Operator 3, Bakery- Warehouse - 1st Shift

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 an Operator 3, Bakery– Warehouse t o join our team at our Van Nuys, CA bakery. As an Operator 3 in Warehouse Operations, you will be accountable for ensuring accurate inventory movement, safe forklift operation, and efficient flow of ingredients, packaging, and finished goods throughout the facility. This role is essential for maintaining warehouse accuracy, supporting production, and ensuring timely shipments.

Shift & Schedule

• Shift: 1st
• Hours: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• Weekend availability: Required

Compensation

• Hourly Rate: $22.25 – $24.00

Core Accountabilities (What You’ll Be Doing)

• Manage accurate receiving, storage, inventory, and shipment of ingredients, packaging, and finished goods using SAP
• Operate forklifts safely to move, load, unload, and stage materials in accordance with warehouse standards
• Support order fulfillment by preparing, picking, and staging customer orders for shipment
• Maintain accurate warehouse documentation and ensure proper rotation of materials using FIFO
• Coordinate inventory storage locations, warehouse organization, and freezer/cooler placements
• Communicate equipment issues, safety risks, or quality concerns to supervisors promptly
• Maintain a clean, organized, and GMP‑compliant work environment

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 2 years of related manufacturing or warehouse experience (or equivalent training)
• Valid forklift license; strong understanding of safe forklift operation’
• Ability to read and interpret schedules, safety regulations, and operating instructions
• Ability to perform basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
• Ability to lift, move, or palletize materials safely in a cold/frozen warehouse environment
• Ability to complete documentation in English clearly and accurately

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

• Experience using SAP or inventory control software
• Prior experience in food manufacturing or GMP‑regulated environments
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills
• Ability to organize warehouse space for optimal flow and efficiency

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.