Operator 2, Bakery-Mixing - 1st Shift 1

Aspire Bakeries is a North American baking company with a leadership position in specialty frozen baked goods. Formed from leading bakery companies, its innovative food portfolio includes breads, artisan breads, buns, cookies, donuts, muffins and pastries from beloved brands like La Brea Bakery®, Otis Spunkmeyer®, and Oakrun Farm Bakery®. With 13 bakeries in North America, we are committed to driving innovation, predicting upcoming consumer trends and flavors, and exceeding our customers’ expectations. Aspire Bakeries champions the values of Integrity, Ownership, Customer Focus, Creativity and Care to help us deliver on People Safety, Food Safety, Quality and Collaboration. Why You’ll Love Working At Aspire Bakeries Culture – Our culture thrives on collaboration, diversity, and a shared passion for excellence. We support team members, empower growth, and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-paid life insurance and additional voluntary options to fit your needs.Work-Life Balance – Paid parental leave, generous paid time off, and holidays so you can recharge and spend time on what matters most.Financial Security – Competitive retirement plans, plus short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.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. About The Role We are seeking a Mixer and Ingredient Preparer to join our team at our Van Nuys, CA bakery. As a Mixer and Ingredient Preparer, you will be accountable for accurately scaling, preparing, and mixing ingredients according to recipe specifications to ensure consistent dough quality, food safety, and production efficiency. Shift & Schedule Shift: 1stHours: 6:00AM – 2:30PMWeekend Availability: Required Compensation Hourly Rate: $20.75 – $22.55 Core Accountabilities (What You’ll Be Doing) Prepare and scale ingredients accurately according to approved recipes and specificationsOperate and monitor mixing processes to achieve required time, temperature, and dough characteristicsVerify dough texture and consistency to ensure targeted quality standards are metMonitor Rheon Line capacity to ensure dough mixes align with production limitsMaintain ingredient inventory control, including proper storage and cooler organizationDocument mixing data accurately and maintain clean, sanitized mixing equipment and work areasSupport food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance by maintaining a clean workspace and reporting potential contamination or safety concerns Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring To The Table) High school diploma or general education degree (GED)Ability to accurately follow recipes, procedures, and food safety requirementsAbility to lift and dump 50‑lb. flour bags for short periods of timeAbility to pull wheeled dough bowls weighing approximately 1,000 lbs.Ability to work in a production environment with temperature controls and sanitation requirementsStrong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety standards Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients For Success) Experience in food manufacturing, baking, or mixing operationsFamiliarity with dough mixing equipment or Rheon LinesExperience documenting production or mixing dataKnowledge of food safety, GMPs, and sanitation practices Aspire Bakeries LLC values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. The final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to location, shift, education, skill, and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed in this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates that exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements. Aspire Bakeries is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.