Production Donut Foreperson -Dunford Bakery

Franz Family Bakery, founded in 1906 in the Pacific Northwest, stands as one of the country’s most successful and well-established bakeries. With a long history of producing high-quality baked goods, Franz Family Bakery has grown to become a leading name in the bakery industry, employing over 4,000 dedicated professionals. The bakery’s products are marketed under a variety of premium labels that emphasize quality ingredients and a superior baking process. Their extensive distribution network reaches customers across several western states including Alaska, Idaho, California, Utah, Montana, Oregon, and Washington. Dunford is a part of the Franz Family of bakeries, which highlights their commitment to excellence and collaboration within the industry.

Franz Bakery offers a dynamic and rewarding workplace where career growth and professional development are highly encouraged. The employment type is full-time, with wages starting at $23.75 per hour. Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package along with opportunities to advance their skills and career paths. The bakery culture promotes teamwork, safety, and quality in every aspect of their operations.

The role of Production Foreman at Franz Family Bakery is an exciting opportunity for individuals looking to lead and grow within a fast-paced production environment. This position is integral to ensuring the successful production of a variety of pastry and baked goods. The Production Foreman is responsible for supervising and coordinating the activities within their department during the shift. This includes guaranteeing the production of quality products in a safe, clean, and efficient manner that meets established standards and schedules.

The Production Foreman assists with multiple tasks, adapting to changing production needs daily. This role is pivotal in managing equipment setup to ensure smooth start-ups and continuous operation throughout the production cycle. Monitoring products for proper slicing, packaging, and coding according to both internal and SQF Food Safety guidelines is a critical component of the job. Collaboration with the engineering department to adjust equipment for maintaining product quality and meeting on-time production schedules is also expected.

Training and mentoring employees to meet the standards in safety, quality, cost-efficiency, and service is a key part of the foreman’s responsibilities. They are also tasked with ensuring communication within the team is clear and effective, fostering a work environment where problems are addressed swiftly and resolutions are reached promptly. Safety holds paramount importance in this position, requiring adherence to plant safety protocols, proper use of Lock-Out Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures, and promoting safe work techniques throughout the team.

This role demands a proactive leader who is dedicated, detail-oriented, and capable of motivating a team to perform at their best. The Production Foreman is a vital link between production staff and management, ensuring that all operational goals are met while maintaining the highest standards for quality and safety in the workplace.