Your Opportunity as Production Utility 1 (Full-time)As a part of the Production Team, you are responsible for several bakery manufacturing activities. As a utility 1 worker, you must be able to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, be able to communicate and work effectively in a team structure and be flexible in work assignments within the utility category. The assignments are as follows: Pan Setter, Feeder, Packer/Carton, Packer/Cases, Shipping Stacker, Handler, Sanitor, Receiver, Palletizer. You will be a part of the Food Defense Team.
Location: Emporia, KS - Hostess Manufacturing Plant
Work Arrangements: 100% On-site, 12-hour shifts, openings on days and nights, hours may vary.
In this role you will: - Works as a helper on one (1) production line in various roles. (i.e., Helper, Indexer, Feeder, Packer, Catcher, etc.)
- Will perform various assigned manual labor tasks to: grasp, lift, move, place, and stack items relating to the production processes assigned.
- Feed, catch and monitors continuous on one (1) production line.
- Visually inspects product for quality and quantity.
- Support quality control programs to ensure production procedures follow best practices of food safety and quality standards.
- Reports all equipment issues to the supervisor or manager as soon as possible.
- Understands and complies with all safety procedures that apply to daily operations.
- Work safely; follow proper lock out/tag out procedure where applicable.
- Maintains a safe and clean environment by adhering to safety policy and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) procedures.
- May assist with cleaning and sanitation of equipment and environment pre- and post-production.
- Maintains excellent customer service and positive attitude towards guests, customers, clients, coworkers, etc.
- Adheres to safety policies and procedures including proper food safety and sanitation.
- May perform other duties not listed.
Tools and Equipment - all tools and equipment which are required to be used by the employees shall be supplied and kept in repair by the employer at no cost to the employee. These items must be kept on the premises.
The Right Place for You We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.
What we are looking for: Minimum Requirements:
- Ability to work night shift.
Additional skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role:
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
- Knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform assigned duties.
- Previous safety training.
- Prior food industry experience.
- Familiarity with bakery equipment.