Operator 2, Bakery-Mixing - 2nd 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 Operator 2, Bakery-Mixing - 2nd shift to join our team at our Van Nuys, CA bakery. As a Operator 2, Bakery-Mixing - 2nd shift, you will be accountable for accurately preparing and mixing ingredients according to recipe specifications, ensuring dough achieves required texture and temperature targets. You will support efficient production by monitoring dough flow to downstream equipment, maintaining ingredient inventory, and upholding food‑safety, quality, and sanitation standards.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED preferred
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. and perform physically demanding tasks
- At least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
- Ability to read, write, and accurately complete documentation in English
- Ability to stand for extended periods and work in temperature‑controlled areas
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions consistently
Nice To Haves
- Prior mixing or dough‑handling experience
- Experience in bakery or food‑manufacturing environments
- Understanding of SAP or production data‑entry systems
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Familiarity with GMPs, HACCP, and ingredient‑handling procedures
Responsibilities
- Prepare, scale, and mix ingredients according to recipes, ensuring correct sequencing, time, and temperature
- Monitor dough temperature, texture, and development to meet product specifications
- Maintain ingredient inventory, refrigerated storage standards, and incorporate rework per specification
- Support dough flow by monitoring Rheon Line capacity and communicating adjustments as needed
- Maintain accurate documentation, including mixing records, weights, and SAP data entry
- Ensure clean, organized, and food‑safe mixing, cooler, and ingredient staging areas
- Uphold GMP, HACCP, allergen, and food‑safety requirements and report concerns promptly
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
