Operator 2, Bakery- Packing- 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 an Operator 2, Bakery- Packing to join our team at our Swedesboro, NJ bakery. As an Operator 2, Bakery-Packing, you will be accountable for supporting daily packaging operations and ensuring products are packed accurately, safely, and efficiently. This role is critical to maintaining product quality, food safety compliance, and smooth production flow while contributing to operational performance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Shift & Schedule: Shift: 3rd Hours: 10:00 PM- 6:30 AM Weekend Availability: Required Compensation Hourly Pay Rate: $21 Core Accountabilities (What You’ll be Doing) Perform packaging, labeling, palletizing, and related production activities to meet daily production requirements. Operate packaging equipment and assist with routine adjustments and product changeovers. Verify product quality, packaging accuracy, coding, and labeling requirements to ensure compliance. Conduct required food safety and quality checks, including metal detector verification and temperature monitoring. Complete production documentation, logs, reports, and system entries accurately and on time. Maintain appropriate inventory of packaging materials and support product movement using material handling equipment as authorized. Promote a safe, clean, and organized work environment while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams. Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table) High School Diploma or GED; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of 2 years of manufacturing, production, or packaging experience, preferably in a food manufacturing environment. Basic math skills, including the ability to work with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. Ability to read and follow production schedules, work instructions, and safety procedures. Basic computer skills with the ability to learn company systems and complete required documentation. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Ability to stand for extended periods and safely perform physical job duties, including team-assisted lifting of up to 100 lbs., frequent bending, twisting, reaching, and working in cold-temperature environments. Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success) Forklift certification. Bilingual in English and Spanish. Experience working in food manufacturing or bakery operations. Experience using manufacturing, production, inventory, or warehouse management systems. Knowledge of GMPs, food safety programs, and quality compliance requirements. 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.