Operator 3, Bakery-Mixing - 1st Shift

Operator 3, Bakery-Mixing - 1st Shift

Location: Van Nuys, CA, US

Hungry for a career that's as rewarding as it is delicious? At Aspire Bakeries, we don't just bake breads, cookies, and cakes - we create foods that bring people together. From La Brea Bakery® artisan breads to Otis Spunkmeyer® cookies, our products are enjoyed by millions of people every day. And behind every bite are talented manufacturing and support teams who take pride in their work and our food. We're looking for hard-working people who will bring integrity, creativity, and a passion for excellence to everything they do - whether that's on the bakery floor, in the office, or supporting customers. In return, we offer a workplace culture built on care, ownership, and growth - where your contributions matter and your career can rise as high as our bread loaves! With 13 commercial bakeries across North America and a reputation as an industry leader, Aspire Bakeries is rising together with our people and our customers to be the best all-around bakery solution. If you're ready to grow with us, we'd love to hear from you.

Why You'll Love Working At Aspire Bakeries

• Culture – Our culture thrives on collaboration, diversity, and a shared passion for excellence. We support team members, empower growth, and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-paid life insurance and additional voluntary options to fit your needs.
• Work-Life Balance – Paid parental leave, generous paid time off, and holidays so you can recharge and spend time on what matters most.
• Financial Security – Competitive retirement plans, plus short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Growth & Development – Opportunities to build skills, grow your career, and develop expertise through Aspire Bakeries' learning and development programs.
• Flexibility & Support – HSA and FSA plans to help you manage everyday expenses.
• Recognition & Rewards – Performance incentive plans that celebrate achievements across sales, bakery performance, and individual contributions.

About the Role

We are seeking a Mixing Assistant Lead to join our team at our Van Nuys, CA bakery. As a Mixing Assistant Lead, you will support the Bakery Operations Supervisor by planning, organizing, and coordinating Mixing Department activities in the absence of the Lead, ensuring efficient operations and consistent production of high-quality dough that meets all specifications and safety standards.

Shift & Schedule

Shift: 1st

Hours: 6:00AM – 2:30PM

Weekend Availability: Required

Compensation

Hourly Rate: $22.00 – $23.75

Core Accountabilities (What You'll Be Doing)

• Coordinate and oversee daily Mixing Department operations to ensure efficiency and effectiveness
• Ensure dough batches are prepared accurately to time, temperature, and quality specifications
• Assign, monitor, and guide team members to meet performance and production expectations
• Maintain ingredient availability, inventory accuracy, and FIFO compliance
• Monitor dough quality through visual and physical inspection to ensure consistency
• Ensure accurate, timely completion of all production records and documentation
• Promote and uphold food safety, sanitation, GMPs, and safe work practices

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• High school diploma or GED
• 1–3 months of related manufacturing or food production experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work activities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English (verbal and written)
• Basic math skills, including percentages
• Ability to understand and operate mixing process controls and temperature/scaling systems
• Ability to pull mixing bowls weighing up to approximately 1,000 lbs. with wheels

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

• Previous bakery or food manufacturing experience
• Experience leading or training team members
• Working knowledge of GMPs and Lockout/Tagout procedures
• Experience with production documentation and data recording
• Strong problem-solving skills under time and production pressures

Aspire Bakeries LLC values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. The final determination of a successful candidate's starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to location, shift, education, skill, and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed in this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates that exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements. Aspire Bakeries is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants.