Production Operator

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 14 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.

Job Title
•    Mixer, Building 1

Reporting to
•    Leadhand and Production Supervisor

Position Purpose 
This position is responsible for ensuring all ingredients are put in the mixer, following the formulas.

Key Accountabilities
Ensuring food quality along with standard productivity.

Responsibilities
•    Responsible for start-up and review of the mixing schedule
•    Visually inspect mixer to ensure no GMP or mechanical issues – report deficiencies to Leadhand and/or Supervisor
•    Follow procedure and mixing standards
•    Ensure batters are finished in a timely manner- preventing downtime between batches
•    Ensure all documentation is being done and complete
•    Check and document every batch of batter temperature
•    Document any formula deviations on formula sheet
•    Ensure all variance to formulas are noted and reported to Leadhand/Supervisor
•    Inform Leadhand of any quality issue immediately
•    Ensure work area is kept neat and clean
•    Ensure clean floor area throughout the shift
•    Prior to leaving at the end of the shift- your work area should be organized and clean.  All garbage must be emptied and containers must be clean.
•    Assist in other positions/departments when needed
•    Adhere to all applicable job procedures as outlined in SOP manual
•    Adhere to GMPs and Health and Safety rules as outlined in employee handbook
•    Adhere to food safety practices and ensure they are being followed
•    Perform all other duties as assigned

Skills, Experience & Qualifications
•    Must work with speed and accuracy to keep up with the production process
•    Service oriented --- high need to please
•    Level headed -- does not overreact under stress
•    Effective communicator
•    Punctual team player
•    Must be dependable
•    Must have excellent attendance and work habits
•    GMP and safety awareness

Education, Technical Qualifications, Experience and Competencies Proficiency Level

Required
•    N/A

Preferred
•    High school diploma or equivalent

Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
•    The majority of work in the bakery requires employees to stand on their feet for the entire  8-12 hour shift 
•    Physical demands may also include reaching, bending, walking, lifting (up to a maximum of 50lbs) and performing repetitive actions
•    Please refer to the PDA for all physical requirements of this position

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
•    ASPIRE BAKERIES  Limited is a 24 hour/ 7 day manufacturing operation
•    The temperature of the environment within the production area can range from 58 - 80 degrees Fahrenheit depending on the department  
•    The production areas are often loud, exceeding 85 decibels, due to the machinery that is running; earplugs are required to be worn while in the bakery at all times
•    Depending on position, some employees may be exposed to dust; dust masks and respirators are available if required

We thank each applicant for taking the time and effort to submit your resume, however, only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. Our organization is committed to promoting the independence, dignity, integration, and equality of opportunity of persons with disabilities by ensuring the accessibility of our facilities and services. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. Applicants need to make their required accommodations known in advance.