General Labor, Bakery- Production - 1st Shift

About the role

We are seeking a General Labor, Bakery-Production team member to join our team at our Swedesboro, NJ bakery. In this role, you will support consistent, safe, and high-quality food production by monitoring automated systems, verifying product quality, maintaining sanitation standards, and communicating adjustments needed to ensure compliant and efficient manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor automated production systems and key process parameters to ensure consistent, high-quality output
• Inspect products throughout the line to verify quality, spacing, alignment, and weight specifications
• Communicate process deviations, equipment concerns, or quality issues promptly to line leadership
• Maintain sanitation, food safety, and GMP standards across assigned production areas
• Support efficient material flow and equipment performance across proofing, baking, and cooling operations
• Contribute to continuous improvement through AOE practices, Centerline, CIL, and root cause analysis participation
• Uphold a safe, organized, and compliant work environment at all times

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify quality or process deviations
• Basic mechanical awareness and ability to report equipment issues
• Effective communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
• Able to follow GMPs, food safety, and safety procedures
• Reliable attendance and ability to work 2nd shift

Qualifications

• Prior experience in bakery or food manufacturing operations
• Experience working with automated or continuous production lines
• Familiarity with proofing, baking, cooling, or weighing processes
• Experience participating in continuous improvement or lean manufacturing activities
• Able to train or support others using standard work procedures

Skills

• Attention to detail
• Communication skills
• Equipment operation
• Food safety
• Quality control

Benefits

• Culture – Collaboration, diversity, and shared passion for excellence
• Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-paid life insurance and additional voluntary options
• Work-Life Balance – Paid parental leave, generous paid time off, and holidays
• Financial Security – Competitive retirement plans, plus short- and long-term disability coverage
• Growth & Development – Opportunities to build skills, grow your career, and develop expertise through Aspire Bakeries’ learning and development programs
• Flexibility & Support – HSA and FSA plans to help you manage everyday expenses
• Recognition & Rewards – Performance incentive plans that celebrate achievements across sales, bakery performance, and individual contributions

Pay

$18.00 – $19.25 per hour

Schedule

Shift: 1st
Hours: 6AM - 2:30PM
Weekend Availability: Required