Operator 2, Bakery-Fryer - 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 an Operator 2 to join our team at our Swedesboro, NJ bakery. As an Operator 2, you will be aligning product exiting the fryer on to the cooling conveyor, monitoring the quality of the product on the Proofer baskets and exiting the fryer. Fryers are to maintain the sanitary conditions of the Proofer and fryer areas to meet safety and General manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) standards   

Shift & Schedule

• Shift: 1st
• Hours: 6:00AM - 2:30 PM
• Weekend Availability: Required 

Compensation

• Hourly Rate: $21–$22 per hour

Core Accountabilities (What You’ll Be Doing)

• • Assure the final forming of the product to specifications. 

  • Monitor the units on the Proofer baskets to ensure they are meeting quality specifications. 

  • Align product on Proofer baskets for efficiency as they travel to the fryer. 

  • Coordinates activities in the fryer area. 

  • Align units exiting the fryer onto the cooling conveyor for maximum cooling 

  • Perform general sanitation cleanup of Proofer workstation and fryer areas. 

  • Awareness of Lockout/Tagout procedures and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s). 

  • Assure that all data entry is entered accurately and on a timely manner. 

  • Assure that mechanical line moving parts are functioning as expected. Report any mal-functioning or potential mechanical failures to supervisor. 

  • Assure that the Fryer area is maintained organized and safe for working. 

  • Assure that Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) are adhered to by employees. 

  • Continually communicate with Supervisor on product quality. 

  • Record Quality Control checks accurately and timely. 

  • Continually weigh units to ensure product is within weight and dimension specifications. 

  • Works to maintain and improve on the quality, legality and safety of each product and the processes used in their manufacture. Responsible for keeping assigned work area clean and tidy at all times and reporting any potential contamination and suspicious activity to a Supervisor immediately. 

  • Through Aspire AOE training understands and uses Centerline and CIL daily management systems 

  • Participate in root cause analysis and problem-solving process 

  • Performs area walk daily to detect issues & defects to help reduce and maintain waste levels 

  • Follows standard work procedures and trains others on current best approach to minimize system variation 

  • Contributes to a culture of continuous improvement by sharing improvement ideas with management and actively engaging in AOE pillar activities. 

  • Adhere to GMPs and Health and Safety rules outlined in the employee handbook, including: 

  • Maintains a clean, organized, and safe working environment in assigned production areas and workstations. 

  • Immediately reporting any unsafe conditions, incidents, or injuries to a supervisor or lead hand. 

  • Using all required personal protective equipment. 

  • Adhere to and ensure compliance with food safety practices, including: 

  • Maintaining all tools in good repair and reporting any broken, damaged, or missing tools to a supervisor or lead hand (do not discard damaged tools). 

  • Following all GMPs, including maintaining personal hygiene, handwashing/sanitizing, and cleaning up spills (ingredients, water, debris, wood, etc.). 

  • Report any issues or deviations to supervisors, including immediately reporting any potential contamination or suspicious activity to line leadership. 

  • Reporting any unusual people or behaviors to a supervisor as a part of food security protocols. 

  • Additional tasks may be assigned as needed. 

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Proficient in using computers and navigating operating screens.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately to meet production demands.
• Knowledge of GMP standards and commitment to safety.
• Flexible availability to work all assigned shifts.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Strong problem-solving skills and effective communication in English (verbal and written).

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

• Prior experience in a fast-paced production or packing environment.

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.