Packaging Operator

Location: 

West Columbia, SC, US, 29172

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Job Type:  Bakery Operations
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Aspire Bakeries is a North American baking company with a leadership position in specialty frozen baked goods. Formed from leading bakery companies, its innovative food portfolio includes breads, artisan breads, buns, cookies, donuts, muffins and pastries from beloved brands like La Brea Bakery®, Otis Spunkmeyer®, and Oakrun Farm Bakery®. With 13 bakeries in North America, we are committed to driving innovation, predicting upcoming consumer trends and flavors, and exceeding our customers’ expectations. Aspire Bakeries champions the values of Integrity, Ownership, Customer Focus, Creativity and Care to help us deliver on People Safety, Food Safety, Quality and Collaboration.

 

 

The Packaging Operator is responsible for ensuring the food is properly shaped, filled, and packaged according to the specifications established by ASPIRE BAKERIES.  Also required to work with the Bakery Team to accomplish production goals and maintain efficiencies.  

 

Responsibilities:

  • Ensure food meets quality specifications  

  • Package food manually and with use of machinery 

  • Operate and adjust machinery & equipment to ensure accuracy and proper food specifications  

  • Maintain appropriate documents/reports

  • Ensure work areas, machinery and equipment are clean, organized and adheres to applicable safety rules at all times   

  • Assemble, set-up, start and stop equipment for start-ups, changeovers and line specific needs  

  • Continuous compliance with Good Manufacturing Processes (GMP’s)  

  • Adhere to packaging work schedule and running orders  

  • Perform other duties as assigned or required  

 

Qualifications:

  • A high school diploma or GED is preferred
  • 3+ years of manufacturing experience   
  • Equipment and product knowledge  

  • Equipment and product troubleshooting ability  

 

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 or veteran status.