Production Operator III

Location

West Columbia, SC, US, 29172

29172

Job Type: Bakery Operations

29172

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 has 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 specificationsOperate and adjust machinery & equipment to ensure accuracy and proper food specificationsMaintain appropriate documents/reports.Ensure work areas, machinery and equipment are clean, and organized and adhere to applicable safety rules at all timesAssemble, set-up, start and stop equipment for start-ups, changeovers and line specific needsContinuous compliance with Good Manufacturing Processes (GMP’s)Adhere to production work schedule, running order, and recipesPerform other duties as assigned or required

Qualifications

A High School diploma or GED preferred3 years of manufacturing experience preferredEquipment and product knowledgeEquipment and product troubleshooting ability

Shift: 1st

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.