Production Operator II

Aspire Bakeries; Chaska (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that specializes in frozen baked goods, where you'll play a vital role in the production process. As a Production Operator, you'll operate automated machinery, ensuring that food quality meets high standards while maintaining a safe and clean work environment. This position offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Be part of a team that values integrity, creativity, and collaboration, and contribute to the success of a leader in the baking industry.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Company-paid life insurance

Paid parental leave

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement program

Qualifications

• Preferred high school diploma or GED.
• 2 years of manufacturing experience required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and adjust machinery to ensure food specifications.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas and equipment.

Skills

Equipment troubleshooting

Food safety compliance

Quality control

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Automated production equipment

Job description

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 likeLa Brea Bakery,Otis Spunkmeyer, andOakrun 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.

The Production Operatorhas the primary responsibility of contributing to all phases of the team-oriented production process. Included is the operation of automated production and packaging equipment, determining equipment failures and making minor adjustments or contacting appropriate personnel for assistance, and aiding in operator preventative maintenance and hygiene of all related equipment. This position is expected to become fully versed in the entire production and packaging process.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure food meets quality specifications


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  Operate and adjust machinery & equipment to ensure accuracy and proper food specifications

  
  


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  Maintain settings on equipment and ensure supplies are full

  
  


• Maintain appropriate documents/reports


• Ensure work areas, machinery, and equipment are clean, and organized and adhere to applicable safety rules at all times


• Responsible for reporting and taking necessary actions to ensure food safety and prevent food quality problems from occurring; communicating safety, quality, production, maintenance, and hygiene issues to appropriate personnel


• Continuous compliance with Good Manufacturing Processes (GMPs)


• Adhere to production work schedule, running order, and recipes


• Perform other duties as assigned or required

Qualifications:

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  A high school diploma or GED is preferred

  
  


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  2 years of manufacturing experience

  
  


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  Equipment and product knowledge

  
  


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  Equipment and product troubleshooting ability

  
  


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  Must be at least 18 years of age

  
  

Shift:3rd

Hourly Rate:$21.00 - $21.32

Benefits Designed with You in Mind

At Aspire Bakeries, we're committed to supporting your well-being, professional growth, and financial stability. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health & Wellness:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage


• Company-paid life insurance


• Optional voluntary benefits

Work-Life Balance:

• Paid parental leave


• Paid time off and holidays

Financial Security:

• Competitive 401(k) plan with a 100% vested company match


• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Continuous Growth:

• Tuition reimbursement program


• Flexible Spending:


• HSA and FSA options

Performance-Based Rewards:

We value your hard work and dedication. That's why we offer performance-driven incentive programs tailored to your role:

• Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP): Recognizing individual and team achievements.


• Sales Incentive Plan (SIP): Rewarding excellence in sales performance.


• Bakery Incentive Plan (BIP): Focused on achieving bakery-specific performance goals.

At Aspire Bakeries, we believe that when you succeed, we all succeed. Join us and experience benefits that truly work as hard as you do!

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.