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Aspire Bakeries

Manager, Bakery-Sanitation

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $85,000.00 - $112,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Paid Time Off
Holidays
401(k) Plan
short-term disability
long-term disability
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible spending account
Health savings account

Job Description

Aspire Bakeries is a prominent North American baking company with a strong leadership position in specialty frozen baked goods. Established from the merger of leading bakery companies, Aspire Bakeries encompasses an innovative and diverse food portfolio that includes breads, artisan breads, buns, cookies, donuts, muffins, and pastries. The company features beloved brands such as La Brea Bakery, Otis Spunkmeyer, and Oakrun Farm Bakery, serving a broad range of consumers across the continent. Operating 13 bakeries in North America, Aspire Bakeries is dedicated to driving innovation in baking by predicting upcoming consumer trends and flavors, constantly striving to exceed its customers'... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a science-related area or equivalent education and experience
  • Minimum 8 years food manufacturing and sanitation experience
  • Minimum 5 years leadership experience in food processing sanitation
  • Knowledge of Global Food Safety Initiative standards such as BRC or SQF
  • HACCP certification preferred
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Ability to travel up to 10%
  • Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a science-related area or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • At least 8 years of food manufacturing and sanitation experience within the food industry preferred
  • 5+ years of food processing sanitation experience including leadership preferred
  • Experienced in a Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) standard such as BRC or SQF preferred
  • HACCP certified preferred
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills
  • Bilingual preferred
  • Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook

Job Duties

  • Ensure bakery and production equipment adheres to regulatory compliance and company policies
  • Support company goals, processes, and procedures to ensure high-quality products are produced in a clean environment
  • Maintain master sanitation schedules and processes using Klenz software
  • Write, edit, and update SSOPs
  • Apply knowledge, critical thinking, and problem solving to resolve complex issues
  • Utilize leadership and influential skills to develop and energize the team
  • Develop and administer schedules, performance requirements, and budgets
  • Manage coordination of department activities focusing on lean results
  • Develop and implement a World Class Bakery sanitation program incorporating corporate, third party and customer guidelines
  • Act as subject matter expert in GFSI standards including BRC and SQF
  • Develop and implement 5's approach within the department
  • Validate inspection procedures, records, and reports for compliance
  • Ensure the bakery is audit-ready at all times
  • Research and implement lean cleaning methods
  • Develop and oversee partnerships with vendors and contractors
  • Hire, train, coach, and develop a high performing team
  • Create metrics to measure employee and team performance
  • Ensure accident, loss prevention, and security policies are followed

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location

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