Food & Beverage

Sales Director The Sales Director will passionately lead our organization’s marketing and catering department at Bush River Road and ensure that all guests are wowed and delighted as they enjoy Chick-fil-A products and service in our restaurant and in the community. Key Responsibilities: Innovation & Strategy: Create a long-term and innovative strategy around the marketing and catering department; research and stay current with the resources offered by Chick-fil-A or used at other stores; work with managers to determine what should be implemented and purchased Vision: Ensure the department is always moving forward and working towards the store vision; actively plan and prepare for the store’s future in monthly, quarterly, and annual increments Tracking: Debrief and keep a detailed record of strengths, weaknesses, and areas of opportunities for all catering and marketing events to ensure that adjustments are made and the team is better prepared for the future Sales Strategy: Develop and execute a thoughtful and intentional catering strategy each quarter to achieve set outside/inside sales goals each individual month Food Distribution: Developing and executing a monthly food distribution schedule in conjunction with the Marketing and Catering Manager Sampling: Develop and execute a monthly sampling schedule and inform operational leaders of this schedule Ordering: Ensure campaign materials, coupons, BOGs, and PALS are ordered and inventoried Budget: Work with the Operator to manage and maintain the marketing budget Donation Requests: Manage and handle all requests Mobile Ordering: Promote the mobile app to meet monthly sales goals through usage, delivery, and curbside Spotlight: Manage application and utilize it to create raving fans Events: Host and execute all organization events in restaurant and in community; communicate events with the team in an enthusiastic manner (Spirit Nights, DDDN, Christmas party, etc.) Morale: Keep the team morale high by acting as store cheerleader and driving energy through intentional acts of kindness towards the employees Cow mascot program: Mascot appearances regularly at community events; maintenance and cleanliness of mascots and costumes Cleanliness/Organization: Ensure the marketing and catering areas and materials in the break room, lofts, and office are organized, clean, and tidy; maintain an inventory of all materials School Partnerships: Manage all school relationships and their accounts; work to establish clear systems and standards for sponsorships, donations, PTO sales, etc. Awareness: Pursue, cold call, and visit potential clients in a persistent and genuine manner to convey our services and product options; pursue all schools (local and away) are pursued for catering Remarkable Delivery Experiences: Fresh food, on time, tablecloths, cows, presentation, etc. Operational Preparation: Send out all catering orders the day before to store leadership; prepare all pick up orders and deliveries: box meals, condiments, ice, gallons, etc.; work closely with and assist the operational leaders to ensure they are prepared and adequately staffed to execute the orders Financials: Handle all paperwork and monetary management in a detailed and careful manner and ensure all catering bookkeeping is up to date and accurate; TBC sales don’t exceed 30 days without payment Community Events: Manage store community calendar to maximize catering and brand marketing opportunities Client Communication: Ensuring all guests receive the royal treatment after our delivery: follow up with thank you cards, food distribution, phone calls, etc. after large orders; ensure all large clients are communicated with monthly Systems and Training: Develop clear systems for all catering procedures in accordance with Chick-fil-A standards; train and communicate these systems with all store leaders including guidelines with regular catering partners, purchase orders, TBC sales, condiments to be included with orders, etc. Operational Time: Assist in the store operations 20 hours/week, based on the business needs. Success Factors & Behavioral Characteristics We will know the Sales & Marketing Director is successful when we see: The above responsibilities completed correctly, consistently and in a timely manner Sales goals reached monthly An ambassador who shows a high level of engagement with their contribution to the organization’s vision and results All sales are collected in an accurate and timely manner Deliveries are executed on time, with high food quality, and in a professional manner that accurately reflects the Chick-fil-A culture and hospitality The Sales & Marketing Director should: Professionally represent our business in a remarkable manner out in the field, on the phone, and through all correspondence Intentionally build relationships and enthusiasm with our guests and team through positive interactions and encouraging events Combine critical thinking and practical leadership to create a culture of innovation Be able to listen to customer comments and solve any issues with a genuine and gracious manner and work to recover all guests Enthusiastically and passionately lead our organization’s catering efforts Work a minimum of fifteen scheduled hours per week in the restaurant operations Allocate twenty to twenty five hours per week for catering focused duties Understand the allocated catering and operational hours are subject to change depending on the season and store events REQUIREMENTS Chick-fil-A, Inc., Founder S. Truett Cathy started the business in 1946, when he and his brother, Ben, opened an Atlanta diner known as The Dwarf Grill (later renamed The Dwarf House®). Through the years, that restaurant prospered and led Cathy to further the success of his business. In 1967, Cathy founded and opened the first Chick-fil-A restaurant in Atlanta's Greenbriar Shopping Center. Today, Chick-fil-A has the highest same-store sales and is the largest quick-service chicken restaurant chain in the United States based on annual system-wide sales. Today, Chick-fil-A is America's #1 fast food restaurant.

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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 Bakery 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. Therefore, they must be flexible and adaptable as they may be required to rotate job assignments throughout production and packaging, to monitor both equipment and food according to standards, and to make real-time, accurate decisions that affect order fulfillment and food quality. In addition to quality and compliance, it is the responsibility of the Bakery Operator to contribute to maintaining a safe work environment for themselves, fellow employees, and our customers. Responsibilities: Operate and adjust machinery & equipment to ensure accuracy and proper food specifications 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 (GMPs) Adhere to production work schedule, running order, and recipes Perform other duties as assigned or required Communicates with supervision and co-workers all information relevant to the manufacturing process. Knows all equipment online, can effectively and efficiently work machinery while employees are on break Fills in gaps where necessary for absent employees Qualifications: A high school diploma or GED is preferred 3 years of manufacturing experience preferred Equipment and product knowledge Equipment and product troubleshooting ability Must be at least 18 years of age Shift: 2nd 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 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. Key Accountabilities: The Operator 3, Bakery-Production is responsible for ensuring the food is prepared in accordance with the specifications established by ASPIRE BAKERIES. Also require to work with the Bakery Team to accomplish production goals and maintain efficiencies. 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, organized and adheres 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: · 3 Years Manufacturing Experience · Equipment and product knowledge · Equipment and product troubleshooting ability · Must be at least 18 years of age • Read, Write and Math Skills • Good communication and observational skills · Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and must also adapt to frequent changes that occur on the production line • Position requires ability to act as a member of a highly functioning team Preferred · High School Diploma · Computer skills · Food Manufacturing Experience Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. · Lift/Carry up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance · Navigate up and down stairs · Standing/Walking/Climbing · Twisting/Bending/Stooping · Pushing/Pulling · Handling/Fingering/Feeling · Seeing/Speaking/Hearing · Flexing/Extending/Turning the neck Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. · Ability to work in a hot, cold, wet, frozen, dusty, and loud environment · Frequently works near moving mechanical parts · Ability to work weekends, holidays and overtime as required 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 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. Responsibilities: Understanding of the Food Safety and Quality Objectives and Global Food Safety and Quality Policy. Verifies all applicable Company expectations are met. Ensure that our foods meet Company standards and specifications. Understanding and identification of non-conforming raw materials, semi-finished and finished foods. Report food safety and quality non-conformances and deviations to FSQA Manager. Placing food on hold physically and in SAP for further evaluation. Communicate any human, food or equipment safety concerns to Supervision immediately. Support the Hazard Analysis & Risk-Based Preventive Controls Food Safety Team in the participation of an effective Food Safety plan focused on the elimination of biological, chemical, physical and economically motivated hazards from our foods Conduct sampling, testing, and documentation of the Aspire Bakeries’ Integrated Management System (AIMS), including procedures and records. Understanding and verification of 21 CFR 117 Subpart B Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), Prerequisite and Preventive Control Programs and Critical Control Points (HACCP) Participate in Pre-operational inspections with a cross-functional team. Physical bakery inspections, such as GMP and Hygiene, Food Safety, Foreign material, Glass and Hard Plastics, etc. Complete sensory, physical, and packaging evaluations on finished food and report the results to bakery management Verify finished food case labels are accurate. Basic understanding and verifying of the bakeries QAP. Quality Control Points are being monitored at the prescribed frequency, with the correct method, and documented standard as outline din the QAP or quality procedure. Trained in and follow the Critical to Quality Control Points as identified in AIMS 5.0 Quality Flow Diagram and verification that manufacturing is adhering to monitoring checks. Understanding of the Food Safety Flow Diagram as outlined in AIMS 7.0 HACCP Food Safety and Preventive Control Program and verification that manufacturing is adhering to CCP monitoring checks. Verification of the Manufacturing and visual aids. Basic training and understanding of SPC and QCP checks recorded in MII, including the quality dashboard for those Bakery locations using MII. Trained in and verification of AIMS Net Weight Policy and MAV limits. Verification of lot traceability, how packaging and raw ingredients are coded, coding of finished foods, and recipe verification against the manufacturing specification. Verification and understanding of AIMS Document Control and Record Completion Procedures. Verification and understanding of AIMS Programs (i.e. 8.0 GMP, Hygiene and Personnel Practices Program, 19.0 Allergen Control and Preventive Control Program, 11.0 Nonconformance Program). Understanding and verification of Cross traffic (Raw to RTE) is controlled. Designated walkways are being used as control measures as outlined in Access and Movement of Personnel. Traffic plans and zoning maps are followed by all employees, management, visitors, and contractors. Effective Completion of required AIMS and Alchemy training as outlined in the FSQA Training Curriculum Map and Aspire Bakeries’ Cares Training Calendar. Performs other duties as assigned or required Qualifications: A high school diploma or GED is requries. Some college science courses or experience in the food industry preferred. 2+ years of manufacturing experience in a food safety position. Certified in HARPC (Hazard Analysis and Risk-based Preventive Controls), Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) standard such as BRC or SQF or ability to obtain certification within one year. Equipment and food knowledge and troubleshooting ability. Ability to operate scales, metal detection and imaging devices, ovens and other instrumentation and measuring devices. Proficient computer skills including experience with SAP, MS Outlook & Excel. Internal Auditor Training preferred. Shift: 2nd 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 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. Assists the Production Supervisor in ensuring that manufacturing processes run reliably and efficiently. Responsible for making sure that all work duties within a production environment are coordinated properly and carried out as they should be. Responsibilities: Responsible for recordkeeping of dough weight, dough temps, oven temps, and freezer temp. Maintain log for oven checks throughout the shift, and notes adjustments in comment section of the log. Verify staff on shift arrives on schedule and that all positions are staffed. Provides back-up to any empty position on shift. Assists maintenance with machine assembly to start production for the week. Responsible for all machinery, equipment, and personnel while on shift. Reports directly to Production Supervisor Follows rules and regulations to ensure food safety, quality, and legality. Maintains and establishes effective working relationships Qualifications: A high school diploma or GED is required Three years of manufacturing experience Ability to work in a fast paced environment 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.

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. As a Production Operator II, you will ensure food meets quality specifications by operating and adjusting machinery and equipment. You will maintain equipment settings, ensure supplies are full, and keep accurate documentation. Additionally, you will uphold safety and hygiene standards, report any issues, and comply with Good Manufacturing Processes (GMPs). Responsibilities: Ensure food meets quality specifications Operate and adjust machinery & equipment to ensure accuracy and proper food specifications Maintain settings on equipment and ensure supplies are full Maintain appropriate documents/reports Ensure work areas, machinery and equipment are clean, and organized and adhere to applicable safety rules at all times Responsible for reporting and taking necessary actions to ensure food safety and prevent food quality problems from occurring; communicating safety, quality, production, maintenance, and hygiene issues to appropriate personnel Continuous compliance with Good Manufacturing Processes (GMPs) Adhere to production work schedule, running order, and recipes Perform other duties as assigned or required Qualifications: A high school diploma or GED is preferred 2 years of manufacturing experience Equipment and product knowledge Equipment and product troubleshooting ability Shift: 2nd 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 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 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 Bakery 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. Therefore, they must be flexible and adaptable as they may be required to rotate job assignments throughout production and packaging, to monitor both equipment and food according to standards, and to make real-time, accurate decisions that affect order fulfillment and food quality. In addition to quality and compliance, it is the responsibility of the Bakery Operator to contribute to maintaining a safe work environment for themselves, fellow employees, and our customers. Responsibilities: Operate and adjust machinery & equipment to ensure accuracy and proper food specifications 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 (GMPs) Adhere to production work schedule, running order, and recipes Perform other duties as assigned or required Communicates with supervision and co-workers all information relevant to the manufacturing process. Knows all equipment online, can effectively and efficiently work machinery while employees are on break Fills in gaps where necessary for absent employees Qualifications: A high school diploma or GED is preferred 3 years of manufacturing experience preferred Equipment and product knowledge Equipment and product troubleshooting ability Must be at least 18 years of age 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.

Position Purpose The Director of Engineering Services is accountable for the automation strategy, project management, capital program management, reliability and other related engineering areas in line with business needs. The role will support the bakeries in the management of large and complex capital projects meeting objectives for safety, schedule, budget, maintaining sanitary design of equipment, and with an end result of meeting or exceeding design performance requirements. In addition, the role will provide support to the bakeries to enhance existing equipment reliability as measured by downtime, adherence to production standards, and service response times. This position will also develop and lead execution of the company wide automation strategy. Responsibilities Responsible for developing and leading execution of a bakery equipment automation strategy for the company. Directly responsible for all elements of project management from BOD to commissioning and handover and ensures that all project objectives are met on schedule, safely and within budgetary limits. Project management duties include: Scheduling, budgeting, coordinating project objectives within budgetary limits and reporting status. Vendor and equipment investigation, selection, price negotiation, coordination, and procurement efforts related to projects. CER development and submission, including the development of presentations to facilitate funding approvals. Preparation and review of scope documents, job specifications and drawings. Supervising contractors in the execution of projects and in the commissioning and handover to Operations Facilitates project reviews and stakeholder meetings and provides the necessary reports on project progress and budget status. Utilizes systematic approach for project management and promotes the use of tools for continuous improvement. Works across Regional boundaries and provides support to local Bakery Operations and Maintenance Teams to ensure the timely completion of small budget projects. Manages regional multiyear Capital Program, including plan development and regular reporting on project status, commitments, and spending. Supervises Engineering resources in the execution of project management activities and provides mentoring and development activities for same. Interacts with Business Units and Division Supply Chain teams, along with Corporate Support Services, to share best practices, upgrade common work processes, and provide feedback on vendor and equipment performance and input for continuous improvement. Skills, Experience & Qualifications Experience of 10 years of reliability engineering and project management in food engineering. Experience developing and successfully executing automation projects in high speed manufacturing. Experience leading engineering teams both at the corporate and operations levels. The leadership style and mental agility to move effectively between strategic roles and hands-on execution roles. Successful leadership over a diverse types of capital projects from simple to complex. Ability to manage projects from feasibility thru start up and performance validation. Knowledge of current personnel safety, food safety, environmental and regulatory compliance issues related to manufacturing and in the food industry. Experience applying engineering knowledge cross-functionally to support new food development and commercialization in specialty foods categories. Education, Technical Qualifications, Experience and Competencies Proficiency Level Required Candidates considered for the Director of Engineering Services role at Aspire will have outstanding interpersonal skills and leadership traits. In order to be successful at Aspire, candidates must be highly results-oriented, driven, focused and able to balance multiple priorities and issues in a fast-paced global environment. They will possess an exceptional level of intellectual, professional and interpersonal agility and flexibility, combined with strong analytical and strategic problem solving skills. They will have the ability to collaborate while at the same time having the initiative to drive for results. Of critical importance will be the ability to know when to finish analysis and transition to implementation. The Director of Engineering Services must be a team player with a balanced ego and an approachable style. Candidates will also have a strong affinity and passion for the business and the customers that Aspire serves each and every day. Finally, they must possess exceptional integrity and ethics. Preferred B.S. Engineering (prefer Mechanical, Electrical, or Automation) Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Regularly required to climb, stand or walk for extended periods of time. Use a computer keyboard and monitor more than 25% of total work time. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed outside weather conditions, wet and/or humid conditions, and extreme cold. The noise level in the work environment is often moderate to loud. Ability to work different shifts and weekends on occasion. The role could involve 50-75% travel depending on projects.

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. As a Production Operator II, you will ensure food meets quality specifications by operating and adjusting machinery and equipment. You will maintain equipment settings, ensure supplies are full, and keep accurate documentation. Additionally, you will uphold safety and hygiene standards, report any issues, and comply with Good Manufacturing Processes (GMPs). Responsibilities: Ensure food meets quality specifications Operate and adjust machinery & equipment to ensure accuracy and proper food specifications Maintain settings on equipment and ensure supplies are full Maintain appropriate documents/reports Ensure work areas, machinery and equipment are clean, and organized and adhere to applicable safety rules at all times Responsible for reporting and taking necessary actions to ensure food safety and prevent food quality problems from occurring; communicating safety, quality, production, maintenance, and hygiene issues to appropriate personnel Continuous compliance with Good Manufacturing Processes (GMPs) Adhere to production work schedule, running order, and recipes Perform other duties as assigned or required Qualifications: A high school diploma or GED is preferred 2 years of manufacturing experience Equipment and product knowledge Equipment and product troubleshooting ability Shift: 2nd 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 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.