Oven Operator - 3rd Shift
About The Position
As a leader and innovator in the snack food industry for over 50 years, J&J Snack Foods provides branded snack foods to foodservice and retail supermarket outlets across the U.S. Its products include such icons as SUPERPRETZEL, ICEE, and Dippin’ Dots along with other key brands like LUIGI’S Real Italian Ice, The Funnel Cake Factory Funnel Cakes, and Hola Churros. J&J also has a strong presence in bakery providing cakes, cookies, and pies to some of the largest grocery and convenience retailers in industry. Our company continues to deliver record sales led by a talented team and a commitment to “Fun Served Here”. POSITION SUMMARY: Under the guidance of the Production Supervisor, the Oven Operator is responsible for setting up and operating the oven to ensure products are baked to the correct internal temperature, guaranteeing safe and high-quality outcomes.
Requirements
- H.S. Diploma or GED preferred but not required.
- Responsible for ensuring Good Manufacturing Practices, Food Defense, and SQF Programs.
- Self-motivated, with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and adapt well to change.
- Ability to demonstrate strong teamwork skills, working collaboratively with peers to achieve common goals and contribute to a positive and productive work environment.
- Ability to communicate effectively with the team and supervisors, both verbally and in writing.
Responsibilities
- Performs pre-op start-up procedures ensuring the over area is clean and ready for use.
- Maintains and records correct temperatures and settings according to product specifications.
- Completes oven/bake time work sheets and records where necessary.
- Ensures that product meets specification requirements.
- Addresses equipment issues or product specification deviations per the Production Supervisor’s instructions.
- Contacts the Production Supervisor for any persistent major problems with the ovens.
- Makes any adjustments to the oven according to the product baking profile or instructions by a department supervisor.
- Responsible for reporting food safety and quality issues to leadership.
- Follows compliance requirements of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Safe Quality Food (SQF) guidelines, and Food & Drug Administration (FDA) regulations.
- Follows all OSHA and food safety rules.
- Maintains a clean work area throughout shift.
- Completes required monthly trainings as directed.
- Performs other duties as assigned by Production Supervisor.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
