Operator 2, Bakery-Mixing - 1st Shift

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.

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 Mixer and Ingredient Preparer to join our team at our Van Nuys, CA bakery. As a Mixer and Ingredient Preparer, you will be accountable for accurately scaling, preparing, and mixing ingredients according to recipe specifications to ensure consistent dough quality, food safety, and production efficiency.

Shift & Schedule

• Shift: 1st
• Hours: 6:00AM – 2:30PM
• Weekend Availability: Required
  
  

Compensation

• Hourly Rate: $20.75 – $22.55
  
  

Core Accountabilities (What You’ll Be Doing)

• Prepare and scale ingredients accurately according to approved recipes and specifications
• Operate and monitor mixing processes to achieve required time, temperature, and dough characteristics
• Verify dough texture and consistency to ensure targeted quality standards are met
• Monitor Rheon Line capacity to ensure dough mixes align with production limits
• Maintain ingredient inventory control, including proper storage and cooler organization
• Document mixing data accurately and maintain clean, sanitized mixing equipment and work areas
• Support food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance by maintaining a clean workspace and reporting potential contamination or safety concerns
  
  

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring To The Table)

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Ability to accurately follow recipes, procedures, and food safety requirements
• Ability to lift and dump 50‑lb. flour bags for short periods of time
• Ability to pull wheeled dough bowls weighing approximately 1,000 lbs.
• Ability to work in a production environment with temperature controls and sanitation requirements
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety standards
  
  

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients For Success)

• Experience in food manufacturing, baking, or mixing operations
• Familiarity with dough mixing equipment or Rheon Lines
• Experience documenting production or mixing data
• Knowledge of food safety, GMPs, and sanitation practices
  
  

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.

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.