Operator 1, Bakery-Starter - 2nd 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 – A competitive 401(k) with immediate company match, 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 1, Bakery-Starter - 2nd Shift to join our team at our bakery location. As an Operator 1, Bakery-Starter - 2nd Shift, you will be accountable for preparing and blending ingredients according to established recipes while ensuring dough quality, product consistency, and efficient production operations. This role plays a critical part in delivering high-quality bakery products by supporting mixing and starter room activities, maintaining food safety standards, and optimizing production efficiency.

Shift & Schedule

• Shift: 2nd Shift
• Hours: 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM
• Weekend Availability: As required by business needs

Compensation

• Hourly Rate: $20.00

Core Accountabilities (What You'll Be Doing)

• Prepare and scale ingredients according to established recipes and production requirements.
• Operate and monitor mixing processes to ensure product quality, consistency, and specification compliance.
• Support starter room operations to maintain fermentation performance and production readiness.
• Maintain accurate production, inventory, and batch documentation.
• Coordinate mixing activities to support production schedules and maximize operational efficiency.
• Maintain sanitary, organized, and food-safe work areas, equipment, and ingredient storage locations.
• Promote food safety, quality, regulatory compliance, and contamination prevention throughout the manufacturing process.

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum six (6) months of experience in a manufacturing, production, or general labor environment.
• Ability to understand and follow recipes, formulas, and production instructions.
• Ability to operate production equipment, process controls, and computer-based operating systems.
• Ability to monitor product quality and make process adjustments as needed.
• Ability to lift and handle up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the shift.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining accurate documentation.

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

• Experience in bakery, food manufacturing, or related production environments.
• Knowledge of dough mixing processes and mixing equipment operation.
• Experience supporting fermentation, starter systems, or ingredient preparation processes.
• Familiarity with inventory control and production recordkeeping.
• Experience with Cleaning-in-Place (CIP) systems and sanitation procedures.

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.