Operator 1, Bakery- Ingredient - 2nd Shift

Job Description

Job Description

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 1, Bakery- Ingredient - 2nd Shift to join our team at our Swedesboro, NJ bakery. As an Operator 1, Bakery- Ingredient - 2nd Shift , you will be accountable for accurately preparing, scaling, and mixing ingredients according to recipe specifications while ensuring consistent dough quality, food safety compliance, and efficient production operations. This role is vital to maintaining product consistency, supporting production schedules, and delivering high-quality bakery products that meet Aspire Bakeries’ standards.

Shift & Schedule

• Shift: 2nd Shift
• Hours: 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM
• Weekend Availability: Required

Compensation

• Hourly Rate: $20.00 – $21.25

Core Accountabilities (What You’ll Be Doing)

• Prepare and mix ingredients according to approved recipes and production specifications.
• Monitor dough characteristics to ensure consistent product quality and performance.
• Manage ingredient inventory, lot traceability, and usage accuracy.
• Support production efficiency by coordinating mixing activities with line requirements.
• Maintain accurate production, inventory, and batch documentation.
• Maintain sanitary, organized, and food-safe work areas and equipment.
• Promote food safety, quality, regulatory compliance, and contamination prevention throughout the manufacturing process.

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in a food manufacturing, production, or related manufacturing environment, or transferable production skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow recipes, specifications, and written procedures.
• Basic computer and data entry skills for production documentation and inventory tracking.
• Ability to lift and handle up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the shift.
• Ability to work safely while following GMP, food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work required shift schedules.

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

• Bakery or dough-mixing experience.
• Experience with automated mixing equipment or Rheon Line systems.
• Familiarity with ingredient inventory control and lot traceability processes.
• Experience managing temperature-controlled ingredients and dough processes.
• Participation in continuous improvement or quality improvement initiatives.

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.