General Labor, Bakery- Packing- 3rd Shift

General Labor, Bakery
- Packing- 3rd Shift

Location:

Hazleton, PA, US

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 General Labor, Bakery – Packing (Grandi Paddler/Inspector) to join our team at our Hazleton, PA bakery. As a General Labor – Packing (Grandi Paddler/Inspector), you will be accountable for inspecting and aligning frozen bakery products prior to automated vision inspection, ensuring product quality and preventing system disruptions to maintain safe and efficient production flow.

Shift & Schedule

Shift: 3rd Shift

Weekend availability:
Required

Core Accountabilities (What You'll be Doing)

Inspect and align frozen products to ensure proper flow into automated vision systems

Identify and remove defective or misaligned products to prevent equipment jams and maintain efficiency

Monitor equipment conditions and report damaged tools or components to supervisors

Communicate production issues across teams to support continuous operation and minimize downtime

Maintain compliance with food safety standards, GMPs, and company safety policies

Complete production documentation accurately and maintain organized work spaces

Support team performance through collaboration, training, and maintaining production readiness

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English

Basic math and timekeeping skills

Ability to make logical decisions and follow established procedures

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and frequently carry over 20 lbs

Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform repetitive movements throughout the shift

Ability to work in varying environments (cold, wet, hot, noisy, or confined areas)

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

Previous experience in a food manufacturing or bakery production environment

Familiarity with automated inspection or packaging systems

Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and food safety standards

Experience operating or supporting production equipment

Experience training or assisting new team members

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.