Operator , Cookies- Production APV Operator- 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 Bakery Operator, Production to join our team. As a Bakery Operator
, you will be accountable for operating, monitoring, and supporting automated production and packaging processes to ensure safe, efficient production of high-quality bakery products. This role is vital to maintaining production flow, product quality, food safety compliance, and operational efficiency while supporting multiple production areas as business needs require.

• Shift: 1st Shift
• Hours:
  
  Based on operational needs
• Weekend Availability:
  Required as needed by business demands

• Operate production and packaging equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and accurate manufacturing of bakery products.
• Monitor product quality, food specifications, and equipment performance throughout the production process.
• Set up and adjust machinery for start-ups, changeovers, and production runs to support operational requirements.
• Maintain compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), safety policies, and food safety standards.
• Support preventative maintenance, equipment troubleshooting, and minor operational adjustments to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with supervisors and team members to communicate production issues and maintain workflow continuity.
• Provide operational coverage across production areas, filling critical roles and supporting staffing needs as required.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to safely operate manufacturing equipment and machinery in a fast-paced production environment.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting…