Operator 3, Bakery Mixer - 3rd Shift
About The Position
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. We are seeking a Mixing Operator III to join our team at our Alsip, IL bakery. As a Mixing Operator III, you will play a critical role in ensuring dough quality, production efficiency, and food safety by operating mixing equipment, monitoring dough characteristics, and supporting continuous production operations.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED (preferred)
- Minimum of 6 months of experience as a Mixer or in a related manufacturing role
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
- Basic computer skills and ability to operate production screens
- Ability to work overnight shifts and in a production environment
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- Bakery or food manufacturing experience
- Familiarity with SAP or production reporting systems
Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor automated mixing and production equipment to ensure consistent dough quality
- Control dough temperature, texture, and mixing times to meet product specifications
- Support production flow by coordinating with the sheeting line and managing mix capacity
- Maintain accurate production, inventory, and SAP data entries in a timely manner
- Ensure proper handling, storage, and reuse of rework and waste dough per specifications
- Perform sanitation and basic preventative maintenance to uphold food safety standards
- Maintain a clean, organized work environment and report any safety or contamination risks
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- company-paid life insurance
- additional voluntary options
- Paid parental leave
- generous paid time off
- holidays
- Competitive retirement plans
- short- and long-term disability coverage
- Opportunities to build skills, grow your career, and develop expertise through Aspire Bakeries’ learning and development programs
- HSA and FSA plans
- Performance incentive plans
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
