Bagger Operator

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Employment Type: Regular

Location: DECATUR,GA

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.

Description:

Top Reasons to Work at Bimbo Bakeries USA as a Machine Operator:

• Competitive pay starting at $21.40 per hour
• Increase to $23.78 per hour after 90 days!
• Stable Union position with Pension for retirement
• Opportunities for growth

Machine Operator Position Summary:

The Machine Operator will learn to operate a variety of mechanized bakery production equipment including but not limited to the Oven, Divider, Proofer, Slicer, Bagger and Wrapper. Check and ensure product specification standards are being met as required by company authorized standards while performing the tasks in a safe and efficient manner.

Machine Operator Key Position Responsibilities:

• Loading and unloading pans from production line
• Loading and unloading oven and/or proof box
• Monitor and adjust the temperature controls of the Oven and Proof Room
• Operate and control packaging equipment
• Ensure proper bags and sealing if necessary for each variety
• Ensure proper slicing if applicable
• Verify weights and order completions
• Record information such as down time, waste, order completions, package verification, metal detector checks, finish product scoring etc.
• Monitor for foreign material all the time especially at change over and ensure metal detection checks
• Ensure proper placement of product in trays and pallets
• Remove finished packaged items from the machine and separate rejected items
• Taking appropriate action to ensure the integrity and sustained certification of the food safety and food quality system
• Responsible for reporting and taking necessary action to prevent food safety and food quality problems from occurring
• Responsible for following and enforcing procedures outlined in the Food Safety Plan, the Food Quality Plan, and any other programs that support the SQF system and other 3rd party audits
• Additional responsibilities and duties as assigned by supervisor

Position Requirements:

Machine Operator Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED is preferred but not required
• A combination of education, training and experience that results in demonstrated competency to perform the work may be substituted.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment and adapt to frequent changes
• Prior experience or training in manufacturing or supply-chain environment is preferred
• Ability to understand and follow both written and verbal instructions with high level of detail
• Willing to work irregular and/or rotating shifts, including split days off (non-consecutive days off), and holidays when needed
• Physical requirements: ability to lift 50 pounds, stand and/or stoop for prolonged periods of time, perform repetitive motions, and work in an environment with varying temperatures

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.