Production Line Operator - Quality & Efficiency Focus

Crown Bakeries; Norcross (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Crown Bakeries is hiring a Production Associate in Norcross, GA to oversee and perform tasks ensuring high quality product that meets customer specifications. The role focuses on keeping the line running smoothly, maintaining safety, and supporting the Production Operator and Supervisor.

You will help troubleshoot line issues, assist with line startups and changeovers, and ensure products comply with specs while maintaining strong production rates.

Qualifications

• Follow GMP, Food Defense and quality policies.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, hygiene and safety standards.
• Report food safety incidents and deviations.
• Willingness to acquire a wide variety of skills to assist the team.
• Able to problem solve, learn quickly and make quality decisions.
• Able to work in a team and independently.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Stand for long periods and perform manual tasks in a noisy environment.

Responsibilities

• Complete various production tasks as assigned by Production Operator.
• Clear jams, move and replace baking pans as needed.
• Troubleshoot line stops and restart production.
• Assist line startups and changeovers.
• Oversee product quality and compliance with customer specs.
• Maintain high production rates as directed by supervisors.
• Minimize waste by separating rework from raw dough waste.
• Monitor side trimmings and inform when above acceptable rates.
• Remove out-of-spec product and notify supervisors.
• Contribute to a safe and efficient work environment.
• Attend monthly safety meetings and adhere to policies.
• Maintain regular attendance and perform tasks safely.
• Support supervisors and managers in achieving business objectives.

Skills

GMP compliance

Food safety

Problem solving

Teamwork

Flexible/learn on the fly

Physical stamina

Attention to safety

Job description

Crown Bakeries is hiring a Production Associate in Norcross, GA to oversee and perform tasks ensuring high quality product that meets customer specifications. The role focuses on keeping the line running smoothly, maintaining safety, and supporting the Production Operator and Supervisor.

You will help troubleshoot line issues, assist with line startups and changeovers, and ensure products comply with specs while maintaining strong production rates.