Bread Oven Operator, 3rd Shift

Flowers Foods•El Paso, TX

3d•$17

About The Position

FRESH. FORWARD. FLOWERS. Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:FLO) is not just about baking; it's about crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite. With 2024 sales of $5.1 billion, and as one of the leading producers of packaged bakery goods in the United States, Flowers Foods brings passion to the table. From the wholesome goodness of Nature's Own and Wonder to the bold and artisanal flavors of Dave's Killer Bread, the rustic goodness of Canyon Bakehouse, and the sweet delights of Tastykake, each product is a celebration of taste and quality. Beyond the oven, Flowers Foods fosters a culture that values and reflects Honesty & Integrity, Respect & Inclusion, Sustainability, Passion, and Humility. With a commitment to innovation and a recipe for success, Flowers Foods is more than a bakery – it's a delightful journey into the heart of flavor and community. Ensures quality proofing and baking of product according to set standards. Position requires demonstration of competency for all on-the-job activities that may have a direct or indirect affect on product safety, legality and/or quality.

Requirements

No educational prerequisite; however must have demonstrated ability to read, comprehend and record necessary information applicable to job.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of production experience as a helper and three years minimum as an oven operator. Also have working knowledge of proofer procedures.

Responsibilities

Prepares proofer by setting humidity and temperature level and proofing time. Prepares oven (sets temperature and speed controls).
Sets up equipment to ensure pan and product flow.
Checks proofed dough to ensure proper rising. Makes necessary adjustments in temperature, humidity and proofing time according to standards.
Monitors operation of proof box and oven and auxiliary equipment to ensure proper proof and proper bake according to standards. Detect and correct equipment malfunctions.
Practices and complies with all Company policies and procedures including safety and work rules, etc.
Performs other duties as directed by supervision.
Ensures compliance with all company policies and procedures (EEO, Sexual Harassment, Safety, Sarbanes Oxley, etc.)
Performance of other duties which are deemed by management to be an integral part of the job, including but not limited to fulfillment of work schedules, adherence to attendance policies, and other applicable operating rules, policies and procedures.