Senior Department Manager, Bakery - Atlanta

Publix•Atlanta, GA

3d•$102,570 - $153,920•Onsite

About The Position

Lead a high-performing team of production leaders and associates at Publix’s Atlanta bakery manufacturing facility. The role collaborates with cross-functional partners to drive operational excellence, continuous improvement, and associate development. It is responsible for optimizing production processes, supporting plant performance goals, fostering a culture of safety and accountability, and developing future leaders within the department. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to manufacturing operations at an employee-owned company. The role calls for a collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is committed to operational excellence, food safety, product quality, and people development.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent experience.
Three years of experience in a business-area-specific production environment.
Three years of manufacturing leadership experience.
Ability to obtain and maintain Certified Food Safety Manager certification.
Strong managerial and leadership skills.
Willingness to work a variable schedule, including nights, holidays, and weekends.
Ability to travel with overnight stays.
Written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Access, Outlook, and Word.
Knowledge of OSHA requirements for personal safety and providing a safe work environment.
Knowledge of manufacturing processing equipment and how to use assets optimally.
Knowledge of production equipment cleaning, sanitation, preventive maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting.
Knowledge of food safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
Ability to innovate and demonstrate interpersonal skills.
Detailed organization skills, including analysis, planning, and follow-through.
Ability to develop a vision for the production department.
Ability to work independently as a self-starter with motivation, commitment, and integrity.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and conceptual skills.
Ability to analyze and design processes and analyze information and data.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and learn complex ideas or concepts.
Ability to visualize a situation and handle highly confidential information and matters professionally.
Ability to remain calm in a crisis and demonstrate strong facilitation skills.
Ability to motivate and inspire, and encourage participation, learning, innovation, and creativity within teams and associates.
Commitment to Publix and its mission.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field, or equivalent.
Four years of department management experience.
SQF Certification.
HACCP Certification.
Knowledge of Publix policies and guidelines for managing monthly and hourly associates.
Knowledge of Publix’s organizational structure for effective communication with appropriate business areas, departments, and associates.

Responsibilities

Lead production leaders and associates in the bakery department.
Collaborate with cross-functional partners to drive operational excellence, continuous improvement, and associate development.
Optimize production processes and support plant performance goals.
Foster a culture of safety and accountability.
Develop future leaders within the department.
Execute large-scale projects from vision through implementation.
Travel with overnight stays as required and be available on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Benefits

Year-end bonus equivalent to one month’s extra pay, prorated in the first year, subject to remaining employed through the bonus issue date.
Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost.
Opportunity to purchase additional shares of privately held stock.
401(k) retirement savings plan.
Group health, dental, and vision plans.
Paid Time Off.
Paid Parental Leave.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Tuition reimbursement.
Free hot buffet-style lunches at facilities with a cafeteria.