Shift Manager, Bakery- Production - 3rd Shift

Aspire Bakeries Careers•Woolwich Township, NJ

13d•Onsite

About The Position

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. 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.

Requirements

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.

Nice To Haves

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.

Responsibilities

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.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
company-paid life insurance
additional voluntary options
Paid parental leave
generous paid time off
holidays
Competitive retirement plans
short- and long-term disability coverage
Opportunities to build skills, grow your career, and develop expertise through Aspire Bakeries’ learning and development programs.
HSA and FSA plans
Performance incentive plans