Baker - Plymouth, IN

Location: Plymouth, IN

We are mixing up something new inPlymouth, IN. This is an exciting time to join our team. We hold ourselves to the highest of quality standards. Each bag of Dot's Pretzels tastes as if they were made straight from the home kitchen of Dot herself. Our foundation is built on relationships. We are family. We believe in our employees and lead by example. The Dot's Pretzels brand has seen an enormous amount of growth, so we are looking for employees to become a part of our team in thePlymouth, INlocation.

Pay:

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  Starting at $21.50/hr

  
  

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  Bi-weekly pay

  
  

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  $500 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates

  
  

Total Rewards:

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  Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, & Vision) starting Day 1!

  
  

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  401(k) Retirement Plan

  
  

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  Paid Time off

  
  

Shifts:

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  Night shift available

  
  

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  12-hour shifts (6pm-6am)

  
  

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  Plant operates on various schedules (schedule assignment determined by candidate preference and plant needs):

  
  

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    2-2-3 schedule: 2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off rotation.Working 3-4 days/week (One week: Sun, Wed, Thurs& Next week:Mon, Tues, Fri, Sat).

    
    
  
  
  
  

Candidate Process:

Please note- communication will be through phone, email, and text. Ensure you have access to a valid email address

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  Candidates are required to take and pass an online pre-hire assessment

  
  

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  Qualified applicants will receive a phone call to schedule an onsite interview

  
  

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  Post Offer background check anddrug screenrequired

  
  

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:

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  Follow all SOPs to keep consistent product quality

  
  

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  Recognize the different dough textures

  
  

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  Keep hoppers filled with proper amount of dough

  
  

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  Properly measure the minor ingredients by performing catch samples

  
  

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  Check dough temperature

  
  

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  Check the flour sifter each shift

  
  

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  Check all drives, cookers, salters, ovens, dryers, discharge, and proofing conveyors to ensure they are properly operating and set to correct settings

  
  

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  Document cuts per minute as required

  
  

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  Check and record caustic every 30 minutes record on BakerQC

  
  

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  Check wet weights/length every 30 minutes record on BakerQC

  
  

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  Make inventory moves in S4 Hana

  
  

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  Record all ingredient lot numbers

  
  

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  Keep salter full at accurate level specified

  
  

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  Notify leads, QA, and packers of any bad product and how long it will last

  
  

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  Communicate with immediate supervisor if any problems arise

  
  

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  All other duties assigned by supervisor and management

  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

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  Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire.

  
  

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  High School diploma or GED

  
  

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  One-month related experience or training

  
  

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  Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions

  
  

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  Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, and decimals

  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

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  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.

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  Must be in good physical condition to perform the tasks assigned.

  
  

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  Frequently required to stand and walk.

  
  

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  Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.

  
  

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  Work environment conditions may require/recommend the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to eye safety glasses, side shields, hearing protection and hair/beard nets.

  
  

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by team members assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, qualifications or working conditions.