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Since its founding in 1937, Krispy Kremes focus has remained the same - making fresh doughnuts using our founders original recipe. The brands iconic Hot Light lets consumers know when doughnuts are being made in the shop so they can stop in and enjoy them hot, right off the line.
We are looking for Assistant Managers who want to inspire customer wonder! You will work in partnership with our General Managers to create a WOW experience for our A-Glazing customers. You will also provide overall support with shop operations, foster a culture of teamwork, develop staff members abilities and competencies, and meet and exceed the goals of the shop established for your location. We love to grow our peeps, so your long-term objective will be to develop your skills on your journey to becoming a General Manager here at Krispy Kreme.
A TASTE OF WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:
- Manage and build a team of customer-focused employees through coaching, measurement, and fostering teamwork.
- Assist General Manager in recruiting, hiring, training, onboarding, and dispute resolution of team members.
- Maintain knowledge of products and current promotions
- Assist with in-shop accounting functions, including cash handling, completing corporate financial and operational reporting, counting, and depositing revenues, and managing inventory control.
- Ensure equipment and resources are operational for team member use including production equipment, POS system, retail equipment, drive-thru, and processing equipment.
- Maintain a high level of shop sanitation and cleanliness.
- Provide exceptional customer service to guests by nurturing a culture where all people know that their wonderfully original identities are welcomed & loved.
YOUR RECIPE FOR SUCCESS:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Five (5) years of experience in a job involving food service or retail industry.
- Has a steadfast commitment to nurture an equitable, unbiased culture where our peeps are empowered to showcase their originality.
- At least 2 years of management experience
- Must be 18 years of age or over.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
- Travel Requirements: 0-10%
- Must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
- The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
- Exposure to internal and external environmental conditions
- Shop fluctuating temperatures and noise levels
- Exposure to known allergens including but not limited to nuts.
- Non-air-conditioned production
- Noise of a production and/or processing area
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. The official job description will be provided during the application/interview process.
BENEFITS:
- Weekly Pay
- Career opportunities- we are growing!
- Comprehensive benefits (medical, vision, and dental insurance)
- Employee discount program
- 401K plan
- PTO
- Company events
- Education Reimbursement
- Adoption Assistance
- Life Insurance
- FSA/HSA Plans
- Pet Insurance
Learn more at www.kkbenefits.com
WHY KRISPY KREME?
At Krispy Kreme, we focus on:
Loving People:
- Our global culture is best captured by our Leadership Mix, a dozen behaviors that define how we work with one another across the world and give back to our communities. Check out our leadership mix here.
- Belonging happens once each Krispy Kremer knows their bold authentic self is welcomed, dignified, and loved, where their wonderfully original identities flourish and thrive.
Loving Communities:
- At Krispy Kreme, sharing joy is at the center of everything we do, and we strive to inspire this in our communities. Our brand purpose truly shines through our Acts of Joy and community fundraising initiatives.
- In the U.S., we have been donating unsold doughnuts to local food banks, with a goal of bringing a smile to our consumers as they enjoy a small, sweet treat. We partner with Feeding America and Convoy of Hope, who in turn partner with organizations nationwide to distribute donations to people in need through diverse types of programs and services.
- In 2022, we helped community groups raise $40 million globally. Last year in the U.S., we supported more than 83,000 fundraising events, raising nearly $37 million.
Loving Planet:
- We have been conducting a multi-year global GHG emissions assessment to establish an emissions baseline, using this foundation to soon set goals for greenhouse gas emission reductions.
- We are working on reducing food waste through donation efforts, animal feed, and composting programs.
Krispy Kreme is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
At Krispy Kreme, we believe that your originality sweetens our recipe. We value the diverse ingredients of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, gender, intersex, or veteran status of every individual. We strive for an inclusive culture that allows each of our peeps to bring their bold authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.
About Krispy Kreme
Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., Krispy Kreme is one of the most beloved and well-known sweet treat brands in the world. Our iconic Original Glazed doughnut is universally recognized for its hot-off-the-line, melt-in-your-mouth experience. Krispy Kreme operates in more than 35 countries through its unique network of fresh doughnut shops, partnerships with leading retailers, and a rapidly growing Ecommerce and delivery business with more than 14,000 fresh points of access. Our purpose of touching and enhancing lives through the joy that is Krispy Kreme guides how we operate every day and is reflected in the love we have for our people, our communities and the planet. Connect with Krispy Kreme Doughnuts at www.KrispyKreme.com, or on one of its many social media channels, including www.Facebook.com/KrispyKreme and www.Twitter.com/KrispyKreme.
Assistant Manager of Production starting pay is $23.00 per hour.
Brand: Krispy Kreme
Address: 201 North Veterans Parkway Bloomington, IL - 61704
Property Description: 120-Bloomington- IL
Property Number: 120
Since its founding in 1937, Krispy Kremes focus has remained the same - making fresh doughnuts using our founders original recipe. The brands iconic Hot Light lets consumers know when doughnuts are being made in the shop so they can stop in and enjoy them hot, right off the line.
We are looking for Assistant Managers who want to inspire customer wonder! You will work in partnership with our General Managers to create a WOW experience for our A-Glazing customers. You will also provide overall support with shop operations, foster a culture of teamwork, develop staff members abilities and competencies, and meet and exceed the goals of the shop established for your location. We love to grow our peeps, so your long-term objective will be to develop your skills on your journey to becoming a General Manager here at Krispy Kreme.
A TASTE OF WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:
- Manage and build a team of customer-focused employees through coaching, measurement, and fostering teamwork.
- Assist General Manager in recruiting, hiring, training, onboarding, and dispute resolution of team members.
- Maintain knowledge of products and current promotions
- Assist with in-shop accounting functions, including cash handling, completing corporate financial and operational reporting, counting, and depositing revenues, and managing inventory control.
- Ensure equipment and resources are operational for team member use including production equipment, POS system, retail equipment, drive-thru, and processing equipment.
- Maintain a high level of shop sanitation and cleanliness.
- Provide exceptional customer service to guests by nurturing a culture where all people know that their wonderfully original identities are welcomed & loved.
YOUR RECIPE FOR SUCCESS:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Five (5) years of experience in a job involving food service or retail industry.
- Has a steadfast commitment to nurture an equitable, unbiased culture where our peeps are empowered to showcase their originality.
- At least 2 years of management experience
- Must be 18 years of age or over.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
- Travel Requirements: 0-10%
- Must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
- The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
- Exposure to internal and external environmental conditions
- Shop fluctuating temperatures and noise levels
- Exposure to known allergens including but not limited to nuts.
- Non-air-conditioned production
- Noise of a production and/or processing area
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. The official job description will be provided during the application/interview process.
BENEFITS:
- Weekly Pay
- Career opportunities- we are growing!
- Comprehensive benefits (medical, vision, and dental insurance)
- Employee discount program
- 401K plan
- PTO
- Company events
- Education Reimbursement
- Adoption Assistance
- Life Insurance
- FSA/HSA Plans
- Pet Insurance
Learn more at www.kkbenefits.com
WHY KRISPY KREME?
At Krispy Kreme, we focus on:
Loving People:
- Our global culture is best captured by our Leadership Mix, a dozen behaviors that define how we work with one another across the world and give back to our communities. Check out our leadership mix here.
- Belonging happens once each Krispy Kremer knows their bold authentic self is welcomed, dignified, and loved, where their wonderfully original identities flourish and thrive.
Loving Communities:
- At Krispy Kreme, sharing joy is at the center of everything we do, and we strive to inspire this in our communities. Our brand purpose truly shines through our Acts of Joy and community fundraising initiatives.
- In the U.S., we have been donating unsold doughnuts to local food banks, with a goal of bringing a smile to our consumers as they enjoy a small, sweet treat. We partner with Feeding America and Convoy of Hope, who in turn partner with organizations nationwide to distribute donations to people in need through diverse types of programs and services.
- In 2022, we helped community groups raise $40 million globally. Last year in the U.S., we supported more than 83,000 fundraising events, raising nearly $37 million.
Loving Planet:
- We have been conducting a multi-year global GHG emissions assessment to establish an emissions baseline, using this foundation to soon set goals for greenhouse gas emission reductions.
- We are working on reducing food waste through donation efforts, animal feed, and composting programs.
Krispy Kreme is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
At Krispy Kreme, we believe that your originality sweetens our recipe. We value the diverse ingredients of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, gender, intersex, or veteran status of every individual. We strive for an inclusive culture that allows each of our peeps to bring their bold authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.
About Krispy Kreme
Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., Krispy Kreme is one of the most beloved and well-known sweet treat brands in the world. Our iconic Original Glazed doughnut is universally recognized for its hot-off-the-line, melt-in-your-mouth experience. Krispy Kreme operates in more than 35 countries through its unique network of fresh doughnut shops, partnerships with leading retailers, and a rapidly growing Ecommerce and delivery business with more than 14,000 fresh points of access. Our purpose of touching and enhancing lives through the joy that is Krispy Kreme guides how we operate every day and is reflected in the love we have for our people, our communities and the planet. Connect with Krispy Kreme Doughnuts at www.KrispyKreme.com, or on one of its many social media channels, including www.Facebook.com/KrispyKreme and www.Twitter.com/KrispyKreme.
Assistant Manager of Production starting pay is $23.00 per hour.
Brand: Krispy Kreme
Address: 201 North Veterans Parkway Bloomington, IL - 61704
Property Description: 120-Bloomington- IL
Property Number: 120
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in production manager jobs.
- 3 to 5 years of direct production or manufacturing supervisory experience
- Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms
- Working knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methods
- Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, operations management, or a related field
- Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, labor costs, and production schedules
- Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and compliance documentation requirements
Tips for Your Production Manager Job Search
Quantify throughput and cost savings on your resume
Production managers are hired to hit numbers, so your resume needs numbers too. Replace vague duties with output metrics: units per shift improved, scrap rates reduced, or downtime hours cut. Hiring managers scan for evidence you've moved the needle, not just managed the floor.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists production manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Tailor your resume to the industry vertical
A production manager resume that works in automotive won't land the same way in food manufacturing. Swap in industry-specific terminology, certifications like HACCP for food or IATF 16949 for automotive, and reference the machinery or ERP systems that vertical actually uses.
Prepare a structured problem-solve for behavioral interviews
Most production manager interviews include a scenario question about a line stoppage, a quality escape, or a missed deadline. Practice answering with a clear situation, the actions you owned, and a measurable result. Vague answers about teamwork lose out to specific ones about decisions you made.
Filter openings by shift structure before applying
Production manager roles vary widely from day-shift salaried positions to 24/7 rotating coverage with on-call expectations. Read the shift requirements before you apply so you're targeting roles whose schedules fit your situation, and address your availability directly in your cover letter.
Negotiate using total compensation, not base pay alone
Production manager offers often include shift differentials, performance bonuses tied to OEE or yield targets, and relocation packages for plant-based roles. Understand what each component is worth before you respond to an offer, and ask specifically whether bonus targets are historically achievable.
Production Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most production managers?
The companies hiring the most production managers right now include Tesla, Caterpillar, and Alsco Uniforms, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Openings tend to cluster around companies with large domestic manufacturing or fulfillment operations.
How many production manager jobs are remote?
About 19% of production manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which is lower than most office-based roles because most production work requires an on-site presence. The exceptions tend to be in media production, digital content operations, and roles focused on planning, scheduling, or vendor coordination rather than direct floor supervision.
How do you become a production manager?
Most production managers start in a frontline or technician role, then move into a lead or supervisor position where they gain scheduling and people-management experience. From there, building familiarity with lean methods, ERP systems, and budget ownership is what separates candidates who get promoted into full management from those who stay in lead roles. A degree in operations or industrial engineering helps but isn't always required if your floor experience is strong.
Can you get hired as a production manager with little experience?
Getting hired as a production manager with limited experience is possible if you frame adjacent experience the right way. Shift leads, team leads, or supervisory roles in warehousing, logistics, or skilled trades all demonstrate the scheduling, accountability, and people-management fundamentals employers look for. Targeting smaller manufacturers or contract production facilities tends to be more realistic at the entry point than applying to large consumer goods companies, which typically require several years of direct supervisory experience.
What does the production manager interview process look like?
The production manager interview process typically starts with a phone screen from a recruiter or HR contact, followed by one or two rounds with the plant manager or operations director. Expect behavioral questions about how you've handled a quality issue, a staffing shortage, or a missed production target. Some employers include a facility tour or a practical scenario exercise where they describe a floor problem and ask how you'd respond. Reference checks are standard before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to production manager jobs?
You can find and apply to production manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing. Openings are updated regularly, so checking back frequently increases your chances of catching a new posting early.
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