General Labor, Bakery-Production L7 - 1st Shift

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 passion to their work in manufacturing and support roles. Join our team and grow with a company that values care, ownership, and growth.

Why You’ll Love Working At Aspire Bakeries

• Culture: Collaborative, diverse, and excellence-driven environment where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.
• 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, and performance incentive plans.
• 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: Incentive plans celebrating achievements in sales, bakery performance, and individual contributions.

About The Role

We are seeking a Proofer Operator to join our team at our Swedesboro, NJ bakery. In this role, you will monitor dough quality, ensure process control of the proofer and oven systems, and support consistent product flow through the production line.

Schedule

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

Pay

Hourly Rate: $18

Responsibilities

• Monitor dough units on proofer plates to ensure they meet quality and process specifications.
• Support oven operations by assisting with process control of the proof box and oven.
• Verify dough condition—including batch time and texture—to ensure proper unit development.
• Maintain organized, clean, and sanitary proofer and oven work areas in accordance with GMPs.
• Monitor process line parameters, adjusting and documenting as needed to maintain product standards.
• Track batch container flow to prevent overcapacity and ensure smooth production throughput.
• Communicate issues and observations to production leadership to support safe, efficient operations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate clearly in English.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Ability to identify problems and participate in basic problem solving.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to stand for long periods and work in a production environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in bakery or food manufacturing.
• Familiarity with proofing, dough handling, or oven operations.
• Experience participating in shift meetings or team communications.