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 across 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 Production Operator has the primary responsibility of contributing to all phases of the team-oriented production process. This includes:

• Operation of automated production and packaging 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
• Becoming fully versed in the entire production and packaging process

Responsibilities:

• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
• Ensure safety compliance
• Operate and adjust equipment to maintain accuracy and proper food specifications
• Maintain equipment settings and ensure supplies are accessible when needed
• Assist in standardizing procedures and practices to improve line efficiency and/or product quality
• Work in a hot, cold, wet, and loud environment
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or GED is preferred
• Ability to regularly stand, walk, and lift up to 50 lbs
• Some manufacturing experience preferred, food manufacturing experience a plus

Shift: 2nd

Hourly Rate: $21.00 - $21.32

Benefits Designed with You in Mind

At Aspire Bakeries, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, professional growth, and financial stability. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage; company-paid life insurance; optional voluntary benefits
• Work-Life Balance: Paid parental leave; paid time off and holidays
• Financial Security: Competitive 401(k) plan with a 100% vested company match; short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Continuous Growth: Tuition reimbursement program
• Flexible Spending: HSA and FSA options
• Performance-Based Rewards: Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP), Sales Incentive Plan (SIP), Bakery Incentive Plan (BIP)

We believe that when you succeed, we all succeed. Join us and experience benefits that truly work as hard as you do!

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 factors such as location, shift, education, skill, and experience. The pay scale listed is generally for candidates meeting the specified qualifications. Additional pay may be offered to those exceeding these qualifications. We provide a competitive compensation package alongside a robust benefits program.

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, or veteran status.