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Job Title: Bakery Associate – Day Shift

Job Description

Join a fast-paced, high-volume bakery production team as a Bakery Associate on the day shift. In this entry-level role, you support the production of baked goods by handling packaging, labeling, staging, and general line work. While it is entry-level, you must bring prior experience in production, food manufacturing, warehouse, or similar environments and feel comfortable working in a bakery-style setting with strict food safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the production of baked goods, including packaging, labeling, and staging finished products for distribution.

• Follow recipes, batch instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and production schedules to ensure consistency, efficiency, and product quality.

• Work with and around bakery equipment such as mixers, ovens, conveyors, and packaging lines in a safe and efficient manner.

• Perform routine quality checks on products to verify proper weight, labeling accuracy, appearance, and overall quality standards.

• Maintain a clean, organized work area by following sanitation procedures, cleaning tasks, and food safety guidelines throughout the shift.

• Load ingredients, materials, and packaging supplies onto production lines and into equipment as needed to keep lines running smoothly.

• Follow all safety protocols, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and company procedures at all times to ensure a safe and compliant operation.

• Work collaboratively with team members and supervisors to meet or exceed daily production goals and targets.

• Support general production duties such as packing, stacking, and moving product as required.

• Adhere to hygiene requirements and cleanliness standards appropriate for a food manufacturing environment.

• Communicate clearly with team members and leads regarding production needs, issues, or quality concerns.

• Demonstrate reliable attendance and a positive, team-oriented attitude while adapting to changing production demands.

Essential Skills

• 6 months to 1 year of experience in production, food manufacturing, warehouse, or a similar environment.

• Comfortable working in fast-paced, high-volume production or bakery settings.

• Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, cleanliness, and hygiene practices.

• Ability to follow instructions, SOPs, recipes, and batch guidelines accurately and consistently.

• Experience with packaging, labeling, sanitation, or general production work.

• Ability to stand for 10–12 hours per shift and perform repetitive tasks safely and efficiently.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and handle materials, ingredients, and packaged products throughout the shift.

• Comfortable working in varying temperature environments, including warm areas near ovens and cooler storage spaces.

• Reliable attendance record with a team-oriented mindset and strong work ethic.

• Strong attention to detail with a focus on product quality, consistency, and correct labeling.

• Ability to work early morning shifts, overtime, and flexible schedules as needed by production demands.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a structured production environment.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to follow verbal and written instructions accurately.

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced production setting.

• Reliable transportation to ensure consistent on-time attendance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in bakery, food production, or manufacturing environments preferred.

• Experience working around or operating basic production equipment such as mixers, ovens, or packaging lines is a plus.

• Familiarity with food safety standards and regulations including GMP, HACCP, cleanliness, and hygiene is strongly preferred.

• Experience with cleaning tasks and sanitation procedures in a food manufacturing or warehouse setting.

• Comfort working under strict sanitation and GMP requirements on a production floor.

• Demonstrated ability to maintain organization and cleanliness in a busy production environment.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable, growth-oriented food manufacturing operation that offers consistent overtime opportunities and a competitive compensation and benefits package. The environment emphasizes long-term career potential, with opportunities to develop your skills, grow into new roles, and build a reliable, steady work history. You work within a culture that values safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement, providing a supportive setting for learning and advancement.

Work Environment

You work in a fast-paced, high-volume bakery production environment on the day shift, primarily on an active production floor with continuous machine and line activity. The role involves constant standing, walking, and repetitive movements throughout a 10–12 hour shift. You are regularly exposed to varying temperatures, including warm areas near ovens and cooler storage spaces. The setting is team-oriented, with a strong focus on safety, product quality, sanitation, and meeting production goals. Work is performed under strict food manufacturing standards, including adherence to GMP, HACCP, and detailed hygiene and cleaning requirements, while operating and working around mixers, ovens, conveyors, and packaging equipment.

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 $18.50 - $18.50/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • 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 Aug 24, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.