Production Technician

Flowers Foods•Villa Rica, GA

19d•$41,675 - $46,061

About The Position

The Production Technician contributes to all phases of the team-oriented production process. The role operates automated production equipment, diagnoses machinery failures, assists with preventative maintenance, and sanitizes related equipment. Technicians are expected to learn the entire production process and rotate among assignments, monitor equipment and product against standards, and make timely, accurate decisions affecting order fulfillment and product quality. The position also supports a safe work environment and requires competency in Enterprise software for data entry, retrieval, reporting, and related production and financial system functions. The technician follows company policies and procedures and performs other duties assigned by management, including meeting work schedules and attendance requirements. The role requires demonstrating competency in activities that may affect product safety, legality, or quality.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Successful completion of a technical certification course, such as HVAC or auto maintenance/repair. Equivalent military training, other related technical training, or at least 45 college credit hours may substitute for technical training. The AIB “Science of Baking” course may qualify as a technical certification course.
Ability to learn and use Enterprise software for data input, retrieval, reporting, and related functions.
Ability to rotate job assignments and work as a member of a team.
Demonstrated competency in on-the-job activities that may affect product safety, legality, or quality.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of related experience.

Responsibilities

Follow the production work schedule for job assignments and work reporting times.
Operate facility metal detectors when assigned; all technicians must complete required training and certification.
Perform start-up and shut-down sanitation and limited preventative maintenance on machinery.
Keep work areas clean and organized and follow applicable safety rules.
Check and maintain production schedules, running orders, and formulas.
Scale and stage ingredients according to standards.
Ensure products are loaded into the proper containers.
Perform quality control inspections and continuously monitor products for compliance with governmental and company standards.
Provide scheduled breaks for Production Technicians on the assigned shift when needed.
Contribute as a member of a highly functioning team.
Perform other duties as directed by supervision.