Bakery Team Lead (62754)

Job DetailsJob Location: Middlebury - Middlebury, IN 46540Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $18.00 - $22.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: Up to 25%Job Shift: AnyJob Category: ManufacturingTeam Leader

We're not just a bakery; we're a family built on tradition and a passion for crafting exceptional baked goods. Our story began in 2001, with a young Amish couple selling delicious family-recipe treats from their front porch. Since then, we've grown but never forgotten our roots. We still believe in doing things the "old-fashioned way," with a commitment to quality and a personal touch in every item we bake.

Our success is a testament to our dedicated team and the core values we hold dear:

Integrity - Teamwork – Respect - Stewardship - Continuous Improvement 

If you're looking for a place where tradition meets opportunity and where your work truly makes a difference, we'd love for you to join us.

Job Summary: 

The Bakery Team Leaders will oversee the department and the quality of the work performed by their team members. 

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

Assist the bakery supervisors with schedules and assign tasks to team members. 
Be a backup to supervisors when needed. 

Duties/Responsibilities: 

Directs, administers, and controls the day-to-day operations and activities of the department. 
Motivate team members to perform their best. 
Ensure compliance in food safety, workplace safety, and employment laws.  
Performs quality checks as needed.
Provides training for all new hires. 
Assist with implementing KPIs and targets for the department. 
Gain feedback from team members on current processes and identify the need for change and improvement within the department. 
Create a supportive team environment. 
Performs other related duties as required.

Required Skills/Abilities: 

Excellent verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills. 
Excellent at problem-solving and conflict resolution. 
Excellent in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.  
Planning and people management. 

 Education and Experience: 

High school diploma or equivalent required. 
1-2 years of related experience. 

Physical Requirements: 

Ability to stand and move throughout the facility for extended periods.
Capability to perform physical activities, including lifting up to 50 lbs. unassisted, bending, climbing, standing, and walking.
Adequate visual and auditory acuity.
High-heat environments (ovens). 
Ability to work in cold temperatures (freezers/refrigerators).
Fast-paced, team-oriented, and safety-conscious atmosphere. 

NOTE: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Qualifications