Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $25.05
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Benefits

Health Insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Professional growth training
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Parental leave

Job Description

Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) is a prominent leader in the packaged bakery goods industry in the United States with a notable sales record of $5.1 billion in 2024. Known widely for iconic brands such as Nature's Own, Wonder, Dave's Killer Bread, Canyon Bakehouse, and Tastykake, Flowers Foods is synonymous with quality and flavor that brings joy to countless households. The company stands out not just for its extensive product lineup that spans wholesome breads to artisanal baked goods, but also for its commitment to values like Honesty and Integrity, Respect and Inclusion, Sustainability, Passion, and Humility. These principles shape the company's culture and business practices, cultivating an environment where innovation and tradition blend to create exceptional products and experiences for customers.

Join Flowers Foods as an Oven Operator, a full-time role critical to maintaining the high standards of baking excellence the company is known for. This position is more than just about baking; it ensures that every product meets quality, safety, and legal standards before reaching consumers. The role involves preparing and operating proofers and ovens, monitoring dough proofing and baking processes, troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, and adhering strictly to company policies including safety and compliance measures. Candidates stepping into this position will be central to the production line, demonstrating competence in all on-the-job activities that directly or indirectly influence the product’s quality and safety.

Full-time employees at Flowers Foods benefit from comprehensive health and medical plans, retirement savings through 401(k), opportunities for professional growth and leadership training, and paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave — benefits that reflect the company’s investment in its workforce’s well-being and future. The salary range for this position is competitive at approximately $25.05 per hour, emphasizing the company’s commitment to rewarding responsibility and skill.

This role is suited for individuals with a background in production environments, preferably with one or more years’ experience as a helper and at least three years as an oven operator, including familiarity with proofer procedures. Essential to success in this role is the ability to read, comprehend and accurately record relevant job information, ensuring seamless production processes. Flowers Foods promotes inclusivity and equal opportunity, welcoming candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and join its team in a welcoming and supportive workplace.

As an Oven Operator, you will play a vital part in the company’s mission to deliver exceptional baked goods that brighten consumer tables across the nation while growing your career within a company that champions innovation, values, and community connection.

Job Requirements

  • No educational prerequisite
  • Demonstrated ability to read, comprehend and record necessary information applicable to job
  • Ability to work full-time hours
  • Physical capability to stand and operate baking equipment for extended periods
  • Willingness to follow all company policies and safety regulations
  • Ability to respond to instructions and perform multiple duties
  • Commitment to maintaining product quality and safety standards

Job Qualifications

  • One or more years of production experience as a helper
  • Minimum three years as an oven operator
  • Working knowledge of proofer procedures
  • Demonstrated competency in baking equipment operation
  • Ability to read and comprehend job-related documents
  • Strong attention to detail and adherence to safety practices
  • Effective communication skills
  • Capacity to work under supervision and collaborate with a team

Job Duties

  • Prepares proofer by setting humidity and temperature level and proofing time
  • Prepares oven by setting temperature and speed controls
  • Sets up equipment to ensure pan and product flow
  • Checks proofed dough to ensure proper rising, makes necessary adjustments in temperature, humidity and proofing time according to standards
  • Monitors operation of proof box and oven and auxiliary equipment to ensure proper proof and proper bake according to standards, detects and corrects equipment malfunctions
  • Practices and complies with all company policies and procedures including safety and work rules
  • Performs other duties as directed by supervision
  • Ensures compliance with all company policies and procedures including EEO, sexual harassment, safety, Sarbanes Oxley
  • Fulfills work schedules and adheres to attendance policies and other applicable operating rules, policies and procedures

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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