Bakery Production Line Machine Operator I
About The Position
Shape the Batch: Operate and Own Our Bakery Line Join our Chicago Heights team as an Operator I in the Production department and keep our bakery lines humming. You’ll report to the Production Supervisor and run equipment that turns ingredients into finished goods that meet exacting specifications for safety, quality, and legality. A day in this role Arrive ready for a 12-hour shift; verify tools, settings, and supplies are in place before start-up. Run, monitor, and adjust bakery machinery to hit targets; keep constant attendance at your equipment and restrict use to trained teammates. Follow SOPs, GMPs, and our Allergen, Food Defense, and HACCP programs every step of the way. Complete accurate, legible production and material usage records; capture downtime and report at shift end. Weigh and record waste properly; document finished and semi-finished goods and, when needed, enter data in SAP. Communicate equipment or food safety concerns promptly to supervision; partner with Maintenance for repairs and adjustments. Keep your area and machines clean; use PPE and all safety devices; never use damaged pallets and never abuse equipment. Report any unsafe acts or injuries immediately; help keep a safe, orderly, fast-paced environment. Build strong working relationships; follow work instructions; perform other duties as assigned to support plant needs. Purpose of the position Operate and care for production equipment so every product leaving the line matches company specifications and regulatory/customer requirements. Key strengths you bring Commitment to Food Safety and Quality Standards, daily. GMP/SOP discipline with accurate documentation habits. Comfort working on moving conveyors in a fast-paced setting. Problem-solver who knows when to escalate to Supervision/Maintenance.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- 1+ year as a machine operator (required)
- Proficiency with: Food & Beverage Manufacturing, Mixing, Blending, Weighing Raw Materials, Machine setups for production runs
Nice To Haves
- food industry experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Verify tools, settings, and supplies are in place before start-up
- Run, monitor, and adjust bakery machinery to hit targets
- Follow SOPs, GMPs, and our Allergen, Food Defense, and HACCP programs
- Complete accurate, legible production and material usage records
- Weigh and record waste properly
- Document finished and semi-finished goods and, when needed, enter data in SAP
- Communicate equipment or food safety concerns promptly to supervision
- Partner with Maintenance for repairs and adjustments
- Keep your area and machines clean
- Use PPE and all safety devices
- Report any unsafe acts or injuries immediately
- Build strong working relationships
- Follow work instructions
- Perform other duties as assigned to support plant needs
- Operate and care for production equipment so every product leaving the line matches company specifications and regulatory/customer requirements
- Immediately alert Supervision and/or Quality Assurance to any food safety or quality issues
Benefits
- 401(k) with matching
- Health, Dental, Vision, Life insurance
- HSA and FSA options
- Paid time off
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Referral program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
