Lead, Bakery-Sanitation - 3rd 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 a Lead, Bakery‑Sanitation to join our team at our Swedesboro, NJ bakery. As the Lead Sanitation Technician, you will oversee and coordinate sanitation activities to ensure food safety, quality, regulatory compliance, and audit readiness while leading and developing the sanitation team in a safe and hygienic manufacturing environment. Shift & Schedule Shift: 3rd Hours: 10PM - 6:30AM Weekend Availability: Required Compensation Hourly Rate: $24.00 – $25.25 Core Accountabilities (What You’ll Be Doing) Lead and supervise sanitation team members, including Tech 1 and Tech 2 roles Ensure sanitation activities comply with SSOPs, GMPs, HACCP, and Aspire Bakeries quality standards Manage sanitation schedules for production and non‑production areas to support operational readiness Maintain audit readiness by serving as the primary sanitation contact for inspections and reviews Oversee sanitation documentation, including cleaning logs, chemical usage, and corrective actions Partner with Quality Assurance and Production teams to mitigate contamination risks Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table) High school diploma or GED Minimum of 3 years of experience in sanitation or food manufacturing, including supervisory experience Working knowledge of food safety standards, including GMP and HACCP Ability to read and comprehend sanitation procedures, SSOPs, and safety documentation Ability to write clear reports and complete sanitation and audit logs accurately Basic math skills using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals Ability to lift and move items over 50 lbs. occasionally and work in wet, humid, and dusty environments Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success) Bilingual in English and Spanish Experience supporting sanitation audits and regulatory inspections Experience working in bakery or food manufacturing environments Strong training and mentoring skills for sanitation teams 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.aa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a