Operator 2, Bakery-Mixing - 3rd Shift

Inglewood, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Range $20.75 - $22.50

Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid parental leave

Retirement Plan

short-term disability

long-term disability

HSA

FSA

Performance incentives

Job Description

Aspire Bakeries is a leading bakery company that creates beloved baked goods enjoyed by millions across North America. With a portfolio that includes the renowned La Brea Bakery artisan breads and Otis Spunkmeyer cookies, Aspire Bakeries has built a reputation for quality, craftsmanship, and innovation in the baking industry. Operating 13 commercial bakeries, they serve as an industry leader, delivering not only delicious products but also a commitment to teamwork, integrity, and continuous growth. Aspire Bakeries prides itself on cultivating a workplace culture filled with care, ownership, and an encouraging environment where employees can thrive and grow their careers. The company places a strong emphasis on collaboration, diversity, and inclusion, supporting team members to bring their authentic selves to work and empowering them to reach their full potential. Aspire Bakeries also offers comprehensive health and wellness benefits, work-life balance initiatives, financial security programs, and opportunities for career development, making it an employer of choice for those passionate about the baking industry and looking to make an impact.

The role of Mixing Operator II at Aspire Bakeries is an exciting opportunity to be part of the production team at their Van Nuys bakery. This role focuses on accurately preparing and mixing ingredients to meet recipe specifications, ensuring dough quality by monitoring key factors such as texture and temperature. As a crucial part of the dough production process on the Rheon Line, the Mixing Operator II helps maintain efficient and safe operations, supporting downstream processes to deliver high-quality bakery products. This position requires attention to detail, physical stamina to perform demanding tasks like lifting and standing for long periods, and adherence to strict food-safety standards including HACCP, allergen control, and GMP. The role also involves maintaining clean and organized mixing equipment and storage areas, documenting mixing data accurately using systems like SAP, and contributing to the smooth flow of production batches. This position offers a third shift schedule from 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM with required weekend availability and a competitive hourly wage ranging from $20.75 to $22.50. Individuals who thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, have a passion for quality, and want to grow their career within a supportive bakery company will find this role highly rewarding and fulfilling.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred
Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing role
Ability to lift 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks
Ability to follow recipes, read measurements, and verify process controls
Ability to stand for extended periods and work in temperature-controlled environments
Ability to maintain accurate documentation and follow verbal and written instructions

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or GED preferred
Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing role
Ability to lift 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks
Ability to follow recipes, read measurements, and verify process controls
Ability to stand for extended periods and work in temperature-controlled environments
Ability to maintain accurate documentation and follow verbal and written instructions
Experience in mixing, dough handling, or food-manufacturing operations preferred
Familiarity with SAP or production data entry systems preferred
Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
Understanding of dough development and bakery processing equipment preferred

Job Duties

Prepare and mix ingredients according to recipe specifications to ensure dough quality and consistency
Monitor dough temperature, texture, and mix development throughout the mixing process
Maintain accurate ingredient inventory and incorporate rework according to specifications
Support efficient Rheon Line operations by controlling dough flow and batch output
Document mixing data accurately and on time, including SAP entries
Maintain clean, organized mixing equipment, coolers, and ingredient storage areas
Uphold food-safety, HACCP, allergen, and GMP standards while reporting concerns promptly