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 an Operations Supervisor to join our team at our Swedesboro, NJ bakery. As an Operations Supervisor, you will be accountable for leading daily manufacturing and packaging operations, ensuring safety, quality, efficiency, and on-time delivery while driving continuous improvement across people, processes, and equipment. Shift & Schedule Shift: 2nd or 3rd Shift Hours:• 2nd Shift: 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM• 3rd Shift: 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM Weekend availability: Required Compensation Salary Range: $85,000 - $95,000 Core Accountabilities (What You’ll Be Doing) - Lead and oversee daily production and packaging operations to meet safety, quality, cost, and delivery targets
- Coordinate weekly production schedules in partnership with Materials Management based on master scheduling and inventory policies
- Drive line efficiency by managing changeovers, clean-downs, starter room production, and overall line performance
- Monitor, analyze, and ensure accurate reporting of downtime and waste to support performance improvement initiatives
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Maintenance, Engineering, and Quality Assurance to resolve operational issues
- Ensure products meet specifications by enforcing quality standards, inspections, and employee compliance
- Identify, recommend, and implement process, equipment, and workflow improvements to enhance productivity, efficiency, and product quality
Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table) - High school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Minimum of three years of related bakery or food manufacturing experience and/or training
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret production schedules, safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals
- Ability to write routine reports and communicate effectively with employees and leadership
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Ability to train, direct, and lead employees in a manufacturing environment
- Ability to work assigned shift and support operational requirements
Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success) - Two or more years of experience in a commercial bakery operation
- Prior supervisory experience in food manufacturing or production environments
- Knowledge of inventory control systems and manufacturing software
- Experience supporting continuous improvement or process optimization initiatives
- Exposure to capital equipment justification or process technology improvements
Aspire Bakeries LLC values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. The final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to location, shift, education, skill, and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed in this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates that exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
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.
