Bakery Lead (2nd Shift)

Bakery Lead Are you someone others naturally turn to for guidance and support? Do you enjoy helping your team achieve production goals while maintaining high quality standards?Are you energized by solving problems and keeping operations running smoothly?Do you lead by example and take pride in creating a safe, productive work environment? If so, Palermo's Pizza may have the opportunity you've been looking for. Who You’ll Work For… At Palermo's, we're passionate about creating great food and building a great place to work. As a family-owned company, we combine innovation, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence in everything we do. As a Bakery Lead, you'll play a key role in supporting bakery operations by coordinating daily activities, coaching team members, and helping ensure production goals are achieved safely and efficiently. You'll serve as a trusted resource on the line while gaining valuable leadership experience and contributing to Palermo's continued success. Perks… Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packageMedical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with company matchPaid time off and floating holidaysOpportunities for career growth and leadership developmentExposure to continuous improvement initiatives20 free pizzas per month!A collaborative culture focused on teamwork and support Where you’ll work… This role is based in our West Milwaukee bakery facility. As a Bakery Lead, you'll spend the majority of your time on the production floor supporting associates, coordinating daily activities, and helping the team achieve production goals. When you'll work... This is a 2nd shift opportunity. Candidates should be flexible and available to work overtime as needed to support production demands and business needs. What You’ll Do… As a Bakery Lead, you will serve as a hands-on leader responsible for supporting daily bakery operations and ensuring production activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with quality expectations. Responsibilities Include Coordinating activities on assigned bakery lines to support production schedulesTroubleshooting operational issues related to quality, output, and efficiencyProviding day-to-day guidance and support to bakery associatesAssisting with onboarding and training activitiesMonitoring material usage and communicating concerns appropriatelyPromoting adherence to food safety, GMP, and safety standardsCompleting and verifying production documentationParticipating in RedZone huddles and continuous improvement initiativesEscalating concerns related to safety, equipment, staffing, or production performance Why you’ll be successful… You lead through influence rather than authority. You enjoy helping others succeed and take pride in being someone your team can rely on. You communicate effectively, remain calm under pressure, and are willing to step in wherever needed to support the operation. You Thrive When You Can Solve problems quickly and effectivelySupport and coach othersLead by exampleKeep operations moving efficientlyFoster teamwork and collaborationIdentify opportunities for improvement What You’ll Bring… Required Qualifications High school diploma or GEDTwo or more years of manufacturing experience, preferably within bakery or food productionDemonstrated ability to coordinate work activities and support others in achieving production goalsBasic math, reading, and problem-solving skillsBasic computer proficiency Preferred Qualifications Previous lead experience within a manufacturing environmentFrozen food manufacturing experienceBilingual proficiency in English and SpanishPIT certification or ability to obtain certificationKnowledge of GMPs, PPE requirements, and food safety expectations What Success Looks Like… A successful Bakery Lead: Supports the team in consistently achieving production goalsLeads by example and fosters a positive work environmentCommunicates effectively and escalates concerns appropriatelyCoaches and trains others to perform work safely and efficientlyDemonstrates accountability and adaptability in a fast-paced environmentContributes to continuous improvement efforts that enhance operational performance