General Labor, Bakery- Production- 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 General Labor, Bakery– Production to join our team at our Swedesboro, NJ bakery. As a General Labor team member, you will be accountable for ensuring dough and baked products are properly shaped, aligned, and meet quality specifications throughout the production process while supporting safe, efficient operations.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
- Strong problem-solving and reasoning skills
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work independently or within a team
- Capability to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks including lifting up to 50 lbs (with assistance up to 100 lbs)
- Ability to work in environments with temperature changes, noise, and flour dust exposure
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in a fast-paced production or food manufacturing environment
- Experience working with automated production equipment
- Familiarity with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and food safety standards
- Strong attention to detail and quality-focused mindset
- Experience participating in continuous improvement or lean manufacturing initiatives
Responsibilities
- Monitor and ensure product quality and specifications from proofing through baking and packing stages
- Operate and oversee scoring systems and perform manual scoring when required
- Inspect, align, and adjust products on production lines to maintain proper spacing and positioning
- Track and report production performance issues, equipment concerns, and deviations to leadership
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards across production, oven, and packing areas
- Perform ongoing quality checks including weight verification and documentation of line checks
- Support continuous improvement initiatives, standard work adherence, and waste reduction efforts
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Company-paid life insurance and 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
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
