General Production Operator - $24+/hour

Flowers Baking Co. Newton, LLC; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) Retirement plan

Professional growth & training

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

Flowers Foods, Inc. is seeking a production-focused worker in Lewiston, ME to operate dough processing equipment and support the baking line.

The role requires basic reading/comprehension, ability to follow safety protocols, and physical capability to handle lifting and standing for long shifts. We offer comprehensive benefits, a competitive hourly wage, and opportunities for professional growth within a leading bakery group.

Qualifications

• One or more year of production experience.
• Must be able to read, comprehend and record information.
• Ability to speak and understand English; follow safety instructions.

Responsibilities

• Set up divider and manage dough piece sizing.
• Ensure proper weight/speed per product standards.
• Assist in mixing dough.
• Maintain clean work area and adhere to safety rules.
• Operate dough processing equipment daily as needed.
• Follow company policies including safety and sanitation.

Skills

Production experience

Reading & recording

English proficiency

Education

No educational prerequisites

Job description

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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 reflectsHonesty & 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.

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.

Salary Range- $24.35/hour

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent total rewards package.

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.

Job Segment: Industrial, Compliance, Equipment Operator, Manufacturing, Legal

Flowers Foods' diverse work force of talented, dedicated employees is one of the company's most valuable assets. Flowers Foods provides excellent career opportunities and training in production, management, sales, and other areas. We provide competitive salaries and benefits and a pleasant working environment. Each Flowers bakery and sales company is an independent subsidiary and handles its own hiring through its human resources department. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.