1st Shift Bakery Material Handler

Urban Farmer LLC•Manteno, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Bakery Material Handler is responsible for ensuring all dough ingredients, toppings, packaging supplies, and raw materials are accurately staged and delivered to the bakery production lines. This role supports the Mixing, Sheeting/Press, Baking, Cooling, and Packaging departments by maintaining continuous material flow, removing finished product, and assisting operators throughout production.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to follow detailed instructions and recipes accurately.
Attention to detail to ensure consistent product quality.
Ability to stand, lift, and move for extended periods in a fast-paced production environment.
Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs. and handling repetitive tasks.
Comfortable working in environments with varying temperatures.
Compliance with safety requirements, including PPE such as safety footwear, hearing protection, and safety glasses.
Capability to work in variable temperatures and handle physical tasks like lifting up to 50 lbs.
Standing or walking for extended periods and maneuvering around equipment.

Nice To Haves

Technical certification in mechanical equipment preferred.
Prior experience in food manufacturing or similar production environments is preferred but not required.
Understanding of GMPs and food safety protocols is preferred.

Responsibilities

Stage raw materials in designated areas to ensure availability for production lines.
Verify materials against production schedules or instructions to ensure accuracy.
Assist in packing products into boxes, trays, or containers following production specifications.
Manually stack and palletize finished goods, ensuring they are securely wrapped, labeled, and prepared for storage or shipment.
Assist machine operators by manually providing materials, removing finished products, or troubleshooting minor issues as needed.
Support production lines through tasks such as sorting, inspecting, and assembling products.
Conduct visual inspections to confirm materials and finished goods meet quality and safety standards.
Report any material discrepancies, damaged goods, or quality issues to supervisors immediately.
Follow all company safety rules, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe lifting techniques.
Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and maintain food safety and hygiene standards at all times.
Be prepared to switch between tasks or production areas based on operational demands.
Take on more detailed or physically intensive assignments, such as rework or manual product sorting.
Accurately complete production logs, quality checklists, and material usage records.
Communicate any issues related to materials, equipment, or workflow to supervisors promptly.
Work collaboratively with team members, machine operators, and supervisors to achieve production goals.
Provide clear and effective communication regarding work progress and any issues.
Perform other duties as assigned by management to support overall production objectives.