Bakery Oven Operator - Proofer & Bake Specialist

Flowers Baking Co. Newton, LLC; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and medical benef

401(k) retirement plan

Professional growth and leadership

Paid vacation and parental leave

Job summary

Flowers Foods, Inc. in the Savannah area is seeking an oven operator with prior production helper experience. You will set up proofing and baking equipment, monitor dough rising, adjust conditions, and ensure quality and safety standards.

The role requires familiarity with proofer procedures, strong reliability, and adherence to company policies. Benefits include health coverage, a 401(k), training, and paid time off. Work is on-site in a bakery environment.

Qualifications

• One or more years of production experience as a helper and three years minimum as an oven operator.
• Working knowledge of proofer procedures.
• No educational prerequisite; reading, comprehension and recording information for job duties.

Responsibilities

• Prepares proofer by setting humidity and temperature level and proofing time.
• Prepares oven (sets temperature and speed controls).
• Sets up equipment to ensure pan and product flow.
• Checks proofed dough to ensure proper rising and makes adjustments in temperature, humidity and proofing time as needed.
• Monitors operation of proof box and oven and auxiliary equipment for proper bake and proof; corrects malfunctions.
• Follows all company policies and safety/work rules.
• Performs other duties as directed by supervision.
• Ensures compliance with company policies (EEO, harassment, safety, Sarbanes-Oxley).
• Performs other duties including attendance and scheduling requirements.

Skills

Production experience

Proofing procedures

Job description

Flowers Foods, Inc. in the Savannah area is seeking an oven operator with prior production helper experience. You will set up proofing and baking equipment, monitor dough rising, adjust conditions, and ensure quality and safety standards.

The role requires familiarity with proofer procedures, strong reliability, and adherence to company policies. Benefits include health coverage, a 401(k), training, and paid time off. Work is on-site in a bakery environment.