Operator , Bakery- pack- 1st Shift

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 an
Operator 1, Bakery
- Packaging to join our team at our Cayce, SC bakery
. As an Operator 1, Bakery-Packaging
, you will be accountable for supporting the packaging process by operating equipment, ensuring product quality, and maintaining safe and efficient production operations. This role plays an important part in delivering high-quality bakery products that meet Aspire Bakeries' production, food safety, and customer standards.

• Shift: 1st Shift
• Hours: 4:00 AM - 12:30 PM

• Operate and adjust packaging equipment to ensure products meet specifications and production requirements.
• Monitor product quality and food safety standards throughout the packaging process.
• Package bakery products using manual and automated packaging processes to meet production goals.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas in compliance with GMP and safety standards.
• Communicate equipment, quality, safety, and production concerns to appropriate team members.
• Support efficient production by following schedules, running orders, and established procedures.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve operational and performance objectives.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math calculations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and adapt to changing production demands.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, and perform repetitive physical activities throughout the shift.
• Ability to work in hot, cold, wet, frozen, dusty, and loud environments, including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Food manufacturing experience.
• Experience operating production or packaging equipment.

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.