Production Associate

Grupo Bimbo; Reading (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

Bimbo Bakeries USA seeks a Production Associate to join our bakery team. You will operate equipment, package products, and help ensure quality for customers. Minimum age 18, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and capability to stand for long periods are required. Shifts vary and include nights and weekends; training is provided.

We offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plan, with opportunities for development in a safe, inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to work in a warm bakery environment.
• Effective communication in English.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate bakery equipment and packaging lines.
• Inspect products and remove those not meeting specs.
• Help with cleaning and housekeeping in line with GMP.
• Complete required training and audits.

Skills

English communication

Stamina & strength

Attention to detail

Team player

Job description

Have you ever enjoyed Arnold®, Brownberry® or Oroweat® bread? A Thomas’® English muffin or bagel? Or perhaps snacked on a Sara Lee®, Entenmann’s® or Marinela® cake or donut? If the answer is yes, then you know Bimbo Bakeries USA!

More than 20,000 associates in bakeries, sales centers, offices and on sales routes work to ensure our consumers have the freshest products at every meal. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we provide a safe and inclusive work environment that appreciates diversity, promotes development and allows our associates to be their authentic selves.

Production Associate

Top Reasons to Apply!

• Great starting pay! $21.58/ hour.
• Shift varies: Must be available to work all shifts 1st Shift (morning), 2nd Shift (afternoon) and 3rd Shift (night/overnight). Schedule varies based on training and bakery needs.Must be willing to work rotating weekends and holidays.
• Competitive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement Plan.

What you will be doing:

• A Production Associate is an entry level role in our bakery and a valuable member of the production team focused on safely and consistently producing the highest quality product possible for customers.
• Perform various duties including, but not limited to; safe operation of high-powered machinery, packaging products, mixing ingredients, and moving and/or stacking materials and equipment used in the production of fresh baked products.
• Examine and reject products that do not meet specification; observe, maintain, and address issues to prevent and reduce waste.
• Participate and successfully complete all Company approved and required training, audits, etc.
• Maintain Good Manufacturing Practices, food safety, and Superior quality standards.

What we need from you:

• At least 18 years of age.
• 1-3 Years of prior manufacturing experience; food manufacturing is a plus.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, stack, and/or carry pans, ingredient containers, etc.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Comfortable in a warm working environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to work Nights, Weekends & Holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans.

The physical and mental demands described in each job posting are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of each job. Reasonable accommodations may be requested to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of each job.

Bimbo Bakeries USA is an equal opportunity employer with a policy that provides equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, any other classification protected by law.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties +and civil liability.