Dough Trough Operator: Fast-Paced Bakery Production

King's Hawaiian Bakery West, Inc; United States; On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

King's Hawaiian Bakery West, Inc in the United States is seeking a Dough Trough Operator to manage the safe handling, transfer, and positioning of dough troughs on the makeup line, while ensuring proper operation of dough hoist systems and related equipment in compliance with GMP and SQF standards.

This role requires executing quality checks using SPC methods, maintaining sanitation, following safety protocols, and collaborating with team members to maintain steady production flow in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year in a food manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial production environment.
• 1 year in GMP or SQF-certified facility preferred.
• Prior exposure to dough or bulk material handling is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Safely maneuver and position heavy dough troughs using proper body mechanics.
• Operate electric dough hoist and ensure sanitation status prior to use.
• Conduct SPC checks on dough weight, temperature, and consistency.
• Assist makeup line equipment with proper dough feed and alignment.
• Load flour sifters and ensure correct labeling; prevent cross‑contamination.
• Maintain LOTO certification during cleaning and maintenance activities.
• Support sanitation and housekeeping per master schedules and GMP guidelines.
• Follow safety protocols and report near misses promptly.

Skills

Safety protocol adherence

Team collaboration

Reading safety protocols

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electric dough hoist

Dough troughs

Flour sifter

Carton formers

Job description

King's Hawaiian Bakery West, Inc in the United States is seeking a Dough Trough Operator to manage the safe handling, transfer, and positioning of dough troughs on the makeup line, while ensuring proper operation of dough hoist systems and related equipment in compliance with GMP and SQF standards.

This role requires executing quality checks using SPC methods, maintaining sanitation, following safety protocols, and collaborating with team members to maintain steady production flow in a