General Labor, Bakery- Production - 1st Shift TB

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 General Labor team member to join our Swedesboro, NJ bakery. As a General Laborer, you will be responsible for forming units to product specifications, slicing product tops, aligning product entering the oven, and monitoring quality throughout the production process. You will also maintain sanitary conditions in all assigned areas to meet safety and GMP standards.

Shift & Schedule

• Shift: 1st
• Hours: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM 
• Weekend Availability : Required 

Compensation

• Hourly Rate: $18 

Core Accountabilities (What You’ll Be Doing)

• Operate and monitor high-speed continuous production lines.
• Set up and maintain line equipment in the filling room.
• Perform visual product inspections and regrades.
• Communicate with team members to ensure process continuity and quality standards.
• Maintain adequate stock of raw materials on the line.
• Perform basic cleaning and sanitation of line equipment.
• Enter inventory data into the warehouse management system as required.
• Perform manual lifting and adhere to all health and safety requirements.
• Maintain hygiene, safety, and quality standards on the production floor.
• Complete additional tasks as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot and make minor equipment adjustments preferred.
• Previous experience in the food industry preferred.
• Ability to work in a team-based production environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Flexible schedule; subject to change under management discretion.

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

• Prior experience in a fast-paced production environment.

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.