Bakery Oven Operator I - Growth & Benefits

Maker's Pride; Michigan City (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

health/dental/vision insurance

flex spending accounts

short & long-term disability

paid holidays and vacation

bonus opportunities

Job summary

Maker's Pride in Michigan City, IN is seeking a Baker to ensure products coming from the oven are properly baked and meet specifications. You will inform the mixing supervisor of any product not meeting standards and keep the work area clean and organized.

The role requires reading rulers and scales, making weight adjustments, and assisting with changeovers. Responsibilities include setting up ovens, monitoring output, performing quality checks, and coordinating with other shifts.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Good eye/hand coordination and manual dexterity.
• Basic math and reading skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to measure and read scales/thermometers.
• Ability to read and follow detailed instructions.
• Knowledge of mixing department positions is a plus.
• Ability to recognize problems and take immediate action.

Responsibilities

• Check production schedule for products being run on assigned oven(s).
• Set up the oven for the item being produced per procedures.
• Obtain the correct product color sample.
• Make raw dough weight adjustments as needed.
• Assist the machine operator at start-up and/or product changeovers.
• Record product check information on required forms at prescribed times.
• Read rulers, scales, and temperature control units.
• Perform oven adjustments to produce a quality product.
• Help maintain oven condition (ignition wires, burners cleaning).
• Inspect oven band seam and overall oven condition daily.
• Monitor product coming out of the oven and report issues.
• Communicate instructions/problems to other shift operators.
• Perform quality tests to ensure product meets specifications.
• Relieve other bakers for breaks; shut down ovens when not needed.
• Assist with icing toppers, glaze units, oilers and seasoners; maintain toppers.
• Set up and maintain fig cutter equipment and adjust speeds.
• Clean equipment; sweep/mop floors as required.
• Follow GMPs and safety/environmental regulations.

Skills

Eye-hand coordination

Manual dexterity

Basic math & reading

Work with minimal supervision

Read measuring tools

Read and follow instructions

Mixing department knowledge

Problem recognition & action

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Maker's Pride in Michigan City, IN is seeking a Baker to ensure products coming from the oven are properly baked and meet specifications. You will inform the mixing supervisor of any product not meeting standards and keep the work area clean and organized.

The role requires reading rulers and scales, making weight adjustments, and assisting with changeovers. Responsibilities include setting up ovens, monitoring output, performing quality checks, and coordinating with other shifts.