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 formed according to specifications while supporting safe, efficient production operations and maintaining high standards of quality and sanitation.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Basic math skills
- Basic verbal and written English communication skills
- Demonstrated problem-solving and reasoning ability
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work in a team environment
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physically demanding work (lifting up to 50 lbs., with assistance up to 100 lbs.)
- Ability to work in environments with temperature changes, flour dust, and moderate to loud noise levels
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in a fast-paced production, manufacturing, or packing environment
- Familiarity with GMPs and food safety standards
- Experience working with continuous improvement systems (e.g., Lean, CIL, or centerline management)
Responsibilities
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of production areas including proofer, oven, and packing stations to meet GMP and safety standards
- Monitor production line equipment (e.g., flour dusters) and notify leadership of any performance issues
- Identify and report equipment malfunctions or potential mechanical failures promptly
- Support product quality and food safety standards by identifying and escalating contamination risks or irregularities
- Follow standard operating procedures, GMPs, and regulatory requirements to ensure compliance and consistency
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives including centerline management, CIL, and root cause analysis activities
- Conduct routine area walkthroughs to identify defects, reduce waste, and improve operational efficiency
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Company-paid life insurance
- Additional voluntary life insurance options
- Paid parental leave
- Generous paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Competitive retirement plans
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- 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
