Sr Manager, Bakery Co-Manufacturing Quality & Operations

Aspire Bakeries is a North American baking company with a leadership position in specialty frozen baked goods. Formed from leading bakery companies, its innovative food portfolio includes breads, artisan breads, buns, cookies, donuts, muffins and pastries from beloved brands likeLa Brea Bakery,Otis Spunkmeyer, andOakrun Farm Bakery. With 13 bakeries in North America, we are committed to driving innovation, predicting upcoming consumer trends and flavors, and exceeding our customers' expectations. Aspire Bakeries champions the values of Integrity, Ownership, Customer Focus, Creativity and Care to help us deliver on People Safety, Food Safety, Quality and Collaboration.

The Sr Manager, Co-Manufacturing Quality & Operations is a leader in establishing process control and sets process & quality standards on the product portfolio. He/her gets samples made, organized, stored and shipped for cuttings, maintains library of CTQ, trains and conducts sensory cuttings. In addition, the Sr. Manager becomes an expert in his/her field and has a guiding role in other processes required for commercializing these products including attending commercialization and process audits. This role reports to the VP of Operations.

Responsibilities

• Set and maintain process standards regarding dough temperature, hydration, dough handling and fermentation.
• Maintain manufacturing and process specification records for all SKU's and implement potential changes based on the artisan bread principles.
• Work with FSQA and R&D teams on initial approvals and evaluating Finished Good Oven-Visual Aid Guides and determine corrective action for off- target product.
• Develop location training manual for bakery operators.
• Demonstrate a strong passion for food and innovation.
• Consult and ensure process compliance with projects including product development, process improvements, special projects and technical innovation improvements.
• Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner, gather and analyze information skillfully, develop alternative solutions.
• Pursue training and development opportunities; strive to continuously build knowledge and skills; share expertise with others.
• Responsible for sample inventory control and proper storage
• Responsible for ingredient/packaging inventory and storage
• Responsible for sample shipments and maintenance of shipping and receiving records for the lab.
• Supports team members with line trials when necessary.
• Maintain high level of knowledge regarding market trends and new ingredient opportunities through attending industry seminars, continuing education, trade shows, industry periodicals, and professional technical/culinary associations.
• Knowledge of Aspire Bakeriesproduct offerings.

Qualifications

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  Bachelor's degree; culinary education or relevant industry experience strongly preferred.

  
  
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  Exceptional command of English (both verbal and written); Spanish fluency highly desirable.

  
  
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  Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

  
  
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  Familiarity with SAP and Genesis systems.

  
  
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  Working knowledge of OEC Graphics, Discovery, SharePoint, and related platforms.

  
  
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  Willingness and ability to travel domestically up to 35%; occasional international travel as required.

  
  

Salary Range:$95,000 - $125,000

Benefits Designed with You in Mind

At Aspire Bakeries, we're committed to supporting your well-being, professional growth, and financial stability. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health & Wellness:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Optional voluntary benefits

Work-Life Balance:

• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off and holidays

Financial Security:

• Competitive 401(k) plan with a 100% vested company match
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Continuous Growth:

• Tuition reimbursement program
• Flexible Spending:
• HSA and FSA options

Performance-Based Rewards:
We value your hard work and dedication. That's why we offer performance-driven incentive programs tailored to your role:

• Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP): Recognizing individual and team achievements.
• Sales Incentive Plan (SIP): Rewarding excellence in sales performance.
• Bakery Incentive Plan (BIP): Focused on achieving bakery-specific performance goals.

At Aspire Bakeries, we believe that when you succeed, we all succeed. Join us and experience benefits that truly work as hard as you do!

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.

We thank each applicant for taking the time and effort to submit your resume, however, only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. Our organization is committed to promoting the independence, dignity, integration, and equality of opportunity of persons with disabilities by ensuring the accessibility of our facilities and services. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. Applicants need to make their required accommodations known in advance.