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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.
Who can apply
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