Production Professional - Bread Alone Bakery : Job Details

Job Type Full-time, Part-time, TemporaryDescriptionPosition Overview: The Production Professional is involved with mixing, hand shaping, baking and machine processing of dough to produce finished products that meet consistent high-quality standards. The Production Professional is expected to follow timelines and quality standards set by the company. This is a position that requires working on the floor alongside fellow team members in order to fulfill the needs of the bakery. As such, this role requires an outstanding work ethic, a gritty can do attitude, operational excellence, and diligent work behavior. This is an entry level role, and we are happy to teach you all you need to know to succeed here.Hours: We strive to make schedules as manageable as possible to encourage and allow work/life balance.Bread Alone's Worldview: Bread Alone Began in 1983 with simple intention: To feed people organic bread baked from a wood-fire brick oven. We run the bakery today with the optimistic belief that good food, an equitable economy and a healthy planet can thrive together. At the heart of our endeavors lies the profound belief that individuals are integral to every positive impact we make. Join us as we collectively strive for excellence in aligning our aspirations with meaningful actions.RequirementsDuties and Responsibilities: Duties, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Gain a solid working knowledge of the Bread Alone product line and related quality standards to ensure all products going out the door are up to those standards
• Use and operate large and small pieces of equipment and machinery according to instructions (proofer, weighing scale, Rheon, dough mixer and other necessary equipment)
• Follow the instructions of Supervisors and Managers to maximize efficiency and accuracy of work flow
• Adhere to station specific checklist when setting up and breaking down the work areas
• Perform quality control throughout the course of the day, follow reporting and record keeping procedures, and report problems to supervisor
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area at all times
• Communicate with other Production Professionals, Supervisors and Managers to increase efficiency and productivity
• Have a desire to help make sure Bread Alone delivers consistent and delicious products
• Willing to problem solve and tackle obstacles head-on to ensure each task is completed with excellence

Job Requirements:

• Able to stand for long periods of time while executing tasks quickly and accurately
• Able to work in a physically demanding fast-paced environment
• Able to tolerate exposure to high levels of heat and cold
• Able to twist and bend repeatedly for long periods of time
• Respect for and comfort with a diverse and inclusive workplace
• Able to pull, push, move and lift to waist level and carry awkward and shifting weights up to 50 pounds
• Able to work with, handle, operate, and control hot equipment and products in a safe manner according to Bread Alone guidelines
• Able and willing to use personal protective equipment (PPE) and assigned uniform as required per company policy
• Willing to follow all safety guidelines set out by Bread Alone
• Willing to follow all applicable Good Manufacturing Practices which includes but are not limited to: Removing any visible or exposed piercings and body jewelry, personal accessories, false nails & refraining from makeup at work (ie. mascara or heavy foundation, lipstick)
• Willing to take responsibility for your own and others safety a well as follow safety rules and regulations and report any unsafe conditions to management
• The Bakery is open 365 days a year and team members must be willing to work consistently throughout the year which includes holidays and weekends

Job Type: Part-time, Full-time, Seasonal - non-exemptCompensation Details: Bread Alone is deeply committed to ethically balancing the demands of the business and paying a living wage to all those who contribute to our success. Pay for this position is $17.50 to $28 per hour PLUS Pay Differential.We Offer:

• Pay Differential: An additional 7% will be automatically added to your hourly rate if you are clocked in during Pay Differential hours of 6:00 pm - 4:59 am.
• Company-Wide, Quarterly Bonus: All full-time employees are included in our quarterly bonus program. As you spend more time with us you earn a bigger share of our bonus pool. As our business succeeds, so too will you.
• Twice Annual Review: Every year you will receive 2 rounds of feedback on your professional development and will be eligible for a merit increase during annual reviews
• 401k: Employer match of up to 4% eligible after 6 months of employment must by 21 years old
• Paid Time Off: We respect work-life balance. 8 hours of PTO is accrued every 3 months. Within the first 3 years of employment: Accrue 32 hours at year one, 64 hours at year two, 96 hours at year three!
• Wellness Time: During the first year of employment wellness time for hourly employees is accrued at 1 hour per 30 hours worked totaling a yearly amount of 56 hours. Unused time is paid out at the employee's anniversary!
• CDPHP Health Insurance: Healthcare available through CDPHP.
• Dental Insurance: Available through Delta Dental.
• Vision and Life Insurance: Provided to all employees at no cost
• Educational Assistance: Reimbursed up to $2,000 annually

Salary Description $17.50 to $28 per hour