Break Relief Operator

Location: 

Alsip, IL, US, 60803

60803
Job Type:  Bakery Operations
60803

Aspire Bakeries is a North American baking company with a leadership position in specialty frozen baked goods. Formed from leading bakery companies, its innovative food portfolio includes breads, artisan breads, buns, cookies, donuts, muffins and pastries from beloved brands like La Brea Bakery®, Otis Spunkmeyer®, and Oakrun Farm Bakery®. With 13 bakeries in North America, we are committed to driving innovation, predicting upcoming consumer trends and flavors, and exceeding our customers’ expectations. Aspire Bakeries champions the values of Integrity, Ownership, Customer Focus, Creativity and Care to help us deliver on People Safety, Food Safety, Quality and Collaboration.

 

 

As a Break Relief Operator, you will be responsible for learning and effectively performing the duties of various roles within our manufacturing facility, including case erecting, packing, dough moving, mixing, operating machinery, and palletizing. Your ability to quickly adapt to different tasks, maintain a high level of productivity, and ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards will be crucial to your success in this role.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Provides break relief coverage for the following positions:  Case erector/Packer; dough mover; mixer; operator; packer; palletizer as needed.
  • Learns and demonstrates full competency in performing the job functions of the various positions assigned.
  • Follows rules and regulations to ensure food safety, quality, and legality.
  • Establishes and maintains effective working relationships
  • Must understand and follow all company Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s)
  • Must understand and comply with the company Allergen, Food Defense and HACCP policies
  • Partners with Supervision and maintenance to maintain equipment in good working condition

 

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED is preferred
  • One-year related experience and/or training is required
  • Experience in the food industry is preferred
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

 

Shift: 3rd

Hourly Rate: $20.50 - $21.50

 

 

Benefits Designed with You in Mind

At Aspire Bakeries, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, professional growth, and financial stability. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

 

Health & Wellness:

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Optional voluntary benefits

Work-Life Balance:

  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid time off and holidays

Financial Security:

  • Competitive 401(k) plan with a 100% vested company match
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Continuous Growth:

  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Flexible Spending:
  • HSA and FSA options

Performance-Based Rewards:
We value your hard work and dedication. That’s why we offer performance-driven incentive programs tailored to your role:

  • Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP): Recognizing individual and team achievements.
  • Sales Incentive Plan (SIP): Rewarding excellence in sales performance.
  • Bakery Incentive Plan (BIP): Focused on achieving bakery-specific performance goals.

 

At Aspire Bakeries, we believe that when you succeed, we all succeed. Join us and experience benefits that truly work as hard as you do!

 

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 or veteran status.