Tech , Bakery-Sanitation - 2nd Shift

Position: Tech 1, Bakery-Sanitation - 2nd Shift
Location: Swedesboro

Introduction

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.

Sanitation Operator

The Sanitation Operator is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation across production, office, and support areas by following prescribed schedules and protocols. This role ensures overall facility hygiene and audit readiness.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain floors, drains, walls, ceilings, and other facility surfaces per established cleaning schedules or as required.
• Collect and properly dispose of trash from office, staff breakrooms, and production areas.
• Remove and compact cardboard waste from the packing area using designated equipment.
• Perform detailed cleaning of production line components during scheduled maintenance and sanitation down‑days.
• Operate a floor scrubber/washing machine to maintain clean and safe flooring.
• Maintain all sanitation tools and equipment—such as buckets, hoses, vacuums, and hand tools—in a clean and ready‑to‑use condition.
• Assist in facility preparation for inspections, audits, and customer visits.
• Contribute to the quality, legality, and safety of all products by supporting sanitary production conditions.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, reporting any potential contamination or suspicious activity to a supervisor immediately.
• Perform other duties as assigned by sanitation leadership or management.

Role Requirements

• Attention to detail and strong commitment to cleanliness and hygiene standards.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Physical ability to perform cleaning tasks, including standing, walking, bending, lifting, and repetitive motion.
• Willingness to work in variable temperature environments (hot, cold, humid).
• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and sanitation down‑days as needed.

Core Competencies

• Customer Service, Oral & Written Communication, Teamwork
• Delegation, Leadership, People Management
• Quality Management, Cost Awareness
• Diversity & Inclusion, Ethics & Integrity
• Organizational Support, Adaptability
• Attendance & Punctuality, Dependability
• Initiative, Planning & Organization
• Professionalism, Quality Focus, Productivity
• Safety & Security

Education, Technical Qualifications, Experience and Competencies Required

• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Ability to comprehend and follow written and oral instructions.
• Literacy skills for reading and writing simple correspondence.

Preferred

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Prior experience in a bakery or food manufacturing environment.

Shift & Pay

Shift: 2nd

Pay Range: $20 - $21.25 per hour

Benefits and Additional Information

Aspire Bakeries LLC values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates that exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs.

For union‑represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

EEO Statement

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.

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