Bakery Packager

Hugos Family Marketplace; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Employee discount

Time & Half Holiday Pay

Job summary

Hugo's Central Bakery in Grand Forks is seeking a Bakery Packager to ensure bread and bun products are packaged efficiently and safely. You will report to the packaging lead, help with labeling and inventory rotation, and keep the area clean at shift end.

Entry-level role with on-the-job training, focusing on product quality, proper sealing, and adherence to sanitation standards in a fast-paced bakery environment.

Qualifications

• No formal diploma required if reliable and willing to learn.
• High school level education or equivalent preferred.
• On-the-job training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Package bread and bun products in the bakery.
• Report to the packaging lead and follow instructions.
• Monitor quality, freshness, and proper sealing.
• Follow food safety protocols and maintain hygiene.
• Perform end-of-shift cleaning and organize the work area.
• Assist with inventory rotation and labeling procedures.
• Collaborate with team to meet packaging goals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Food safety awareness

Hand-eye coordination

Organization

Follow instructions

Teamwork

Reliability & punctuality

Stamina to stand and lift

Education

High school diploma or GED

On-the-job training provided

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: Central Bakery - Store #30 - 13th Ave N - Grand Forks, ND 58203
• Position Type: Full Time or Part Time
• Education Level: High School
• Travel Percentage: None
• Job Shift: Day

Job Purpose

The Bakery Packager at Hugo's Central Bakery is responsible for ensuring that all bread and bun-related products are packaged efficiently and in accordance with food safety standards. The role involves maintaining product quality, ensuring freshness, and sealing products to meet company standards. The packager will report directly to the packaging lead and contribute to the overall cleanliness and organization of the bakery at the end of each shift.

Key Responsibilities

• Package all bread and bun-related products in the bakery.
• Report to the packaging lead and follow their guidance and instructions.
• Monitor product quality to ensure all items are fresh, appealing, and properly sealed.
• Follow food safety protocols to maintain high standards of hygiene and sanitation.
• Perform cleaning duties at the end of each shift to maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Assist in maintaining inventory rotation and labeling procedures.
• Work collaboratively with team members to achieve packaging goals.
• Stand for long periods and lift as required to fulfill packaging duties.
• Exhibit reliability and punctuality to ensure smooth operations within the bakery.

Benefits

• Full Time - Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 401k, Paid Time Off, and Holiday Pay.
• Full Time and Part Time - Employee Discount and Time & Half Holiday Pay.

Qualifications

Required Education:

• On-the-job training is standard and provided.
• Will accept no formal diploma if you have reliability and willingness to learn.

Preferred Education:

• High school diploma or GED.

Required Experience:

• Entry-level position — no prior bakery experience required.

Preferred Experience:

• Previous experience in retail, food service, grocery, or stocking.
• Experience handling food products or working in a fast-paced environment preferred.
• Familiarity with basic sanitation and food safety practices helpful.
• Willingness to learn packaging procedures, labeling, and inventory rotation.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Attention to detail.
• Time management and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic food safety and sanitation awareness.
• Hand-eye coordination.
• Organization and cleanliness.
• Ability to follow instructions and standard procedures.
• Teamwork and communication.
• Reliability and punctuality.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift.