Operator 1, Bakery-Box Maker L6 - 2nd Shift

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 Box Maker Operator to join our team at our Swedesboro, NJ bakery. As a Box Maker Operator, you will set up and change equipment based on product needs while adhering to food safety and quality guidelines. You will operate machines for box forming, bag inserting, and box taping to ensure a constant supply of boxes and bags for the packing lines.

Shift & Schedule

• Shift: 2nd
• Hours: 2:00 - 10:30PM
• Weekend Availability: Required 

Compensation

• Hourly Rate: $20.00 per hour

Core Accountabilities (What You’ll Be Doing)

• Set up and operate box forming, bag inserting, and box taping machines to meet production needs.
• Ensure adherence to daily production, packaging, and bagging schedules.
• Maintain adequate stock of packaging materials and verify proper machine settings.
• Perform bag and box strength verifications and ensure proper sealing.
• Adjust case erector measurements within specifications and change sizes as needed.
• Communicate equipment maintenance concerns to Leads, Supervisors, or Maintenance.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in work areas while adhering to GMPs and safety standards.
• Utilize Aspire AOE training with Centerline and CIL daily management systems.
• Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow standard work procedures and train others on best practices.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Two years of related manufacturing experience or equivalent training.
• Ability to read and interpret production schedules, safety rules, and operating instructions.
• Strong math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

• Prior experience in packaging or production operations.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods, use hands and fingers, and reach with arms.
• Frequent lifting between 10 and 100 lbs with assistance.
• Ability to push/pull 10–30 lbs frequently.
• Adequate communication and observational skills (seeing, speaking, hearing).
• Specific vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and color vision.

Work Environment

• Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Continuous exposure to cold conditions and rapid temperature changes.
• Occasional exposure to wet or humid conditions and heat.
• Tolerance for flour dust required.
• Noise level is typically moderate but can occasionally be loud.

(CA and NJ only) 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.