Production Technician- Oven Operator

Flowers Foods & Subsidiaries; Denton (TX); Presencial; USD 34.000 - 39.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Flowers Foods, Inc. is seeking a Production Technician in Denton, TX to contribute to all phases of the team-oriented production process.

Responsibilities include operating automated equipment, diagnosing machinery, performing sanitation, and rotating tasks to meet order fulfillment and quality standards. Role requires a High School diploma or equivalent with technical training and at least two years of related experience.

Formación

• Two or more years of related experience in production or similar roles.
• Technical certification or equivalent training is required (e.g., HVAC, auto maintenance/repair).
• Ability to operate and follow safety rules; adapt to rotating production assignments.

Responsabilidades

• Check production work schedules and report times.
• Operate certified facility metal detector equipment as required.
• Perform start-up/shut-down sanitation and limited preventive maintenance.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with safety rules.
• Check and maintain production schedules, running order, and formulas.
• Weigh and stage ingredients according to standards.
• Ensure all product is loaded into proper containers.
• Perform quality control inspections and monitor for standards.
• Provide breaks for Production Technicians on assigned shift as needed.
• Work as part of a high-functioning team and perform other duties as directed.

Conocimientos

Two or more years of related exp

Educación

High School diploma/equivalency + technical certification

Descripción del empleo

FRESH. FORWARD. FLOWERS. Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:FLO) is not just about baking; it's about crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite. With 2025 sales of $5.3 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 reflects Honesty & 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.

FRESH. FORWARD. FLOWERS. Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:FLO) is not just about baking; it's about crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite. With 2025 sales of $5.3 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 reflects Honesty & 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

The production technician is capable of contributing to all phases of the team-oriented production process. Included is the operation of automated production equipment, primary diagnosis of machinery failures, aiding in preventative maintenance, and sanitation of all related equipment. Technicians are expected to become fully versed in the entire production process. Therefore, technicians must be flexible and adaptable as they are required to rotate job assignments throughout production, to monitor both equipment and product according to acceptable standards, and to make real- time, accurate decisions that affect order fulfillment and product quality. In addition, it is the responsibility of the technician to contribute to maintaining a safe work environment for themselves and their fellow technicians. Position requires the ability to master the use of Enterprise software including data input that impacts production and financial systems, data retrieval, reporting, and other functions as instructed. Position ensures compliance with all company policies and procedures (EEO, Sexual Harassment, Safety, Sarbanes Oxley, etc.). Position performs 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. 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

• Checks and adheres to production work schedule for job assignments and work reporting times.
• Technicians may be assigned to operate facility metal detector(s); therefore, all technicians must be fully trained and certified.
• Performs start-up/shut-down sanitation and limited preventative maintenance on machinery.
• Ensures that work areas are clean, organized, and adhere to applicable safety rules at all times.
• Checks and maintains production schedules, running order, and formulas.
• Scales and stages ingredients according to standards.
• Ensures that all product is loaded into proper containers.
• Performs quality control inspections and continuously monitors for acceptable governmental and company standards.
• May be called on to provide scheduled breaks for Production Technicians on assigned shift.
• Position requires ability to act as a member of a highly functioning team.
• Performs other duties as directed by supervision.

Knead to Know: Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) or more years of related experience.

Additional Ingredients: Essential Job Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalency plus successful completion of a technical certification course (i.e., HVAC, auto maintenance/repair, etc.). Equivalent military training, other related technical training, or successful completion of at least 45 college credit hours may be substituted for technical training. A technical certification course may include the completion of the AIB “Science of Baking” course.

Salary Range- 24.48-28.37

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.