Bakery Production Operator: Grow Your Career & Craft

Otis Spunkmeyer, LLC; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Bakeries is seeking a Bakery Operator, Production to join our team. You will operate and monitor automated production and packaging lines, ensuring safe, efficient manufacturing of high-quality bakery products.

In this role you will support setup, changeovers, GMP compliance, and production continuity across multiple areas. The shift is 1st, with hours based on operational needs and weekend availability as required by business demands.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to safely operate manufacturing equipment in a fast-paced production environment.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to follow production schedules, recipes, and food safety requirements.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and work around production equipment for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Operate production and packaging equipment to ensure safe, efficient manufacturing of bakery products.
• Monitor product quality, food specifications, and equipment performance throughout production.
• Set up and adjust machinery for start-ups, changeovers, and production runs.
• Maintain GMPs, safety policies, and food safety standards.
• Support preventative maintenance and troubleshoot equipment to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with supervisors to communicate production issues and maintain workflow continuity.
• Provide operational coverage across production areas to support staffing and production requirements.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Stand for long periods

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Automated production equipment

Job description

Aspire Bakeries is seeking a Bakery Operator, Production to join our team. You will operate and monitor automated production and packaging lines, ensuring safe, efficient manufacturing of high-quality bakery products.

In this role you will support setup, changeovers, GMP compliance, and production continuity across multiple areas. The shift is 1st, with hours based on operational needs and weekend availability as required by business demands.