Production Operator III

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

Job summary

Aspire Bakeries seeks a Production Operator III responsible for ensuring food quality and operating machinery. Candidates should have at least 3 years of manufacturing experience and a high school diploma. The role supports a range of baked goods production within a reputable baking company. Growth opportunities and a competitive hourly pay rate are offered.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Company-paid life insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement program

Qualifications

• 3 years of manufacturing experience required.
• Food Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food meets quality specifications.
• Operate machinery to maintain production efficiency.
• Adhere to safety rules and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Machinery Operation

Compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

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This range is provided by Aspire Bakeries. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$22.00/hr - $22.00/hr

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.

The Production Operator is responsible for ensuring the food is prepared in accordance with the specifications. Also required to work with the Bakery Team to accomplish production goals and maintain efficiencies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food meets quality specifications
• Operate and adjust machinery & equipment to ensure accuracy and proper food specifications
• Maintain appropriate documents/reports
• Ensure work areas, machinery, and equipment are clean, and organized and adhere to applicable safety rules at all times
• Assemble, set up, start and stop equipment for start-ups, changeovers and line-specific needs
• Continuous compliance with Good Manufacturing Processes (GMP’s)
• Adhere to production work schedule, running order, and recipes
• Perform other duties as assigned or required
• Communicates with supervision and co-workers all information relevant to the manufacturing process.
• Knows all equipment online, can effectively and efficiently work machinery while employees are on break
• Fills in gaps where necessary for absent employees
  
  

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required
• 3 years of manufacturing experience
• Equipment and product knowledge
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Food Manufacturing experience
  
  

Shift: 3rd

Pay Rate: 22.88 per hour

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 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food Production

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