Manager, Bakery- Production

Manager, Bakery- Production

Location: Van Nuys, CA, US

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 Van Nuys, CA bakery. As a Production Manager, you will be accountable for leading bakery production operations, driving operational excellence, and ensuring production goals, food safety standards, and quality expectations are consistently achieved. This role plays a critical part in optimizing manufacturing performance, developing production leadership teams, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Compensation Salary Range: $95,000 - $130,000

Core Accountabilities (What You'll be Doing)

• Lead bakery production operations to achieve daily production, quality, and food safety objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, productivity, and waste reduction.
• Manage inventory control processes and optimize raw material utilization.
• Oversee production planning and execution to support operational and business goals.
• Ensure compliance with GFSI, BRC, SQF, and customer quality requirements.
• Develop, coach, and mentor production supervisors to build a high-performing team.
• Analyze operational performance and provide recommendations that support business growth and operational excellence.

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 10+ years of experience in the food manufacturing industry.
• 5-7 years of experience in bakery production management.
• Experience leading teams within a high-volume food manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and quality systems, including GFSI, BRC, or SQF standards.
• Proficiency with SAP and Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to travel up to 10% as business needs require.

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Experience leading continuous improvement or lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Experience supporting new product development and commercial production launches.
• Advanced analytical and operational reporting skills.

Aspire Bakeries LLC values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. The final determination of a successful candidate's starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to location, shift, education, skill, and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed in this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates that exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements. 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.