Loader

H&S Family of Bakeries•Rosedale, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This individual is our final “quality” control person. They are expected to load every outgoing trailer with zero defects. Responsibilities also include maintaining general cleanliness of the entire dock and assisting members of the dock and production team as instructed. The route loader is legally obligated and responsible for following all food safety requirements, Good Manufacturing Practices, and Standard Operating Procedures to ensure a safe, quality product is delivered to our customers. Good Manufacturing Practices are adhered to by the employee during the entire shift. The following operating procedures are the required minimum standards. Individuals will be evaluated on their ability to demonstrate 100% compliance during announced and unannounced verifications. Note: Trailers should not return to the bakery with product. In the event you unload a trailer that has product, you must verify the code date. A product that has less than 4 days of shelf life MUST BE DISCARDED IMMEDIATELY!

Requirements

Basic literacy skills, able to read and comprehend instructions, warnings, etc.
General knowledge of how machinery works
Good hand/eye coordination
Able to count and perform basic math
Able to read and write
Able to keep up with machine speed through repetitive motion
Able to perform all duties so as not to produce damage
Capable of lifting up to 60 pounds without assistance. Up to 100lbs with assistance
Able to stand 10-12 hours per day
Physically capable of moving to all areas of the plant
Able to view product and determine adherence to quality control standards, including size, shape, color, cut, etc.
Able to read, comprehend, and practice necessary safety procedures, signs, etc.
Able to read and comprehend the production schedule
Performance of other duties deemed by management to be an integral part of the job

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working in a bread or bun bakery, preferably 1 year.

Responsibilities

Set up all necessary paperwork to complete the loading process, including load sheet, block sheet, and code tags with correct use through date.
Check for any special instructions that may be handwritten on the load sheet.
Unload the trailer if necessary, moving empty trays and dollies to the tray feed area or organizing them on the floor.
Ensure the trailer has been swept before loading any product.
Load the trailer from the nose, working towards the tail, verifying each stack for proper height, variety, and code.
Record initials and stack count after each stack is loaded.
Secure the load and double-check that each load bar is completely in place.
Print tickets only for complete loads.
Communicate with the first shift workers/supervisor about incomplete loads, providing trailer number or customer, product variety, and tray or stack count needed.
Ensure all loads are completely loaded, product is organized correctly, outdated product is discarded, gray carts are emptied, load bars are stored in the rack, and the dock is neat and clean before punching out.