Production Associate 1st Shift

Job Summary

Responsibilities

• Completes various production tasks as assigned by Production Operator.
• Clears pan jams from line, removes and adds baking pans as needed.
• Troubleshoots basic causes of line stops and restarts production.
• Aids the production operator in line startups and changeovers.
• Oversees product quality and ensures compliance with customer specifications.
• Maintains high rates of production as set by the Operator and Production Supervisor.
• Separates rework from raw dough waste whenever possible to minimize waste.
• Monitor and deliver side trimmings to mixer; notifies operator when side trimmings exceed acceptable rates.
• Removes all out-of-spec product from the line and notifies Production Supervisor of all non-conforming product or processes on the line.
• Contributes to a safe and efficient work environment.
• Attends Monthly required safety meetings when applicable.

Qualifications and Skills

• Follows all GMP's, Food Defense and quality policies.
• Ensures compliance with all GMP, food hygiene and safety standards.
• Reports all food safety incidents such as GMP violations, ingredient and product contamination, metal detector, screen or magnet deviations, glass breakage, and pest harborage.
• Able to problem solve, learn on the fly, process and technical learning, and quality decision.
• Able to work in a team environment as well as work independently.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds. Reach above shoulder height. Bend, twist, stand, climb stairs/ladders, push/pull, and walk for the length of shift.
• Able to work in a noisy environment for the length of shift.
• Able to stand for long periods of time.

Crown Bakeries' Vision, Mission and Values

The vision, mission, and values of Crown Bakeries should be carried out while performing these important functions.

Work Environment

This job operates in a production environment. The employee is frequently exposed to facility elements such as noise, dust, fumes and odors.

EEO Statement

Crown Bakeries is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. It is our policy to recruit, hire, train and promote individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit any such discrimination or harassment in our workplace and strive to foster a diverse and inclusive workforce. This EEO policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.