Bakery Bench Operator 9pm-5am

Cellone Bakery•Pittsburgh, PA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Cellone’s Italian Bread Co. is hiring a Bakery Bench Operator for its commercial bakery in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The Pan Bench ensures dough is properly scaled into pans before final proofing and operates the peel board reciprocator. The role requires following applicable regulations, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and quality systems, along with the position’s standard operating procedures. Employees receive training on GMPs and food safety rules. The posting lists a starting wage of $17.10 per hour with guaranteed raises. The role is full-time, with an eight-hour shift, and is performed in person at one location. The bakery is hiring for night, daytime, and early-morning shifts; the title specifies 9 p.m.–5 a.m. Applicants must pass a drug test and undergo a background check. Applicants with a medical marijuana card must bring it. No resume is required; applicants are asked to complete an application through the company website. The position requires standing for eight hours and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

Ability to read and comprehend instruments and gauge settings.
Ability to visually assess imperfections and quality issues and determine their source.
Eye-hand coordination and fine motor skills needed to adjust product length and correct issues.
Ability to multitask using visual acuity and flexibility.
English communication proficiency sufficient to follow safety and operational instructions.
Basic math proficiency.
Must pass a drug test; applicants with a medical marijuana card must bring it.
Must undergo a background check.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand for eight hours.

Nice To Haves

High school education or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

Know the raw weight and size of each pan product.
Correctly calibrate the pan divider to scale dough into pans according to product specifications.
Set up guides correctly.
Promptly diagnose and troubleshoot production-flow issues, such as overlapping pans.
Handle product changeovers efficiently and accurately.
Understand environmental factors affecting dough, such as humidity, and make adjustments needed to retain quality.
Respond quickly to quality or equipment issues and report them immediately to the Shift Supervisor – Baking.
Maintain a clean work area.
Follow GMPs, safety standards, and company policies.
Operate the peel board reciprocator.

Benefits

Medical and pharmaceutical coverage; the company pays the insurance premium and covers employee and family costs with a minimal employee contribution.
Dental insurance.
Short-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Company-covered health debit card for the deductible.
Pension and 401(k) options.
Seven paid holidays.
Vacation schedule and paid time off.
Attendance bonus.
Referral program.
One loaf of bread or pack of rolls per day.
Pittsburgh Paid Sick Leave for up to 40 hours according to law.