Flowers Foods is hiring a Production Operator III to be a key contributor within our team-oriented production process. You will operate automated equipment, perform primary diagnosis of machinery failures, and aid in preventative maintenance, all while ensuring a safe and efficient work environment. Mastery of Enterprise software for data input and reporting is central to this role.
What You'll Do
- Check and adhere to the production work schedule for job assignments and reporting times.
- Operate automated production equipment according to established standards and safety procedures.
- Perform primary diagnosis of machinery failures.
- Aid in preventative maintenance and sanitation of all related equipment.
- Maintain cleanliness of your work area at all times while on duty.
- May be assigned to operate facility metal detector(s) after full training and certification.
- Ensure a continuous, efficient flow of materials through assigned equipment.
- Verify product quality meets required standards throughout operation.
- Make necessary adjustments to equipment to maintain proper performance, measurements, and production speeds.
- Remove defective product and ensure only compliant product moves forward.
- Complete required documentation and system entries accurately and on time.
- Comply with work rules, safety rules, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
- Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties deemed by management to be an integral part of the job.
What We're Looking For
- High School diploma or equivalency plus successful completion of a technical certification course (e.g., HVAC, auto maintenance/repair).
- Equivalent military training, other related technical training, or successful completion of at least 45 college credit hours may be substituted for technical training.
- A technical certification course may include the completion of the AIB 'Science of Baking' course.
- Ability to master the use of Enterprise software including data input, retrieval, and reporting.
- Demonstrate competency for all on-the-job activities affecting product safety, legality, and/or quality.
- Ability to act as a member of a highly functioning team.
- Physical ability to perform job duties including: routinely stoop and bend while lifting from twenty to eighty pounds; routinely lift 40 and 50 pounds; climb ladders and onto/under machinery; push/pull heavy carts and equipment.
Nice to Have
- Two (2) or more years of related experience.
Technical Stack
- Enterprise software
Team & Environment
You'll be part of a team-oriented production process focused on safety, quality, and efficiency.
Benefits & Compensation
- Hourly pay starts at $24.24
- Comprehensive health and medical benefits
- 401(k) Retirement savings plan
- Professional growth and leadership training
- Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave
Work Mode
This is an onsite position.
Flowers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Flowers encourages all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or people of any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
