Production Manager-Night 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 Production Manager to join our team at our Cayce, SC bakery. As a Production Manager, you will be accountable for overseeing daily bakery production, engineering, and sanitation activities to ensure a continuous flow of highquality products that meet customer, regulatory, and company standards. You will lead teams, partner closely with Quality Assurance, manage staffing and development, and drive continuous improvement across all bakery operations.

Shift & Schedule

• Shift: Oversees evening and overnight operations
• Hours: Core hours span 3:00 PM-6:00 AM; may include schedules such as 3:00 PM-11:00 PM, 6:00 PM-2:00 AM, or 11:00 PM-6:00 AM
• Weekend availability: Required based on operational needs

Core Accountabilities (What You'll Be Doing)

• Lead and coordinate production, engineering, and sanitation operations to ensure efficient, safe, and highquality output
• Ensure proper formulation and production techniques, partnering with FSQA to resolve quality issues
• Manage staffing, performance evaluations, employee relations, and career development for production teams
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and operational efficiency, including waste reduction and line optimization
• Support safety, sanitation, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance across all operational areas
• Provide accurate data, support budgeting processes, and lead capital project planning and execution
• Collaborate with senior leadership, technical teams, and internal/external stakeholders to meet customer and business objectives

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• Bachelor's degree in business management or related field (or equivalent experience); Master's degree preferred
• Experience in a management role and in planning/controlling manufacturing processes
• Knowledge of food manufacturing operations (production, packaging, engineering, shipping, etc.)
• Strong leadership, communication, conflictresolution, and teambuilding skills
• Ability to work flexible hours supporting evening and overnight operations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and understanding of related operational systems

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

• Experience in bakery production (mixing, proofing, baking, packaging)
• Bilingual English/Spanish
• Continuous improvement training (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen)
• Experience supporting capital projects or operating within complex technical environments
• Experience collaborating across diverse teams and customer groups

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.