Supervisor, Bakery- Production

Aspire Bakeries; Alsip (IL); On-site; USD 71,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Work-Life Balance

Financial Security

Growth & Development

Flexibility & Support

Recognition & Rewards

Culture

Job summary

Aspire Bakeries is seeking a Production Supervisor for our Alsip, IL bakery. You will lead production line operations, drive efficiency and safety, and coordinate resources to meet daily goals.

The role requires 3–4 years of manufacturing leadership, a degree or equivalent experience, and experience with SAP and Excel. You will mentor team members and work with maintenance to ensure continuous improvement in a high-volume food environment.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience).
• 3–4 years of manufacturing experience.
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience in production.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze data and recommend process improvements.
• Proficiency in Excel and Word.
• Experience with ERP systems, e.g., SAP.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production line operations to ensure efficiency, quality, and on-time output.
• Supervise, schedule, and allocate team resources to meet production goals.
• Analyze production performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prepare and manage production reports, metrics, and data tracking.
• Investigate incidents and drive corrective actions to improve safety and processes.
• Collaborate with maintenance and cross-functional teams to resolve production issues.
• Coach, train, and evaluate team members to drive engagement and performance.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Leadership

Data analysis

Excel

Word

SAP

Communication

Problem-solving

Team coaching

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree (or equivalent)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Hungry for a career that's as rewarding as it is delicious?

At Aspire Bakeries, we don't just bake breads, cookies, and cakes - we create foods that bring people together. From La Brea Bakery artisan breads to Otis Spunkmeyer cookies, our products are enjoyed by millions of people every day. And behind every bite are talented manufacturing and support teams who take pride in their work and our food.

We're looking for hard-working people who will bring integrity, creativity, and a passion for excellence to everything they do - whether that's on the bakery floor, in the office, or supporting customers. In return, we offer a workplace culture built on care, ownership, and growth - where your contributions matter and your career can rise as high as our bread loaves!

With 13 commercial bakeries across North America and a reputation as an industry leader, Aspire Bakeries is rising together with our people and our customers to be the best all-around bakery solution. If you're ready to grow with us, we'd love to hear from you

Why You'll Love Working At Aspire Bakeries

• Culture - Our culture thrives on collaboration, diversity, 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 disability 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 Alsip, IL bakery. As a Production Supervisor, you will be accountable for leading production line operations, driving team performance, and ensuring efficiency, safety, and continuous improvement across all production activities.

Shift & Schedule

Shift: 2nd

Compensation

Salary Range: $71,000- 75,000

Core Accountabilities (What You'll Be Doing)

• Lead daily production line operations to ensure efficiency, quality, and on-time output
• Supervise, schedule, and allocate team resources to meet production goals
• Analyze production performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Prepare and manage production reports, metrics, and data tracking
• Investigate incidents and drive corrective actions to improve safety and processes
• Collaborate with maintenance and cross-functional teams to resolve production issues
• Coach, train, and evaluate team members to drive engagement and performance

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• Associate or Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience)
• 3-4 years of manufacturing experience
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience in a production environment
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to analyze data and recommend process improvements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP)

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

• Experience in a high-volume food manufacturing or bakery environment
• Hands-on experience with SAP or similar systems
• Strong continuous improvement mindset (Lean, Six Sigma exposure)
• Proven track record of team development and performance management
• Knowledge of workplace safety and compliance standards

Aspire Bakeries is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants.