Shift Manager, Bakery- Production - 3rd Shift

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 Shift Manager – 3rd Shift to join our team at our Swedesboro bakery. As a Shift Manager, you will be accountable for leading all 3rd‑shift production operations, supporting Supervisors, driving safe and efficient execution of production plans, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Shift & Schedule

• Shift: 3rd
• Hours: 10PM – 6:30AM
• Weekend Availability: Required
  
  

Compensation

• Salary Range: $105,000 - $115,000
  
  

Core Accountabilities (What You’ll Be Doing)

• Lead, coach, and support 3rd‑shift Supervisors and teams to ensure consistent and efficient execution of production plans.
• Serve as the primary decision‑maker for shift operations, resolving issues and escalating concerns appropriately.
• Ensure proper staffing, line performance, and adherence to production schedules and SKU‑specific requirements.
• Drive compliance with GMPs, safety standards, quality expectations, and company procedures across all production lines.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including planning, scheduling, and quality to align shift activities with production goals.
• Monitor shift performance and communicate updates, issues, and needs to the Senior Operations Manager.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for operational, equipment, or workforce efficiencies.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring To The Table)

• High school diploma: associate or bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.
• 7–10 years of experience in food, beverage, pharmaceutical, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
• 3–5 years of people‑leadership experience supervising leads, supervisors, or managing full shifts/teams.
• Flexibility to adjust schedule periodically to support production or project needs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; familiarity with MRP/shop‑floor systems such as SAP.
• Ability to read, interpret, and act on production schedules, safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to speak effectively to groups.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients For Success)

• Working knowledge of Spanish.
• Experience in continuous improvement or lean manufacturing.
• Prior experience managing multiple production lines simultaneously.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret operational data.
• Experience supporting capital or equipment justification processes.
  
  

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.