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, unloads 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; Mandatory overtime may be required

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED and/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 and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment; $0.50 shift differential