Divider Machine Operator

Flowers Foods; Modesto (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading producer of packaged bakery goods is seeking a dedicated individual for dough production in Modesto. The role involves operating various machines, ensuring product quality, and complying with safety protocols. Candidates should have relevant production experience and physical stamina to meet job demands. Join us to contribute to a culinary journey where every product is crafted with care.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and medical benefits

401(k) retirement savings plan

Professional growth and leadership training

Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave

Qualifications

• 1+ years production experience preferred.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions in English.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery including dough pump and kneader.
• Maintain cleanliness and follow company policies.
• Ensure compliance with product safety and quality regulations.

Skills

Physical stamina

Understanding of safety procedures

Ability to follow instructions

Job description

Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:FLO) is not just about baking; it's 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 Nature's Own and Wonder to the bold and artisanal flavors of Dave's 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 reflects Honesty & Integrity, Respect & Inclusion, Sustainability, Passion, and Humility. With a commitment to innovation and a recipe for success, Flowers Foods is more than a bakery – it's 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

Operates dough pump/kneader, divider, rounder and overhead proofer, to obtain desired dough piece size and production speed according to standard per product. Position requires demonstration of competency for all on-the-job activities that may have a direct or indirect affect on product safety, legality and/or quality.

Starting rate $22.84

Rising to the Challenge: Position Responsibilities

• Sets up divider
• Ensures proper weight and speed on each variety according to standards.
• Assist in mixing dough.
• Maintains cleanliness of work area.
• Required to daily operate W.T. for as much as two (2) hours per day.
• Practices and complies with all Company policies and procedures including safety and work rules, etc.
• Performs other duties as directed by supervision.
• Ensures compliance with all company policies and procedures (EEO, Sexual Harassment, Safety, Sarbanes Oxley, etc.)
• Performance of other duties which are 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
• Occasionally stoops and bends while assisting in lifting dough module weighing up to 120 lbs.
• Ability to exert necessary force to push or pull wheeled carts weighing (400/500 lbs.) a distance of (150) feet.
• Physical ability to stand a minimum of 8 hours, maximum of 16 hours on a daily basis.
• Ability to cross over 5 steps to get to work site.
• Ability to speak and understand instructions in English
• Ability to read, comprehend and practice necessary safety procedures, signs, etc.
• Must meet/maintain CDC food handling requirements and other governmental and/or customer requirements.
• Ability to wear and use approved, applicable safety equipment, as needed.
  

Knead to Know: Preferred Qualifications

One (1) or more year’s production experience.

No educational prerequisite; however, must have demonstrated ability to read, comprehend and record information applicable to the job.

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent total rewards package. Please reply by 6/21/2025. 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 Yessenia Arambula at [e-mail] or .

About the company

97833 Flowers Foods, headquartered in Thomasville, Georgia, is a producer and marketer of packed bakery food.

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