Job Details

JOB TITLE: Production – Dough Cutter

JOB SUMMARY AND SCOPE: This position requires a team-oriented individual who can shape, handle and move the product while maintaining the speed of the production line in the bakery. They must adhere to company specifications, policies and procedures and government requirements and ensure the highest attainable level of product and personal safety. Potential candidates for this position must possess a very good level of physical abilities and stamina and be able to complete specialized training.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Safely cut 60 lb. dough chunks into 30 lb. dough chunks.
• Throughout the shift, place all 30 lb. chunks into pans, wrap them in plastic, place them in racks, and push full racks into the fermentation room.
• Help the mixer scale and/or pre-mix ingredients when needed.
• Operate the bowl lift and Chunker safely and properly.
• Pull/push up to a 1,300 lb. bowls of dough into and from the bowl lift.
• Use the Zebra printer & Nice Label software to create labels.
• Provide support tasks to the production team as needed.
• Operate within all of the company program standards. Adhere to other related programs including but not limited to
• Learn all policies, tasks, skills, and duties in support of additional food safety and quality programs.
• Adhere to our FIFO (First In - First Out) policy on all food ingredients.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: Must possess good communication skills as well as basic math and reading skills. Must be able to interact with all bakery personnel. Must be able to stand and have good hand-eye coordination. Should be familiar with basic OSHA safety practices Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, manipulate (pushing, pulling) total weight up to 1,300 lb. of dough in bowl with wheels, Must possess the ability to use a variety of cleaning tools. Must be able to work independently and as part of a team. Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively in English Must pass Annual HACCP Recertification Examination with an 80% score, or 90% if retest is required

Deductive Reasoning — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

Oral Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

Problem Sensitivity — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.

Trunk Strength — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without 'giving out' or fatiguing.

WORK ACTIVITIES

Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and standing.

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Must be able to work in a bakery/manufacturing facility and warehouse environment.
• Perform duties near mechanical hazards and moving objects and in cold storage units.
• Must be available to work any shift as scheduled.
• Available to work weekends when necessary.
• Required overtime as needed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift, twist and carry a minimum of 50 pounds and manipulate (pushing, pulling) up to 600 pounds
• Work at high elevations, in confined areas, in extreme heat and cold in outside conditions on a regular basis.
• Physical activities required for this job include, but are not limited to: bending, carrying, climbing, crouching, feeling, finger movement, grasping, hearing, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, rapid work speed, speaking, reaching, repetitive motions, seeing, sitting, standing, stooping, talking, twisting, walking, and walking on irregular surfaces.
• Ability to work in cold environments as required.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Six months to one year previous food industry experience preferred.
• 6 months experience in a food manufacturing facility preferred.
• Knowledge of safe practices a must.

Pay Details: $21.50 to $22.50 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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