General Labor, Bakery-Production 1

Aspire Bakeries creates foods that bring people together, from La Brea Bakery® artisan breads to Otis Spunkmeyer® cookies. We’re looking for hard-working individuals who bring integrity, creativity, and a passion for excellence to our manufacturing and support teams. In return, we offer a workplace culture built on care, ownership, and growth.

Why You’ll Love Working At Aspire Bakeries

• Culture – Collaboration, diversity, and a shared passion for excellence.
• Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-paid life insurance and voluntary options.
• Work-Life Balance – Paid parental leave, generous paid time off, and holidays.
• Financial Security – Competitive retirement plans, short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Growth & Development – Learning and development programs to build skills and advance your career.
• Flexibility & Support – HSA and FSA plans to help manage everyday expenses.
• Recognition & Rewards – Performance incentive plans celebrating achievements in sales, bakery performance, and individual contributions.

About The Role

We are seeking a General Production Worker to join our team at our Van Nuys, CA bakery. You will support the shaping, slicing, alignment, and flow of product through proofer and oven systems to ensure consistent quality, safety, and efficiency throughout the baking process.

Schedule

• Shift: 1st
• Hours: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
• Weekend availability: Required

Pay

Hourly Rate: $19.75 – $21.50

Responsibilities

• Support final forming, slicing, and product alignment to ensure consistent quality and process flow.
• Monitor product movement on proofer plates and oven discharge conveyors to maintain specifications.
• Maintain clean, organized, food-safe oven and proofer work areas.
• Assist Oven Operators in maintaining control of the Proof Box and Oven systems.
• Ensure cutting tools are safe, sharp, and properly disposed of in accordance with GMP requirements.
• Complete accurate data entry and documentation to support quality and production records.
• Identify and report contamination risks, equipment concerns, or safety issues immediately.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to work at a consistent processing pace and follow verbal instructions.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 10 lbs. as needed.
• Ability to work in enclosed, high-temperature, or varying environmental conditions.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and attention to quality and safety.
• Must be reliable, safety-conscious, and able to work harmoniously with peers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in bakery or food-manufacturing environments.
• Experience working with proofer or oven systems.
• Understanding of GMPs, food-safety principles, and Lockout/Tagout awareness.
• Ability to identify quality deviations and take corrective action.