Production Technician, Break Person

Flowers Foods•Denton, TX

11d•$26 - $28

About The Position

The Production Technician contributes to all phases of a team-oriented production process, including operating automated production equipment, diagnosing machinery issues, assisting with preventative maintenance, and sanitizing related equipment. Technicians are expected to learn the full production process, rotate among assignments, monitor equipment and products against required standards, and make timely, accurate decisions affecting order fulfillment and product quality. The role also supports a safe work environment and requires proficiency with Enterprise software for production and financial data entry, retrieval, and reporting. Employees must comply with company policies and demonstrate competence in activities that may affect product safety, legality, or quality. Other duties may be assigned by management, including meeting work schedules and attendance requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Successful completion of a technical certification course, such as HVAC or automotive maintenance/repair. Equivalent military training, other related technical training, or at least 45 college credit hours may substitute for technical training.
Ability to become proficient in the full production process and adapt to rotating job assignments.
Ability to use Enterprise software for production and financial system functions.
Ability to contribute as a team member and maintain a safe work environment.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of related experience.
Completion of the AIB “Science of Baking” course may qualify as a technical certification course.

Responsibilities

Follow production work schedules, job assignments, and reporting times.
Operate facility metal detectors when assigned; technicians must complete required training and certification.
Perform start-up and shutdown 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 monitor products for compliance with governmental and company standards.
Provide scheduled breaks for Production Technicians on the assigned shift when requested.
Work effectively as a member of a team.
Perform other duties as directed by supervision.
Operate automated production equipment, diagnose machinery failures, assist with preventative maintenance, and sanitize related equipment.
Rotate among production assignments and monitor equipment and products to support order fulfillment and product quality.
Use Enterprise software for data entry, retrieval, reporting, and other assigned functions.
Follow company policies and procedures, including those related to safety and product quality.