Bakery Operations Manager
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Manufacturing / Production
Operations Manager, Operations Engineer
About Us
The Killer Brownie Company is a fast‑growing premium dessert manufacturer known for our indulgent layered brownies. With increasing demand and plans for expansion, we’re looking for a strategic and hands‑on Manufacturing Manager to help lead our Bakery operations into the next phase of growth.
Position SummaryWe are seeking a dynamic and experienced Manufacturing Manager with a strong background in CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods) production environments to lead our Bakery Manufacturing Operations. This role is ideal for a leader who can balance day‑to‑day operations with long‑term strategic vision. You’ll be responsible for supporting and developing Baking supervisors and team members, ensuring smooth operations, and driving continuous improvement across shifts.
Key Responsibilities Leadership & Oversight- Serve as relief for Baking Supervisors during absences, maintaining continuity and performance.
- Hire, train, direct and develop frontline Baking team members and emerging leaders.
- Foster a culture of teamwork, safety, quality and accountability.
- Understand and align with the company’s growth plans, contributing to strategic initiatives and operational scaling.
- Identify opportunities for process optimization and capacity expansion.
- Ensure production KPIs are met with high standards of quality and efficiency.
- Uphold and maintain high sanitary hygiene and food safety standards.
- Collaborate cross‑functionally with maintenance, sanitation, quality, and supply chain teams.
- Monitor KPIs and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Build a pipeline of future leaders through mentoring and structured development plans.
- Lead hiring efforts for manufacturing roles, ensuring cultural and operational fit.
- 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing leadership role, preferably in a CPG environment.
- Proven ability to manage teams and drive performance.
- Strong understanding of Bakery or Food manufacturing, food safety, GMPs.
- General understanding of lean manufacturing principles.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to see the “big picture” and contribute to strategic planning.
- Be part of a passionate team driving innovation in premium desserts.
- Play a key role in shaping the future of a growing company.
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
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