Bread Expeditor 1

Job Summary

The Bread Expeditor 1 is the link between Bread Production and Delivery. The position is the first of three Bread Expeditor levels.

Compensation

$20.05/hour (non-exempt, overtime eligible). Comprehensive Benefits Package.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Is able to differentiate between and describe products
• Pulls orders, slices, and packages all products in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner
• Maintains accurate counts of products
• Able to operate bread and bun slicers efficiently while maintaining quality standards
• Meets quality and pace expectations as per training requirements
• Keeps delivery and expediting areas clean and orderly
• Follows HACCP training and understands responsibilities to maintain records and food safety goals
• Performs quality control of product, culls unusable loaves, and records the loss to the Expeditor Coordinator
• Communicates critical information to the Expeditor Coordinator or Manager in a timely manner including:
• Equipment issues
• Supply concerns
• Maintenance or cleaning needs
• Accurate counts of product and shortages due to culling
• Quality control information and trends
• Knows and acts in accordance with the mission, vision, and values of Grand Central Bakery in all parts of their job
• Works collaboratively with a team. Communicates respectfully and professionally with teammates
• Delivers excellent customer service - follows the 3 steps to great service at all times
• Maintains competencies and demonstrate continuous application of these skills throughout the period of employment
• Is committed to creating an anti-racist organization by actively opposing racism and promoting racial tolerance. Supports a culturally inclusive environment through the language and conduct of mutual respect and critical self-reflection
• Knows and demonstrates efficient, correct and safe work and procedures
• Follows all safety requirements, safety training, and instructions
• Notifies manager if they ever become aware of a potential hazard in the workplace
• Promptly reports all injuries, big or small, that are sustained while at work

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Working knowledge of and ability to speak and understand basic English required
• Maintains a valid Food Handler's Card at all times and follows health department guidelines at all times
• Must demonstrate regular attendance by coming to work on scheduled working days and being on time
• HS diploma/GED preferred
• Basic math skills required
• Ability to function calmly and efficiently in high-pressure, multi-task, deadline-driven environment

Tools and Equipment Used

• Bread and Bun Slicer
• Knives
• Oven
• Twist-tie machine
• Handcart
• Bread racks

Physical Requirements

Sitting Standing Walking Lifting S C C F – 50 lbs. Hearing Seeing Climbing Stairs/Ladders Carrying C C O F – 50 lbs. Talking Driving Crawling Pushing/Pulling O N/A S F – 200 lbs. Crouching/Kneeling Kneeling Reaching above shoulder Handling/Grasping C F F F Fine Finger Manipulation Pushing/Pulling Foot controls/Driving Repetitive Arm/Hand Motion C F N/A C Driving Foot controls/Driving N/A N/A

Environmental Conditions

• This position works in a building shared with production facilities is constantly exposed to wheat flour dust and other grain dusts (rye, corn, oat).
• This position walks up to the equivalent of two miles per shift. This position stands for 100% of the shift worked.
• This position works in warm environments.

Company Information

Grand Central Bakery ignited a bread revolution in 1989 by introducing rustic artisan loaves to Northwest tables. Values are at the heart of our company and sustainability touches everything we do - from where we buy ingredients to how we care for our employees and invest in our communities. A Certified B Corporation, Grand Central Bakery is part of a global movement of organizations using business as a force for good.

Location

Portland, OR