Machine Operator for Food Manufacturing Plant

The machine operator(s) are responsible for the second or third phase of the production process that encompasses the portioning and molding of the product. Job details include but are NOT limited to adjustments of the equipment to ensure proper portion, weight control, shaping quality, alignment of deposit, as well as maintaining accuracy of changeover of recipes and equipment to align with production schedule. Operator(s) will be responsible for sanitation that includes but is NOT limited to daily task sheet as well as master sanitation log.

• Accurate documentation
• Highly motivated in correcting deviations and improving product quality from portioning to deposition
• Maintain and adhere to recipe changes, perform changeovers, and maintain accuracy of product being ran
• Work with maintenance to report any noticeable issues with equipment to ensure product and equipment quality remains strong
• Strong communication skills with baker and line conductor to ensure line effectiveness
• Proper PPE and attire always when on the floor; this includes but is not limited to hairnets, beard nets, safety shoes, employee uniform.
• Adhere to GMP's to and from the production floor; this includes but is not limited to handwashing, sanitizing, no food, gum, candy, tobacco, cough drops on the floor.
• Uphold SQF and Food Safety practices; this includes but is not limited to easily read Lot numbers, organized tooling and equipment, and maintaining an overall clean and organized workspace.
• Report ALL quality and safety concerns to reporting manager or member of management team not limited but including; unknown visitors, pest control, expiration or production quality in question, sanitation, etc.
• Operator(s) are required to rotate positionally within the machine area in order to maintain sound knowledge and understanding of operations, as well as to comply with ergonomic standards. Best Practice is to rotate no more than every 4hrs.

• Good organizational skills
• Must be able to adhere to health and safety regulations
• Ability to meet strict deadlines
• Minimum of 1-year experience in food processing environment preferred
• Minimum of 1-year work experience in bakery or similar preferred
• High school diploma
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Power Point)
• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, bend, climb stairs, and lift up to 55 lbs.
• Ability to operate machinery, multi-task, interpret and follow precise instructions
• Complete tasks promptly and carefully
• Ability to work quickly and cleanly
• Ability to respond to continually changing priorities
• Continuously observe and evaluate operations to identify problems and/or opportunities for improvement
• Comply with FDA, OSHA and all other regulatory agencies while complying with good manufacturing practices
• Must have ability to interpret and follow policies and procedures
• Interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills
• Multi-tasking regularly and efficiently
• Is flexible to assist both in and out of the department to accommodate the development and needs of the overall business.

Bakerly Barn is looking for someone with:

• Strong attention to detail
• Strong communication skills
• Reliability
• Previous machine operating experience is preferred, but not required
• Mechanical aptitude required
• High school diploma or GED
• MS Office skills are a plus!
• This position requires operation of our specific machines that facilitate the flow on our production floor

What can Bakerly Barn offer me?

What a wonderful and important question! Besides the obvious paycheck, Bakerly Barn can offer you:

• A $500-$1,000 sign on bonus
• A merit increase after 60 days on our team
• Two opportunities a year for attendance awards (that's an easy $100 that could be yours!)
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid half hour lunches – though we know you'll miss us; it gives you more time doing whatever you love outside of work!
• You also receive 11 PTO days per year with 2 extra if you marry or have a newborn and 9 paid holidays per year.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance and the company pays for dental and vision coverage for children!
• 401K with match
• Employee referral bonus of up to $500 – you are going to want to tell all your friends about us!
• Life insurance and long-term disability policies paid for by us.
• Game area in breakroom
• Free Bakerly products and 40% discount (Yum!)

Shift Availability:

• Shift 2 - $20/hr - 1pm-9pm (Mon-Fri) - $1000 sign on bonus
• Shift 2 - $20/hr - 2pm-10pm (Mon-Fri) - $1000 sign on bonus
• Shift 3 - $21/hr - 9pm-5am (Sun-Thurs) - $1000 sign on bonus
• Shift 3 - $21/hr - 10pm-6am (Sun-Thurs) - $1000 sign on bonus

If your job search requires a positive environment with team support along with free French pastries, you've just been matched!

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Compensation details: 19-21 Hourly Wage

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