Production Supervisor in Chaska

Energy Jobline ZR; Chaska (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Bakeries in Chaska, MN is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead daily bakery production operations, ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. You will develop team members, drive continuous improvement, and collaborate across departments to meet customer and Aspire Bakeries standards.

Responsibilities include coaching staff, monitoring performance, and maintaining a safe, efficient production workflow while upholding food safety and quality systems.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of supervisory experience in a food manufacturing or production environment.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.
• Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, and training skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to learn and utilize ERP systems such as SAP.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a manufacturing environment requiring standing, walking, bending, and climbing.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations to achieve safety, quality, productivity, and customer service objectives.
• Supervise and develop production Team Members through coaching, training, performance feedback, and employee engagement.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, quality, regulatory, and company policies and procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, product quality, and cost performance.
• Monitor and analyze production, labor, and material performance to support achievement of operational goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments to resolve production challenges and maintain workflow effectiveness.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Team development

MS Office

SAP ERP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Food Science, or related field

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Why You’ll Love Working At Aspire Bakeries

• Culture - Our culture thrives on collaboration, , 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 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 Production Supervisor to join our team at our Chaska, MN bakery. As a Production Supervisor, you will be accountable for leading daily production operations while ensuring compliance with safety, food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements. This role plays a critical part in driving operational performance, developing Team Members, and delivering products that meet customer and Aspire Bakeries standards.

Shift & Schedule

• Shift: 2nd

• Weekend Availability: Required

Compensation

Salary Range: $80,000-$90,000

Core Accountabilities (What You’ll Be Doing)

• Lead daily production operations to achieve safety, quality, productivity, and customer service objectives.

• Supervise and develop production Team Members through coaching, training, performance feedback, and employee engagement.

• Ensure compliance with all food safety, quality, regulatory, and company policies and procedures.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, product quality, and cost performance.

• Monitor and analyze production, labor, and material performance to support achievement of operational goals.

• Collaborate with cross-functional departments to resolve production challenges and maintain workflow effectiveness.

• Promote a safe workplace by identifying risks, investigating incidents, implementing corrective actions, and fostering a culture of safety.

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• High School Diploma or GED.

• 3+ years of supervisory experience in a food manufacturing or production environment.

• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.

• Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, and training skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

• Ability to learn and utilize ERP systems such as SAP.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a manufacturing environment requiring standing, walking, bending, and climbing.

Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Operations, Food Science, or a related field.

• Experience in bakery, food manufacturing, or consumer packaged goods (CPG) environments.

• Experience leading continuous improvement initiatives.

• Knowledge of food safety and quality systems within a regulated manufacturing environment.

• Experience working with SAP or similar manufacturing ERP systems.