Operator 1, Bakery- Production- 1st 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 Mixer Operator to join our team at our Newark, California bakery. As a Mixer Operator, you will be accountable for preparing and mixing ingredients accurately to support efficient production operations while ensuring food safety, quality, and compliance with company standards. This role plays a critical part in delivering consistent product quality and maintaining production schedules.

Shift & Schedule

• Shift: 1st Shift
• Weekend Availability: Required
• Overtime: May be required based on business needs. Flexibility to work different shifts and weekends as needed.
  
  

Compensation

Hourly Rate: $21.00 - $22.50 per hour

Core Accountabilities (What You’ll Be Doing)

• Operate and set up mixing equipment to support safe and efficient production processes.
• Weigh, verify, and mix raw materials according to established formulas and production procedures.
• Monitor and document production activities, including accurate SAP lot tracking and process records.
• Inspect ingredients and finished dough to ensure compliance with quality and food safety standards.
• Report ingredient shortages, equipment issues, and production concerns promptly to appropriate teams.
• Perform equipment cleaning and support rapid changeovers between production runs.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and GMP-compliant work environment.

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow verbal and written instructions in English.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to accurately identify products and ingredients using labels and documentation.
• Basic computer proficiency and experience using SAP or similar systems.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures and around moving production equipment.

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

• Previous experience in a baking, food manufacturing, or food processing environment.
• Experience operating mixing, batching, or ingredient-handling equipment.
• Forklift certification.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Experience with production documentation and inventory tracking systems.

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.