Bakery Processing Operator

The Bakery Processing Operator, under general supervision, is responsible for the safe, efficient and continuous operation of processing/baking machinery.

Responsibilities

Operates the processing/baking equipment to produce product within guidelines established by Quality Assurance and to the highest possible standard of quality; Properly mixes ingredients; monitors correct temperature/moisture and makes adjustments accordingly; monitors product and removes any product that is improperly formed or overlapped; Operates and shuts down equipment in the processing/bakery area in accordance with established procedures to include change overs and preventative maintenance; Communicates and/or escalates quality issues to appropriate team members; Reads and understands batch sheets including following recipes and accurate weighing of raw materials; Monitors and logs current temperatures, mix times item numbers and raw material weights (piece weights of extruded product) and make adjustments accordingly; Monitors for possible foreign matter; Follows sanitation procedures for clean ups and change overs, including chemical handling; Tracks and disposes of waste accordingly; Moves raw ingredients using material handling equipment including but not limited to forklift and/or pallet jack; Maintains proper raw material levels at all times, unload raw materials trailer, and keeps appropriate personnel updated in raw material needs; If applicable, monitors correct seasoning coverage amount and makes adjustments accordingly; Practices and adheres to appropriate safety and hygiene guidelines/procedures for safe housekeeping/5S and personal protection; keeps work area clean; stores supplies in designated areas; keeps work area aisles/exits clear and free from obstructions; removes trash from work area floor; follows instructions for safe lifting/carrying of various sizes, shapes, and weights of objects; identifies/reports defective equipment; reports all job-related injuries to supervision; Mandatory overtime may be required; May perform other duties as required

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED; or 1 year of production experience in a manufacturing environment; Attention to detail; Mechanical ability; Ability to multi-task; Good written and verbal communication skills; Must be comfortable communicating to team members and leadership staff

Nice to have

CPT (Certified Production Technician) certification

Benefits

Competitive health; Dental; 401k; Wellness benefits; Benefits beginning on first day of employment