Job Title: Bakery Operator

Job Description

The Bakery Operator is responsible for operating various pieces of equipment in the production and packaging processes. The role involves coordinating a team of Bakery associates to support the production line, and the operator will be trained by a subject matter expert to proficiently run select equipment. Responsibilities include managing weights, settings, packaging quality, speeds, labels, and ingredients, while ensuring compliance with specification sheets. Operators must alert Management of any safety or quality issues, and must not operate unsafe equipment.

Responsibilities

Follow all safety, GMP, and quality policies and regulations.Monitor all areas to ensure product quality and adherence to specifications.Assist with training and cross-training as needed.Provide break rotations and lunches to employees as necessary.Continuously learn all product requirements to ensure proper production.Maintain cleanliness in all areas of responsibility during and after production runs.Monitor finished product quality to eliminate defects and increase throughput.Communicate effectively with Bakery team members and supervisors to resolve challenges and improve efficiencies.Perform routine safety checks to ensure a safe workspace.

Essential Skills

High School Diploma or GEDMust be 18 years or olderProficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding basic EnglishAbility to work overtime and weekends if neededCapability to lift and push/pull up to 50 lbs continuously throughout the dayAbility to stand for 8–12 hours per shiftExperience in performing repetitive tasks such as bending, stooping, twisting, and reachingFamiliarity with environments with varying temperatures and noise levelsMust wear non-slip (oil/water-rated) safety shoesAdherence to PPE and GMP guidelinesMinimum 1 year of experience in a food manufacturing or related environmentFamiliarity with food processing and packaging equipmentHigh mechanical aptitude demonstrated through prior work experienceBasic troubleshooting skillsExperience with GMPs, Food Safety, and Company Safety policiesAbility to work independently and as part of a teamAbility to take direction from managementEffective communication skillsAbility to read and understand machine manuals, SOPs, and production ordersBasic math skillsStrong attention to detail and commitment to quality

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience in the manufacturing industry, especially in food handling and preparationExperience with production, general labor, and warehouse production tasks

Why Work Here?

Opportunities for growth are available once converted to a permanent employee. Join a team where your contributions are valued and where there is room for professional development.

Work Environment

The work environment is a fast-paced manufacturing setting with GMP standards. It can be very hot and loud at times.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sacramento, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Sacramento,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2026.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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