Operator 2, Bakery-Production Starter (L7)

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 a Starter Room Operator to join our team at our Swedesboro, NJ bakery. As a Starter Room Operator, you will be accountable for preparing high‑quality white and organic starters by precisely following recipes, monitoring fermentation and cooling processes, and ensuring all starter room equipment is properly cleaned and sanitized to support safe, consistent, high‑quality production.

Shift & Schedule

• Shift: 2nd
• Hours: 2:00pm–10:30pm
• Weekend availability: Required

Compensation

• Hourly Rate: $21.00

Core Accountabilities (What You’ll Be Doing)

• Prepare and mix white and organic starters according to defined recipes, temperatures, and process parameters.
• Monitor and control fermentation, cooling, and mixing conditions to ensure starters meet targeted characteristics.
• Perform CIP procedures on starter tanks, dosing stations, and liquefiers to maintain sanitation standards.
• Maintain accurate SAP entries and documentation to ensure traceability and compliance.
• Verify proper functioning of scales and process equipment to support consistent product quality.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe starter room environment aligned with GMP and safety standards.
• Manage starter inventory, including mother starter quantities and use‑time monitoring, to support production flow.

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• High School Diploma or GED.
• At least 6 months of experience as an operator or in a fast‑paced production environment.
• Ability to understand and follow recipes and process controls.
• Ability to lift 50‑lb bags for short periods and perform physical tasks safely.
• Ability to read, document, and interpret scale and temperature data.
• Basic computer skills, including entering and documenting data using SAP.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

• Experience with starter mixing or fermentation processes.
• Experience in food manufacturing or bakery production.
• Familiarity with CIP systems and sanitation procedures.
• Knowledge of GMP and food safety practices.
• Strong attention to detail and reliability in a process‑driven 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.