Operator 2, Bakery- Packing- 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 an Operator 2, Bakery – Packing (Machine Operator, Subway Packing) to join our team at our Hazleton, PA bakery. As an Operator 2, Bakery – Packing, you will be accountable for operating and monitoring packaging equipment to ensure a continuous flow of production while maintaining food safety, quality, and operational efficiency standards. This role plays a critical part in ensuring finished products are properly packaged, labeled, inspected, and prepared for shipment.
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
- Basic math and timekeeping skills.
- Ability to make logical decisions and follow established procedures.
- Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, twist, and stoop throughout the shift.
- Ability to lift, move, push, or drag up to 50 pounds and frequently carry more than 20 pounds.
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures, noise levels, and production demands.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a food manufacturing or bakery production environment.
- Experience operating packaging or automated production equipment.
- Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
- Familiarity with HACCP and food safety programs.
- Experience training or mentoring team members in a production setting.
Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor packaging equipment to support efficient production and packaging processes.
- Verify product labeling, coding, and metal detector compliance to ensure food safety and quality standards are met.
- Coordinate with production, shipping, maintenance, sanitation, and quality teams to maintain workflow and minimize downtime.
- Perform equipment adjustments, changeovers, start-ups, and shutdown activities to support operational efficiency.
- Troubleshoot equipment alarms and production issues while escalating concerns as needed.
- Maintain accurate production records and complete required documentation in a timely manner.
- Promote a safe, clean, and organized work environment while following GMPs, HACCP requirements, and company policies.
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
- 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
