Post Bake Operator

QualiTech; Fort Wayne, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Evolving Solution Services in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Post Bake Operator to support ongoing production of our baking machinery and packaging operations. This role focuses on safe, accurate processing and adherence to quality standards.

The position requires basic math, reading instructions, and effective communication with team members. It is an on-site, hands-on role with multiple shifts and potential overtime based on production needs.

Qualifications

• Must be able to understand and follow direction and pass all Food Safety and Safety courses in English.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent (Required).
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide numbers with decimals.
• Ability to read computer screens and enter data.
• Read and follow work instructions.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers.
• Work independently with self-management.
• Mechanically Inclined.

Responsibilities

• Attend and be on time for all pre-shift production meetings.
• Participation and adherence to all food safety and safety programs.
• Completion of required courses throughout the year.
• Execute the daily production schedule and process orders.
• Ensure packaging materials are correct for each product.
• Ensure packaging information is correct.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and equipment.
• Ensure packages meet weight and count requirements.
• Monitor equipment to verify proper function.
• Record batches, materials used, deviations, and processing parameters accurately.

Skills

Mechanically Inclined

Follow direction

Read and follow instructions

Effective communication

Work independently

Basic math with decimals

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Post Bake Operator

Fort Wayne, IN, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1018

Purpose:

Post Bake Operators are responsible for the ongoing production of the industrial baking machinery and support areas they are assigned to on a day-to-day basis; wrappers/baggers and seal out.

Post Bake Operators are responsible for the packaging of product into the various types of containers to be distributed to our customers that is not only safe to eat but meets all customer and internal specifications.

Job Responsibilities:

• Attend and be on time for all pre-shift production meetings


• Participation and adherence to all food safety and safety programs


• Completion of assigned Alchemy courses that are required throughout the year


• Execute the daily production schedule and process orders in the established sequence


• Ensure that all product is packaged in the correct packaging material


• Ensure that all packaging information is correct


• Ensure that all utensils, equipment, and work area is maintained in a clean and safe manner


• Ensure that packages meet weight and count requirements


• Ensure that equipment is running properly and at its most effective set up


• Accurately and legibly maintain records of batches made, materials used, deviations, and other processing parameters


• Monitor automated equipment to verify it is functioning properly

Follow all:

• Good manufacturing practices (GMP’s)


• Food safety management system policies and procedures


• Sanitation procedures


• Food safety management system policies and procedures to protect the Brand through providing extraordinary value through food safety and product quality


• Safety policies and procedures

Other:

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

Equipment Used:

• Box cutter


• Tape machines


• Hand lifts


• Safety Glasses


• Uniforms, Safety Shoes for Wet Environment are provided


• Basic use of Hand Tools


• Cleaning Chemicals and Foaming Equipment


• Water Hose (Working in a wet environment)

Hours:

• Morning, afternoon, and evening shifts


• Overtime and weekends may be required depending on production load and co-worker attendance

Ellison Core Competencies:

The following Leadership Behaviors are important to the success of the organization.

Customer Focus

Drive for Results

Motivating Others

Integrity & Trust

Peer Relationships

Develops Others

Skills/Work Experience Needed:

• Must be able to understand and follow direction and pass all Food Safety and Safety courses in the English language (Required)


• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent (Required)


• The ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide numbers with decimals


• Ability to read computer screens and enter data


• Read and follow work instructions


• Communicate effectively with co-workers


• Work independently with self-management


• Mechanically Inclined

ADDENDUM TO JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:

Post Bake Operator

• Production area can vary in temperature either be cool or warm depending on the season and possibly humid in the summer months


• Concrete floors are slippery, especially when wet


• Intact senses of sight, with corrective lenses are necessary


• Hearing and vision are required in order to be certain that ingredients are mixed correctly and safely.


• The work environment and physical demands described below may be representative of those required by an employee to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.

Travel on company business

Not required Occasionally Frequently Regularly

Sit

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is

Not required Frequently required

Occasionally required Regularly required

Work at computer

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is

Not required Frequently required

Occasionally required Regularly required

Stand

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is

Not required Frequently required

Occasionally required Regularly required

Walk

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is

Not required Frequently required

Occasionally required Regularly required

Stoop, crouch or kneel

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is

Not required Frequently required

Occasionally required Regularly required

Reach with hands and arms

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is

Not required Frequently required

Occasionally required Regularly required

Climb or balance

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is

Not required Frequently required

Occasionally required Regularly required

Exposure to excessive noise

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is

Not required Frequently required

Occasionally required Regularly required

Lift Weights or Exert Force (check frequency and pounds)

Level of noise typical for the work environment of this job

Quiet (little to no noise level)

Moderate (example: business office with computers and printers, regular office conversation, reception area, etc)

Loud (example: plant environment with equipment, fork lift trucks, etc)