Food Production Supervisor Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Position Overview

We are a growing commercial bread manufacturer producing high-quality buns, rolls, and loaf breads across multiple production lines. We are seeking a strong Production Supervisor

This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment and is passionate about safety, quality, efficiency, and team development.

The Production Supervisor plays a critical role in ensuring the bakery is set up for success each morning — driving production performance, minimizing waste, and maintaining strict food safety and SQF compliance.

What Makes This Role Unique

✔ Leadership role with high visibility and impact
✔ Multi-line bread manufacturing environment
✔ Strong focus on SQF, GMPs, and operational excellence
✔ Opportunity to build and develop your own shift team

Key Responsibilities

Shift Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, coach, and supervise production employees to meet daily production goals
• Set clear expectations and hold team members accountable to safety, quality, and performance standards
• Provide hands-on coaching and real-time problem solving
• Foster a positive, high-accountability culture

Production Execution

• Execute the daily production schedule across multiple bread and bun lines
• Monitor line efficiency, labor utilization, and waste reduction
• Ensure proper documentation of downtime, scrap, and production metrics
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives

Food Safety & Compliance

• Enforce GMPs, OSHA standards, and all food safety requirements
• Maintain SQF program compliance and escalate food safety concerns immediately
• Ensure proper documentation of CCPs, quality checks, and sanitation practices
• Train employees on SOPs and safe equipment operation

Operational Oversight

• Monitor production using gauges, controls, and process indicators
• Troubleshoot mechanical or process issues in partnership with maintenance
• Maintain communication with baking, packaging, sanitation, and warehouse teams
• Prepare shift reports for management review

Employee Relations

• Address attendance, performance, and disciplinary matters professionally
• Approve time-off requests per company policy
• Support HR initiatives and workforce engagement

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of supervisory experience in food manufacturing (bakery experience strongly preferred)
• Experience managing teams in a fast-paced production environment
• Knowledge of GMPs, OSHA regulations, and food safety systems
• SQF or HACCP exposure preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working overnight once training is complete

Schedule

• Flexibility required based on production needs
• Weekends as needed

Compensation & Benefits

• $60,000 – $75,000 annually
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Growth and advancement opportunities

Work Environment

This role requires:

• Standing and walking for extended periods
• Lifting up to 50 lbs
• Working around industrial bakery equipment
• Exposure to flour dust, humidity, and temperature variations
• Moderate noise environment

How to Apply

If you’re ready to lead from the front and build a strong overnight production team, we encourage you to apply.

Michigan Bread Company is a fast-growing commercial bakery based in Taylor, Michigan, producing high-quality breads, buns, and rolls for customers throughout the Midwest. Our facility produces over 150 unique products across multiple production lines, supplying restaurants, retailers, and foodservice partners with fresh, consistent products every day.

With more than 225 dedicated team members, we pride ourselves on maintaining a safe, team-oriented workplace where quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement are at the center of everything we do. Our operation combines traditional baking methods with modern manufacturing equipment to produce a wide range of specialty and everyday bakery products.

At Michigan Bread Company, we believe our employees are the key ingredient to our success. We offer a stable work environment, opportunities for advancement, and leadership that is committed to supporting employee growth and development. Whether you are starting your career in manufacturing or bringing years of experience, you’ll be part of a team that takes pride in producing great products and delivering excellent service to our customers.