Operator 3, Bakery- Break Relief- 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 Break Relief to join our team at our Alsip, IL bakery. As a Break Relief, you will be accountable for providing operational support across multiple production functions to ensure uninterrupted workflow, consistent product quality, food safety compliance, and efficient bakery operations. This role is essential in maintaining production continuity while supporting team performance and adherence to company standards.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Minimum one (1) year of manufacturing, production, or transferable work experience.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
- Ability to learn and perform multiple production job functions.
- Knowledge of and ability to follow GMPs, food safety, allergen, food defense, HACCP, and safety requirements.
- Ability to stand, walk, and work on production lines for extended periods, including shifts of 8 hours or more.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or move up to 50 pounds periodically throughout the shift.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in the food manufacturing or bakery industry.
- Experience operating production equipment in a manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of food safety and quality systems.
- Experience following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
Responsibilities
- Provide break relief coverage across multiple production functions to maintain operational efficiency.
- Perform production activities in compliance with food safety, quality, legality, and GMP requirements.
- Complete accurate production, waste, and operational documentation.
- Operate production equipment and workstations safely while following established SOPs.
- Monitor products and processes to ensure compliance with company quality and production standards.
- Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas and equipment.
- Collaborate with supervisors, maintenance, and production team members to support continuous operations.
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
