Production Operator II - 3rd 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 a Production Operator to join our team at our Cayce bakery. As a Production Operator, you will be accountable for operating and adjusting production equipment to ensure products meet quality specifications while maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient manufacturing environment.

Shift & Schedule

Shift: 3rd
Hours: 9:45PM - 6:15AM
Weekend Availability: Required

Core Accountabilities (What You’ll Be Doing)

• Operate, monitor, and adjust production machinery to ensure consistent and accurate food specifications.
• Ensure all food products meet established quality standards throughout production.
• Maintain accurate and timely production documents, records, and reports.
• Assemble, set up, start, and stop equipment for start‑ups, changeovers, and line needs.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas in compliance with GMPs and safety rules.
• Accurately scale ingredients to meet scheduled recipe requirements.
• Follow production schedules, running orders, and recipes to maintain operational flow.

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs periodically.
• Equipment and product knowledge, including basic troubleshooting ability.
• Basic computer skills and ability to enter data into company programs.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

• Prior experience operating food manufacturing equipment.
• Familiarity with GMPs or food safety environments.
• Experience with automated production systems.
• Strong understanding of production changeovers or line setup.
• Ability to identify equipment variances and escalate appropriately.

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.