Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Bakery Production Supervisor
Department: Production
Reports To: Operations Manager
Location: Strike Force Staffing – Brooklyn, NY
Employment Type: Full-Time
Availability: Open Availability (including weekends and holidays as needed)
Number of Openings: 1
Salary Range: $70,000 – $75,000 per year
Work Environment: Exposure to extreme temperatures (hot/cold); food handling required

Job Summary:

Strike Force Staffing is seeking a dedicated and experienced Bakery Production Supervisor to join our team at a commercial bakery facility in Brooklyn, NY. This role is a critical leadership position, supporting the Operations Manager in overseeing day-to-day start-up activities, ensuring production starts on time, and maintaining high-quality standards for bread and other baked goods.

The ideal candidate will bring hands-on bakery production experience, a deep understanding of commercial baking operations, and the leadership skills necessary to manage people and processes during a fast-paced production shift.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee start-up operations, ensuring all production lines are properly set up and tested (ATP and other applicable tests).
• Supervise all aspects of bread and baked goods production during assigned shifts.
• Lead by example in enforcing food safety and employee safety protocols.
• Address and troubleshoot production, equipment, and material issues in real time to minimize downtime.
• Ensure accurate documentation of production data, safety checks, and quality control records.
• Monitor production sequencing, run rates, and waste reduction efforts.
• Maintain proper staffing levels and schedule coverage while minimizing overtime.
• Support the training and onboarding of new staff, ensuring consistent application of company standards.
• Enforce company policies and handle basic employee relations, including disciplinary actions when required, in coordination with HR.
• Maintain cleanliness and GMP standards throughout production areas.
• Attend and contribute to team and cross-departmental meetings.

Additional Duties:

• Perform production line tasks during emergencies or when staffing shortages occur.
• Uphold and enforce company policies and core values at all times.
• Act as a communication bridge between upper management and the production floor, providing insight into operational challenges.

Qualifications & Experience:

• 5–7 years of progressive experience in a commercial baking environment, with a strong concentration in bread and other baked goods.
• Proven supervisory or lead experience in a high-volume food manufacturing or bakery setting.
• Strong understanding of bakery production equipment, ingredients, and process flow.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment and adapt to fluctuating temperatures.
• Flexible and dependable, with open availability for various shifts including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits:

• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Commuter Benefits

If you're a motivated bakery professional ready to lead in a fast-paced, high-impact environment, apply now and be part of an exciting opportunity with Strike Force Staffing.

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