.
• Complete production reports, employee documentation, and shift records accurately and timely.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of leadership experience in food manufacturing, commercial baking, or a related production environment.
• Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and quality systems.
• Experience managing production schedules and labor resources.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and production reporting systems.

Preferred

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Manufacturing, Business, or related field.
• Wholesale bakery or commercial baking experience.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures common in bakery production environments.
• Ability to climb stairs, bend, reach, and perform other physical tasks as required.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Employee discount programs
• Professional development and advancement opportunities
• Stable, growing company with a team-oriented culture

About Us

Foxtail Foods is a leading sweet goods bakery dedicated to delivering high-quality baked goods to retail, foodservice, and distribution partners. We pride ourselves on our commitment to quality, safety, innovation, and exceptional customer service.

Join our team and help lead the production of products enjoyed by customers every day.