General Labor, Bakery- Production- 3rd Shift

Otis Spunkmeyer, LLC; Swedesboro (NJ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Life insurance

Disability protection

Learning & development

HSA/FSA

Job summary

Aspire Bakeries is seeking a General Labor, Bakery- Production for its Swedesboro, NJ facility. This role focuses on proper dough and baked product formation, ensuring safe, efficient production, and high sanitation standards on the 3rd shift.

The position offers an hourly pay of $18 with a culture that values care, ownership, and career growth, backed by comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and development programs. Join a team committed to producing top-quality bakery products.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Basic math skills.
• Basic verbal and written English communication skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physically demanding work (lifting up to 50 lbs., with assistance up to 100 lbs.).
• Ability to work in environments with temperature changes, flour dust, and moderate to loud noise levels.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of production areas including proofer, oven, and packing stations to meet GMP and safety standards.
• Monitor production line equipment and notify leadership of any performance issues.
• Identify and report equipment malfunctions or potential mechanical failures promptly.
• Support product quality and food safety standards by identifying and escalating contamination risks or irregularities.
• Follow standard operating procedures, GMPs, and regulatory requirements to ensure compliance and consistency.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives including centerline management, CIL, and root cause analysis activities.
• Conduct routine area walkthroughs to identify defects, reduce waste, and improve operational efficiency.

Skills

Basic math

English communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Physical endurance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

We’re excited to share that Aspire Bakeries, formerly ARYZTA North America, is now owned by Lindsay Goldberg (LG), a private investment firm that manages over $17 billion in assets. LG has ownership interests in many businesses, including other food companies, and has a proven track record of investing in successful ventures through close partnership with each companies’ management.

On a day-to-day basis, little will change with the change in ownership. We will continue to partner with most of North America’s leading restaurants, retailers, and institutions to deliver high quality, delicious foods across the region. What is different is we now have one of the leading investment firms in the world to help us drive our strategy and fuel our growth.

General Labor, Bakery- Production- 3rd Shift

Location: Swedesboro, NJ, US, 08085

08085

Job Type: Bakery Operations

08085

Hungry for a career that’s as rewarding as it is delicious?

We’re looking for hard-working people who will bring integrity, creativity, and a passion for excellence to everything they do - whether that’s on the bakery floor, in the office, or supporting customers. In return, we offer a workplace culture built on care, ownership, and growth - where your contributions matter and your career can rise as high as our bread loaves!

With 13 commercial bakeries across North America and a reputation as an industry leader, Aspire Bakeries is rising together with our people and our customers to be the best all-around bakery solution. If you’re ready to grow with us, we’d love to hear from you

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 General Labor, Bakery- Production to join our team at our Swedesboro, NJ bakery. As a General Labor team member, you will be accountable for ensuring dough and baked products are properly formed according to specifications while supporting safe, efficient production operations and maintaining high standards of quality and sanitation.

Shift & Schedule

• Shift: 3rd Shift

Compensation

Hourly Pay Range: $18

Core Accountabilities (What You’ll be Doing)

Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of production areas including proofer, oven, and packing stations to meet GMP and safety standards

Monitor production line equipment (e.g., flour dusters) and notify leadership of any performance issues

Identify and report equipment malfunctions or potential mechanical failures promptly

Support product quality and food safety standards by identifying and escalating contamination risks or irregularities

Follow standard operating procedures, GMPs, and regulatory requirements to ensure compliance and consistency

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives including centerline management, CIL, and root cause analysis activities

Conduct routine area walkthroughs to identify defects, reduce waste, and improve operational efficiency

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

High School Diploma or GED

Basic math skills

Basic verbal and written English communication skills

Demonstrated problem-solving and reasoning ability

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work in a team environment

Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physically demanding work (lifting up to 50 lbs., with assistance up to 100 lbs.)

Ability to work in environments with temperature changes, flour dust, and moderate to loud noise levels

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

Prior experience in a fast-paced production, manufacturing, or packing environment

Familiarity with GMPs and food safety standards

Experience working with continuous improvement systems (e.g., Lean, CIL, or centerline management)

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.

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, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants.