Operator 3, Bakery- Logistics
- Brantford, ON, N3S 7X6, Canada
Hourly Rate: $30.88 plus applicable premiums
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Job details
- Pay
- Hourly Rate: $30.88 plus applicable premiums
- Experience
- Minimum 2-3 years of forklift operating experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Hungry for a career that’s as rewarding as it is delicious?
At Aspire Bakeries, we don’t just bake breads, cookies, and cakes - we create foods that bring people together. From La Brea Bakery® artisan breads to Otis Spunkmeyer® cookies, our products are enjoyed by millions of people every day. And behind every bite are talented manufacturing and support teams who take pride in their work and our food.
We’re looking for hard-working people who will bring integrity, creativity, and a passion for excellence to everything they do - whether that’s on the bakery floor, in the office, or supporting customers. In return, we offer a workplace culture built on care, ownership, and growth - where your contributions matter and your career can rise as high as our bread loaves!
With 13 commercial bakeries across North America and a reputation as an industry leader, Aspire Bakeries is rising together with our people and our customers to be the best all-around bakery solution. If you’re ready to grow with us, we’d love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working At Aspire Bakeries
- Culture – Our culture thrives on collaboration, diversity, and a shared passion for excellence. We support team members, empower growth, and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.
- Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-paid life insurance and additional voluntary options to fit your needs, including disability coverage.
- Work-Life Balance – Paid parental leave, generous paid time off, and holidays so you can recharge and spend time on what matters most.
- Retirement Savings – A competitive registered retirement plan (RPP) with immediate company match.
- Growth & Development – Opportunities to build skills, grow your career, and develop expertise through Aspire Bakeries’ learning and development programs.
- Recognition & Rewards – Performance incentive plans that celebrate achievements across sales, bakery performance, and individual contributions.
About the Role
We are seeking a Logistics Operator to join our team at our Brantford, Ontario bakery. As a Logistics Operator, you will be accountable for the safe and efficient movement of raw materials and finished goods throughout the facility, ensuring uninterrupted production flow, inventory accuracy, and timely shipping and receiving operations. This role plays a critical part in supporting operational excellence, food safety, and customer fulfillment.
This role requires you to be onsite in Brantford, Ontario, working a 12-hour rotating continental schedule (biweekly days and nights), providing hands-on support to production and logistics operations.
Compensation
- Hourly Rate: $30.88 plus applicable premiums
Core Accountabilities (What You'll Be Doing)
- Operate powered industrial equipment to safely move raw materials and finished goods throughout the facility.
- Support production operations by supplying materials to production and picking lines.
- Execute shipping and receiving processes to ensure accurate and timely product movement.
- Maintain inventory accuracy through proper documentation and system transactions.
- Adhere to GMP, food safety, quality, and workplace safety standards.
- Collaborate with supervisors, leads, and team members to prioritize work and resolve operational issues.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse and production environment.
Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)
- High School Diploma or G.E.D.
- Minimum 2-3 years of forklift operating experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
- Valid forklift operator certification for Counterbalance, Walkie, Raymond, and High Reach equipment from a recognized training provider.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Ability to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical activities including standing, walking, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and stooping.
- Ability to successfully complete a criminal background check or have received a pardon.
Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)
- Experience working in food manufacturing or other regulated production environments.
- Mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and perform minor equipment adjustments.
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
- Experience supporting inventory control and warehouse operations.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
We thank each applicant for taking the time and effort to submit a resume; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Logistics Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of raw materials and finished goods throughout the facility. This role ensures inventory accuracy, supports production flow, and manages shipping and receiving operations while adhering to food safety and quality standards.
Requirements
Candidates must have a high school diploma or G.E.D. and at least 2-3 years of forklift operating experience with valid certifications. The role requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work a 12-hour rotating continental shift schedule.
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Counterbalance forklift
- Walkie forklift
- Raymond forklift
- High reach equipment
- Inventory control
- Shipping and receiving
- Warehouse operations
- Food safety
- GMP compliance
- Mechanical aptitude
- Troubleshooting
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Continuous improvement
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Company-paid life insurance
- Disability coverage
- Paid parental leave
- Paid time off
- Holidays
- Registered retirement plan
- Performance incentive plans
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Logistics
- Manufacturing
- Food & Beverage
- Trades
Keywords
- Logistics
- Forklift
- Warehouse
- Manufacturing
- Food safety
- GMP
- Inventory management
- Shipping
- Receiving
- Counterbalance
- Walkie
- Raymond
- High reach
- Production support
- Quality standards
- Mechanical aptitude
- Continuous improvement
- Continental schedule