Machine Operator II
Wage: $16.22/HR
About the Company
Dessert Holdings is the leading premium dessert company in the world. We craft artisanal, scratch-made desserts at scale, combining culinary innovation with the finest real ingredients. With a rich heritage spanning seven distinctive brands, we bring unmatched expertise and tailored solutions to our Retail and Foodservice partners. Our brands include The Original Cakerie, Lawler's Desserts, Atlanta Cheesecake Company, Steven Charles, Dianne's Fine Desserts, Kenny's Great Pies, and Willamette Valley Pie Company. Headquartered in St. Paul, MN, we employ more than 3,500 people across ten manufacturing facilities.
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Work with purpose — you help deliver the desserts people celebrate with.
- Supportive team environment where your contributions matter.
- Growth opportunities across multiple departments.
- Training provided — including certifications!
- Comprehensive benefits including medical plans, dental and vision insurance, paid vacation and holidays, and retirement contributions for eligible employees.
About the Role
Our team in Pembroke, NC is looking for an Operator II! This position is responsible for the safe operations of different baking machinery and ensuring consistent quality by following established formulas and procedures. You will also be responsible for understanding related Quality Management Systems including SQF, HACCP, and GMP to ensure safety and quality of employees and products.
Responsibilities
- Must be certified/able to operate at least 2 different types of production machinery in a safe and efficient manner.
- Must be trained in energy isolation LOTO and know how to safely isolate and secure the equipment you operate, service, and repair.
- Must be thoroughly knowledgeable of the safety maps for the equipment you operate.
- Perform minor maintenance and servicing activities including:
- Inspection for equipment defects
- Lubrication
- Tightening loose fasteners
- Adjusting, realigning, and replacing basic components such as stick magazine flaps, stick pushers, rails, dip head springs, stick sensors, and tray sensors.
- Diagnose the cause of common defects, jams, and other downtime events, understand required adjustments/repairs, and address problems within the scope of the Operator position.
- Maintain production supplies at prescribed levels to prevent line shutdowns.
- Perform assignments in accordance with established Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) policies and procedures.
- Read all product formulas, temperatures, and times according to Building of Materials (BOM).
- Perform assignments in accordance with specifications, instructions, and requirements.
- Demonstrate ability to meet production standards on specific assignments within required time.
- Ensure work ethic provides a positive influence on the production floor.
- Maintain good housekeeping and clean work areas in assigned space.
- Follow production dress code standards and maintain good personal hygiene.
- Report all production waste to Production Lead or Supervisor.
- Responsible for food safety and food quality throughout production.
- Notify a Production Lead when stepping off the line to ensure food safety and quality standards are maintained.
- Understand the management of Quality Systems and be familiar with SQF, HACCP, and GMP practices.
- Perform other duties as required by supervisor.
Requirements
- Must have reliable transportation and be able to work a flexible schedule.
- Must be willing to work overtime, including weekends if necessary.
- Must be able to read and write in either English or Spanish.
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced, team environment.
- Demonstrates good verbal communication skills.
- Able to stay focused in a loud working environment.
- Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment requiring strict work/safety rules 100% of the time.
- Must have basic knowledge of the use of required hand tools.