Operator 2, Bakery-Ingredient (L7) - 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 – 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, Bakery – Ingredient Prep to join our team at our Swedesboro, NJ bakery. As an Ingredient Prep Operator, you will be accountable for accurately measuring, preparing, and labeling ingredients to support efficient, high‑quality mixing operations and maintain full traceability and food safety standards.

Shift & Schedule

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

Compensation

• Hourly Rate: $21 – $22

Core Accountabilities (What You’ll Be Doing)

• Prepare and measure ingredients with accuracy to support consistent, high‑quality batch production
• Maintain ingredient traceability in accordance with PCE guidelines and documentation standards
• Manage ingredient inventory, ensuring proper labeling, rotation, and storage—including refrigerated items
• Keep prep, wash, cooler, and storage areas clean, organized, and compliant with GMP and food safety standards
• Collaborate closely with the Lead Mixer, Machine Operator, and production team to support efficient operations
• Monitor and maintain proper functioning of scaling tools such as weight scales, scanners, and related equipment
• Complete required documentation accurately and on time to support compliance and batch integrity

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 6 months of general labor experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to accurately document ingredients and mixing data
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
• Ability to read, write, and communicate clearly in English
• Ability to work with computers and operating screens
• Ability to lift and handle ingredients up to 50 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

• Experience in food manufacturing
• Familiarity with GMPs, SOPs, and food safety practices
• Problem‑solving and reasoning skills
• Experience supporting continuous improvement activities

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.