Baker

Summary

Bakers are the start of the pretzel making process. You’ll be responsible for running a large mixer and extruder with computer programing and hand measuring. Previous machine operating experience is a must. Large bakery experience is a plus.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Follow all SOPs to keep consistent product quality Recognize the different dough textures Keep hoppers filled with proper amount of dough Properly measure the minor ingredients by performing catch samples Check dough temperature Check the flour sifter each shift Check all drives, cookers, salters, ovens, dryers, discharge, and proofing conveyors to ensure they are properly operating and set to correct settings Document cuts per minute as required Check and record caustic every 30 minutes record on BakerQC Check wet weights/length every 30 minutes record on BakerQC Make inventory moves in S4 Hana Record all ingredient lot numbers Keep salter full at accurate level specified Notify leads, QA, and packers of any bad product and how long it will last Communicate with immediate supervisor if any problems arise All other duties assigned by supervisor and management

Minimum Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire. High School diploma or GED One-month related experience or training Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, and decimals

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in a manufacturing/food manufacturing environment including the following: Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Safe Quality Foods (SQF), Autonomous/Preventative Maintenance, Continuous Improvement, and Warehouse Management Systems such as SAP/LPR.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be in good physical condition to perform the tasks assigned.
• Frequently required to stand and walk.
• Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.
• Work environment conditions may require/recommend the use of safety equipment to include b