Inventory Clerk, Bakery - Maintenance - 3rd 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 a Maintenance Inventory Clerk to join our team at our Swedesboro, NJ bakery. As a Maintenance Inventory Clerk , you will be accountable for maintaining inventory accuracy, ensuring the availability of critical spare parts, and supporting maintenance operations through effective material management. This role is vital to maximizing equipment reliability, reducing downtime, and ensuring maintenance teams have the resources needed to support bakery operations.

This role requires you to be onsite in Swedesboro, NJ four days per week, giving you hands-on collaboration with the team and daily exposure to the pulse of the business.

Shift & Schedule

• Shift: 3rd
• Hours: 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM
• Weekend Availability: Required

Compensation

• Hourly Rate: $27 – $28.25 (includes $1.50/hour shift differential)

Core Accountabilities (What You’ll Be Doing)

• Manage maintenance inventory and spare parts availability to support operational reliability. 

• Coordinate receiving, stocking, material movement, and inventory transactions within the maintenance department. 

• Utilize CMMS systems to maintain accurate inventory records and improve maintenance efficiency. 

• Monitor inventory accuracy through cycle counts, reporting, and corrective actions. 

• Support maintenance planning activities through job kitting, CAPEX inventory management, and parts availability. 

• Ensure compliance with safety, food safety, quality, and inventory control requirements.

• Maintain a secure, organized, and efficient storeroom environment while delivering excellent internal customer service.

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED). 

• Experience supporting inventory management, storeroom operations, procurement, or manufacturing supply processes. 

• Working knowledge of inventory control and material management practices. 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Internet applications, and CMMS systems. 

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.

• Ability to obtain and maintain an Industrial Lift License. 

• Ability to stand, walk, lift, and work safely in a manufacturing environment with moving equipment, temperature fluctuations, and flour dust exposure.

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

• Previous experience in food manufacturing or industrial manufacturing environments. 

• Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS). 

• Prior inventory control, maintenance storeroom, or maintenance support experience.

• Forklift or powered industrial equipment certification. 

• Knowledge of food safety, quality, and inventory compliance standards.

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.