Director of Production Facilities

coborns•Saint Cloud, MN

19h

About The Position

Coborn’s, Inc. is looking for a Director of Production Facilities to lead our centralized bakery and commissary operations. As an employee-owned company, we take pride in the work we do and the impact we have on our guests, our stores, and the communities we serve. In this role, you’ll provide both strategic and hands-on leadership, helping ensure high-quality products, strong food safety standards, and efficient production that supports our operations across all locations. Additional Duties Include: Lead the strategy, direction, and day-to-day execution of centralized production operations, aligning decisions with company goals and long-term growth Bring an employee-owner mindset to the role, taking pride in outcomes and treating the business like it’s your own Oversee bakery and commissary operations to ensure consistent quality, efficiency, and dependable service to stores Drive continuous improvement across processes, labor planning, and production systems, always looking for better, more efficient ways to operate Ensure all food safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards are not only met but upheld as a shared team commitment Own financial performance, including budget, P&L, and key metrics, with a focus on smart decision-making and sustainable results Use data and insights to identify opportunities, solve challenges, and guide operational decisions Partner closely with Merchandising, Operations, Supply Chain, and Store teams to support strong execution and a remarkable guest experience Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing leadership team, building trust, accountability, and future leaders Foster a culture where team members feel ownership in their work, support one another, and contribute to shared success as employee-owners

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Food Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
8+ years of leadership experience in food production, bakery, or commissary environments
Experience leading large teams and complex operations with P&L responsibility

Nice To Haves

HACCP, PCQI, ServSafe Manager, SQF/BRC
Lean or Six Sigma

Responsibilities

Lead the strategy, direction, and day-to-day execution of centralized production operations, aligning decisions with company goals and long-term growth
Bring an employee-owner mindset to the role, taking pride in outcomes and treating the business like it’s your own
Oversee bakery and commissary operations to ensure consistent quality, efficiency, and dependable service to stores
Drive continuous improvement across processes, labor planning, and production systems, always looking for better, more efficient ways to operate
Ensure all food safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards are not only met but upheld as a shared team commitment
Own financial performance, including budget, P&L, and key metrics, with a focus on smart decision-making and sustainable results
Use data and insights to identify opportunities, solve challenges, and guide operational decisions
Partner closely with Merchandising, Operations, Supply Chain, and Store teams to support strong execution and a remarkable guest experience
Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing leadership team, building trust, accountability, and future leaders
Foster a culture where team members feel ownership in their work, support one another, and contribute to shared success as employee-owners

Benefits

Medical Insurance with Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
Dental and Vision Insurance
401(k) plan options – we also match up to 20% of the first 5% contributed
Participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) – yes, we’re employee-owned! Our team members benefit from the success of the company through this company-sponsored benefit!
Education benefits, including tuition discounts and scholarship programs
10% employee discount on grocery items, with additional franchise-specific discounts available at company-owned Ace Hardware, Caribou Coffee, Erbert and Gerbert’s, and Pet Supplies Plus locations.
Paid Time Off (PTO/Vacation)
Paid Military Leave
Employee recognition programs with monetary rewards, including in-store vouchers, years of service, and employee of the month
Employee Health & Wellness Programs, Challenges and Resources – to assist our team members in living a life of wellbeing!
Get Paid Daily with DailyPay – for employees who would like access to their pay before payday, we offer this great benefit!
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – unlimited phone access to legal, financial, and work-life services and up to five free in-person counseling sessions, per situation/issue, per year
Access to a national discount marketplace for travel, electronics, auto/home insurance, entertainment and more!
Tools, resources, and opportunities for career growth and development