Packing Operator III

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 has the primary responsibility of contributing to all phases of the team-oriented packaging process.  Included is the operation of automated packaging and production equipment, determining equipment failures and making minor adjustments or contacting appropriate personnel for assistance, aiding in operator preventative maintenance, and hygiene of all related equipment. This position is expected to become fully versed in the entire packaging and production process.

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 is preferred  
• Equipment and product knowledge 
• Must be at least 18 years of age 

Shift: 2nd

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.