Bakery Ingredient Prep Operator - 1st Shift

Aspire Bakeries; Swedesboro (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

HSA/FSA

Job summary

Aspire Bakeries is seeking an Operator, Bakery - Ingredient Prep for our Swedesboro, NJ bakery. You will measure, prepare, and label ingredients to support efficient, high-quality mixing operations and ensure food safety across all steps.

Shift: 1st Shift, 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM with weekend availability. Hourly rate: $21. We offer a broad benefits package and opportunities for growth within a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 6 months of general labor experience in manufacturing.
• Ability to document ingredients and mixing data.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Ability to read, write, and communicate clearly in English; ability to use computers.
• Ability to lift and handle ingredients up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and measure ingredients with accuracy to support consistent, high-quality batch production.
• Maintain ingredient traceability in accordance with PCE guidelines and documentation standards.
• Manage ingredient inventory, ensuring proper labeling, rotation, and storage—including refrigerated items.
• Keep prep, wash, cooler, and storage areas clean, organized, and compliant with GMP and food safety standards.
• Collaborate closely with the Lead Mixer, Machine Operator, and production team to support efficient operations.
• Monitor and maintain proper functioning of scaling tools such as weight scales, scanners, and related equipment.
• Complete required documentation accurately and on time to support compliance and batch integrity.

Skills

Basic math

English language

Documentation

Computer literacy

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Aspire Bakeries is seeking an Operator, Bakery - Ingredient Prep for our Swedesboro, NJ bakery. You will measure, prepare, and label ingredients to support efficient, high-quality mixing operations and ensure food safety across all steps.

Shift: 1st Shift, 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM with weekend availability. Hourly rate: $21. We offer a broad benefits package and opportunities for growth within a supportive culture.