Baking Machine Operator – 1st/2nd Shifts, $37.22/hr

Spherion Staffing, LLC; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Spherion Altoona is hiring a Machine Operator for 1st and 2nd shifts in Altoona, PA. The role is a direct hire with a pay rate of $37.22 per hour and 40 hours per week.

Typical duties include operating mixers, extruders, and scales, recording weights every 15 minutes, tracking ingredients and lot numbers, and assisting with changeovers and setup while maintaining sanitary and safety standards.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in production baking or food processing preferred.
• Basic reading, math, computer, and recordkeeping skills.
• Mechanical aptitude and knowledge of baking processes.

Responsibilities

• Operate mixers, extruders, ingredient scales, and related equipment.
• Record weights every 15 minutes and accurately complete production logs and computer entries.
• Track ingredients, lot numbers, and dough waste.
• Assist with extruder changeovers and authorized equipment setup.
• Clean and sanitize mixers, extruders, tools, and work areas.
• Follow all safety, sanitation, quality, and lockout/tagout procedures.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Recordkeeping

Reading

Math

Computer skills

Baking knowledge

Education

High School

Job description

Spherion Altoona is hiring a Machine Operator for 1st and 2nd shifts in Altoona, PA. The role is a direct hire with a pay rate of $37.22 per hour and 40 hours per week.

Typical duties include operating mixers, extruders, and scales, recording weights every 15 minutes, tracking ingredients and lot numbers, and assisting with changeovers and setup while maintaining sanitary and safety standards.