Operator 3, Bakery- Sanitation

About the company

Aspire Bakeries produces breads, cookies, and cakes that are enjoyed by millions of people every day. Its portfolio includes brands such as La Brea Bakery® and Otis Spunkmeyer®, and its teams support manufacturing and customer operations across 13 commercial bakeries in North America. The company emphasizes integrity, creativity, excellence, care, ownership, and professional growth.

Why work here

Team members are offered a collaborative and inclusive culture, health and wellness benefits, paid time off, retirement savings support, learning opportunities, and performance-based recognition. The organization says it values diversity, teamwork, and helping employees develop their careers.

Role overview

The Sanitation Operator at the Brantford, Ontario bakery is responsible for making sure sanitation work is completed safely, accurately, and in line with food safety, quality, and regulatory expectations. The position helps keep the production environment clean, compliant, and ready for daily operations, audits, inspections, and tours.

Shift and schedule

• 12-hour rotating continental shift
• Working hours: 5:45 AM to 6:00 PM, and 5:45 PM to 6:00 AM
• Rotation pattern: 2 weeks on day shifts followed by 2 weeks on night shifts, though the schedule may change

Compensation

The hourly pay range is $28.41 to $29.56.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out sanitation procedures according to SSOPs to support food safety and compliance
• Keep production lines clean through both routine cleaning and more thorough deep-cleaning tasks
• Use sanitation tools and equipment safely, and report problems as soon as they arise
• Work closely with other team members so sanitation tasks are finished properly and on time
• Record sanitation work carefully and consistently
• Spot safety hazards, operational issues, or risks and raise them promptly
• Help prepare the plant for audits, inspections, and site tours

What you need

• High school diploma or GED
• Availability to work rotating continental day and night shifts
• Strong written and spoken English communication skills
• Ability to follow directions and work independently as well as with a team
• Physical capability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform repetitive tasks such as standing, bending, and climbing
• Dependable, punctual, and comfortable in a fast-moving work environment
• Clear criminal background check, or a pardoned record

Preferred background

• Experience in sanitation, cleaning, or food manufacturing settings
• Mechanical aptitude for basic troubleshooting and minor equipment adjustments
• Exposure to sanitation schedules and food safety standards
• Good interpersonal skills in a team-oriented environment
• Comfort working in industrial conditions such as cold, wet, or noisy environments

Benefits and workplace highlights

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-paid life insurance and optional disability coverage
• Paid parental leave, paid time off, and holidays
• Registered retirement plan (RPP) with immediate company match
• Training, learning, and development opportunities
• Performance incentive plans tied to sales, bakery performance, and individual contribution

Equal opportunity and accommodations

The employer welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, including people with disabilities. Workplace accommodations are available on request for any stage of the selection process. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Additional information

This is a sanitation-focused role in a bakery manufacturing environment, and the company expects reliability, teamwork, and a strong commitment to safety and quality.