Oven Operator (3rd shift)

J&J Snack Foods Corp; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

J&J Snack Foods Corp. is seeking an Oven Operator to set up and operate ovens, ensuring baked and fried products meet precise temperature and time specifications.

The role requires meticulous attention to process controls, record-keeping, and adherence to safety and GMP standards. Responsibilities include pre-op setup, monitoring temperatures, and collaborating with line leads to resolve issues, while maintaining accurate production documentation and supporting team members on the production

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and follow oven and line instructions.
• Ability to monitor temperatures, times, and product specs with accuracy.
• Able to work with limited supervision and maintain focus on tasks.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate ovens to bake and fry products at correct temperatures and times.
• Record temperatures, pressures, and moisture levels as required by specs.
• Complete and file oven/bake time worksheets and production records.
• Ensure products meet specifications and quality standards.
• Address equipment issues or deviations per supervisor instructions.
• Support mixers and depositors as needed and report issues to leadership.

Skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Problem solving

Following instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

As a leader and innovator in the snack food industry for over 50 years, J&J Snack Foods provides branded snack foods to foodservice and retail supermarket outlets across the U.S. Its products include such icons as SUPERPRETZEL, ICEE, and Dippin' Dots along with other key brands like LUIGI'S Real Italian Ice, The Funnel Cake Factory Funnel Cakes, and Hola Churros. J&J also has a strong presence in bakery providing cakes, cookies, and pies to some of the largest grocery and convenience retailers in industry. Our company continues to deliver record sales led by a talented team and a commitment to "Fun Served Here".

POSITION SUMMARY:

Set-up and operation of ovens to ensure product is baked and fried at appropriate temperature and time.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs pre-op start-up procedures to ensure that oven and fryers are clean and ready for use.
• Maintains and records correct temperatures and pressure according to product specifications.
• Completes oven/bake time work sheets and records moisture levels.
• Ensures that product meets specification requirements.
• Addresses equipment issues or product specification deviations per Mixing Supervisor's instructions.
• Contacts Mixing Supervisor for any persistent major problems with the line.
• Makes any adjustments to the line per instructions by an authorized manager or supervisor in the department.
• Updates production records and forwards records to production office.
• Assists Mixers and Depositors to provide relief for breaks and meal periods as needed.
• Employee is responsible for reporting food safety and quality issues to Lead Packer, Supervisor, or Production Manager in his/her respective department.
• Follows J&J Snack Food's Food Safety Plan (FSP), the Safe Quality Food (SQF) Program, the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and the Good Documentation Practices (GDPs).
• Follows all OSHA safety rules and all food safety Prepares dough for use on production line as directed by line lead or shift supervisor.
• Performs all other related work as assigned.

COMPETENCIES:

• To perform this job successfully, the Oven Operator must be self-motivated, able to problem solve, detail-oriented, and able to stay on task.
• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Must be able to work with limited supervision.
• Be able to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Must be able to work with limited supervision.
• Be able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Must understand the operations from mixing to recognize problems that can occur and take quick corrective action.
• Must be knowledgeable in GMPs', HACCP, SOP's, sanitation practices, & Product Trace & Recovery pertaining to the food industry The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and fumes or airborne particles. Dust/particle masks are available for those sensitive to airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Disclaimer: This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement: J&J Snack Foods Corp.is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discriminatory employment actions against, and treatment of, employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, alienage, religion or creed, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition or characteristics, disability or veteran's status, sex offenses, prior record of arrest or conviction, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking and unemployment status.