Cake Line Production Operator IV - 1st Shift

Flowers; Oxford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in the United Kingdom is seeking a Production Operator IV to operate automated production equipment and ensure efficient production flow. Successful candidates will demonstrate teamwork skills and adhere to safety protocols. Offering competitive pay at $29.43/hr and a range of benefits including health and retirement plans.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and medical benefits

401(k) Retirement savings plan

Professional growth and leadership training

Paid vacation holidays and parental leave

Qualifications

• Two or more years of related experience.
• Demonstrated competency for on-the-job activities affecting product safety.
• Completion of a technical certification course required.

Responsibilities

• Operate automated production equipment and assist in maintenance.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Machine operation

Data input

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Technical certification course

Job description

FRESH. FORWARD. FLOWERS.

Flowers Foods Inc. (NYSE : FLO) is not just about baking; its about crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite. With 2024 sales of $5.1 billion and as one of the leading producers of packaged bakery goods in the United States Flowers Foods brings passion to the table. From the wholesome goodness of Natures Own and Wonder to the bold and artisanal flavors of Daves Killer Bread the rustic goodness of Canyon Bakehouse and the sweet delights of Tastykake each product is a celebration of taste and quality. Beyond the oven Flowers Foods fosters a culture that values and reflectsHonesty & Integrity Respect & Inclusion Sustainability Passion and a commitment to innovation and a recipe for success Flowers Foods is more than a bakery its a delightful journey into the heart of flavor and community.

Full-time employees are offered the following benefits :

• Comprehensive health and medical benefits
• 401(k) Retirement savings plan
• Professional growth and leadership training
• Paid vacation holidays and parental leave

Benefits may vary depending on your work location.

Bringing Home the Dough

The production operator IV is capable of contributing to assigned area of the team-oriented production process. Included is the operation of automated production equipment primary diagnosis of machinery failures aiding in preventative maintenance and sanitation of all related equipment.

In addition it is the responsibility of the production operator IV to contribute to maintaining a safe work environment for themselves and their fellow technicians.

Position requires the ability to master the use of Enterprise software including data input that impacts production and financial systems data retrieval reporting and other functions as instructed.

Position requires demonstration of competency for all on-the-job activities that may have a direct or indirect effect on product safety legality and / or quality.

Position requires ability to act as a member of a highly functioning team.

Rising to the Challenge : Position Responsibilities

• Check and adhere to production work schedule for job assignments and work reporting times
• Maintain cleanliness of work area at all times while on duty
• May be assigned to operate facility metal detector(s); must be fully trained and certified
• Comply with work rules safety rules and GMPs
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures (EEO Sexual Harassment Safety Sarbanes Oxley etc.)
• Perform other duties deemed by management to be an integral part of the job including but not limited to fulfillment of work schedules adherence to attendance policies and other applicable operating rules policies and procedures

When job assignment is :

Mixer

• Ensure proper preparation of doughs according to formula and scheduled standards.
• Ensure consistency on all doughs by proper scaling and time and temperature control according to production standards.
• Maintain schedule by getting dough mixed efficiently and to dividers on time in order to maintain production flow.
• Maintain record of temperature of dough mixing times and other required data.

When job assignment is :

Vacation Relief

• Provide break and vacation relief for every production position on assigned shift.
• Requires in depth knowledge of each position within bakery.

When job assignment is :

Wrap Utility

Provide break and / or meal relief for every wrap operator on assigned shift. Duration of each assignment will vary according to operational needs but will generally not exceed 20 minutes.

Knead to Know : Preferred Qualifications

Two (2) or more years of related experience.

Additional Ingredients : Essential Job Requirements

High School diploma or equivalency plus successful completion of a technical certification course (i.e. HVAC auto maintenance / repair etc). Equivalent military training other related technical training or successful completion of at least 45 college credit hours may be substituted for technical training. A technical certification course may include the completion of the AIB Science of Baking course.

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent total rewards package. Pay $29.43 / hr. Please reply by 9 / 26 / 2025. Interested job seekers who successfully complete the series of pre-screening questions and who appear to possess the basic qualifications for this position may be contacted for a telephone interview.

EEO Statement

Flowers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Flowers encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin age veteran status disability status or people of any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The job description above outlines the general nature and level of work expected from employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications for this position. Equivalent combination of education experience and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.

If you need assistance with submitting your resume due to a medical condition or disability please send an e-mail to Katelin Rumbold at or.

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Part-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1