Operator , Bakery- Production- 1st 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

• 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.

We are seeking a Mixer Operator to join our team at our Newark, California bakery. As a Mixer Operator, you will be accountable for preparing and mixing ingredients accurately to support efficient production operations while ensuring food safety, quality, and compliance with company standards. This role plays a critical part in delivering consistent product quality and maintaining production schedules.

• Shift: 1st Shift
• Weekend Availability:
  Required
• Overtime:
  May be required based on business needs. Flexibility to work different shifts and weekends as needed.

Hourly Rate: $21.00 - $22.50 per hour

• Operate and set up mixing equipment to support safe and efficient production processes.
• Weigh, verify, and mix raw materials according to established formulas and production procedures.
• Monitor and document production activities, including accurate SAP lot tracking and process records.
• Inspect ingredients and finished dough to ensure compliance with quality and food safety standards.
• Report ingredient shortages, equipment issues, and production concerns promptly to appropriate teams.
• Perform equipment cleaning and support rapid changeovers between production runs.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and GMP-compliant work environment.

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow verbal and written instructions in English.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to accurately identify products and ingredients using labels and…