Production Team Lead

Dessert Holdings Inc.; Minnesota; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dessert Holdings is seeking a Production Team Lead in Le Center, MN to oversee daily manufacturing operations, lead production teams, and drive safety, quality, and efficiency in a fast-paced food facility. This hands‑on leadership role focuses on continuous improvement and meeting production goals.

The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, a commitment to product quality, and a proactive approach to safety and process optimization within a growing organization.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have leadership abilities with a strong focus on safety and quality.
• Hands-on leader with a solid understanding of food manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations in the food production facility.
• Lead production teams to meet daily production goals.
• Ensure safe and efficient manufacturing processes.
• Maintain product quality standards and GMP compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Food manufacturing knowledge

Safety compliance

Job description

Are you ready to elevate your career in manufacturing operations and be a part of creating the world's best desserts? Dessert Holdings partners with some of North America's most iconic chains to bring people together to celebrate life's sweetest moments!

Production Team Lead

Location: Le Center, Mn

Job Type-Full-Time Monday-Friday 5:30am-4:00pm

Position Summary:

TheProduction Team Leadis responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations in the food production facility. This includes leading production teams, ensuring safe and efficient manufacturing processes, maintaining product quality standards, and meeting production goals. The ideal candidate will be a hands‑on leader, committed to continuous improvement, and possess a strong understanding of food manufacturing operations.

What You'll Bring:

The ideal candidate for theProduction Team Lead in Food Manufacturingwill have a combination of technical expertise, leadership abilities, and a strong commitment to safety and quality.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a team that values quality, innovation, and collaboration.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.

About Dessert Holdings

Dessert Holdings is North America's fastest‑growing premium dessert company, bringing unparalleled dessert experiences to both retail and foodservice customers. The company, headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a collection of premium dessert companies and brands: Steven Charles, The Original Cakerie, Lawler's Desserts, Atlanta Cheesecake Company, Dianne's Fine Desserts, and Kenny's Great Pies. Dessert Holdings is owned by Bain Capital, employing more than 3,200 people across nine North American manufacturing facilities.

EEO Statement

Dessert Holdings and its related entities provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristics protected by law.