Operator 3, Bakery/Production Position Available In Lexington, South Carolina

Operator 3, Bakery/Production Aspire Bakeries life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) United States, South Carolina, West Columbia 167 Overland Drive (Show on map) Jun 14, 2025 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
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

Qualifications:

A High School diploma or GED preferred
3 years of manufacturing experience preferred
Equipment and product knowledge
Equipment and product troubleshooting ability

Shift:

1st 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 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. 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.