Tech 1, Bakery-Sanitation

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

Job summary

Aspire Bakeries LLC is seeking a Tech 1, Bakery-Sanitation to join our Swedesboro, NJ team. You will maintain a clean, sanitary facility, support food safety, product quality, and operational excellence across production and support areas. Overnight shift with weekend availability and a focus on safety.

The role requires basic math, following instructions, physical stamina, and a strong commitment to sanitation standards. Prior sanitation or production experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Basic math and number handling.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Comfortable standing, walking, bending, and frequent movement during shift.
• Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds or more as needed.
• Commitment to sanitation, food safety, and workplace safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain facility cleanliness per sanitation schedules.
• Sanitize production equipment and line components.
• Manage waste disposal, including trash, cardboard, and compactor use.
• Operate sanitation equipment to support hygiene standards.
• Support readiness for customer visits, inspections, and audits.
• Identify and report contamination risks or safety concerns promptly.
• Promote food safety and product quality across the operation.

Skills

Basic Math

Reading & Writing

Physical Stamina

Safety Awareness

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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

At Aspire Bakeries, we don't just bake breads, cookies, and cakes - we create foods that bring people together. From La Brea Bakery artisan breads to Otis Spunkmeyer cookies, our products are enjoyed by millions of people every day. And behind every bite are talented manufacturing and support teams who take pride in their work and our food.

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 Tech 1, Bakery-Sanitation to join our team at our Swedesboro, NJ bakery. As a Tech 1, Bakery-Sanitation, you will be responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, and audit-ready facility while supporting food safety, product quality, and operational excellence across production and support areas. This role plays a critical part in ensuring a safe working environment and compliance with Aspire Bakeries' sanitation and quality standards.

Shift & Schedule

• Shift Hours: 10:00PM - 6:30AM
• Weekend Availability: Required

Core Accountabilities (What You'll Be Doing)

• Maintain facility cleanliness by cleaning floors, drains, walls, ceilings, and other designated areas according to sanitation schedules.
• Perform sanitation activities on production equipment and line components during scheduled maintenance and cleaning periods.
• Manage waste disposal processes, including trash collection, cardboard removal, and compactor operation.
• Operate and maintain sanitation equipment to support ongoing facility cleanliness and hygiene standards.
• Support facility readiness for customer visits, inspections, and internal or external audits.
• Identify and report potential contamination risks, safety concerns, or suspicious activities to leadership promptly.
• Promote food safety, product quality, workplace safety, and compliance with company sanitation standards.

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Basic reading and writing skills sufficient to comprehend work instructions, correspondence, and workplace documentation.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and perform repetitive physical activities throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move items weighing up to 50 pounds or more on an occasional basis.
• Ability to work safely around moving mechanical equipment and in manufacturing environments.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to sanitation, food safety, and workplace safety standards.

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Previous experience in a food manufacturing, bakery, sanitation, or production environment.
• Bilingual communication skills in English and Spanish.
• Experience operating floor scrubbers, floor washers, vacuums, or other sanitation equipment.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices within a manufacturing environment.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, handle objects, and perform physical sanitation duties throughout the shift.
• Frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and work in various positions while cleaning equipment and facilities.
• Occasionally required to lift and move materials weighing over 50 pounds.
• Must possess the visual ability to adjust focus and safely perform sanitation tasks.

Work Environment

• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts in a manufacturing environment.
• Frequent work at elevated heights and around potentially hazardous areas.
• Occasional exposure to wet or humid conditions, cleaning chemicals, and cold environments.
• Regular exposure to airborne flour dust.
• Moderate noise levels consistent with bakery manufacturing operations.

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