at The Hershey Company in Deerfield, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Baker - Lawrence Plant
Posted Date:
May 15, 2024
Requisition Number:
121967
Location: Lawrence, KS
We are mixing up something new in Lawrence, KS. This is an exciting time to join our team. Pretzels, Inc is now a part of Hershey Salty Snacks. We have over 40 years of experience in making pretzels and delivering high quality snacks to consumers.
Pay:
Starting at $20.75/hr, overnight shift has $2/hr shift differential
Overtime every other week
Total Rewards:
Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, & Vision) Starting Day 1
401(k) Retirement Plan- with generous company match
Paid Time off
Shifts:
Night shift available
12 hours shifts (6pm-6am)
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
Qualified applicants will receive a phone call to schedule an onsite interview
Post Offer background check and drug screen required
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:
Follow all SOPs to keep consistent product quality
Know how to start up and shut down the lines
Recognize the different dough textures
Keep hoppers filled with proper amount of dough
Properly measure the minor ingredients by performing catch samples
Check dough temperature
General Housekeeping in bakery
Check the flour sifter each shift
Check all drives, cookers, salters, ovens, dryers, discharge, and proofing conveyors to ensure they are properly operating and set to correct settings
Document cuts per minute as required
Check and record caustic every 30 minutes record on BakerQC
Check wet weights/length every 30 minutes record on BakerQC
Make inventory moves in Epicor
Record all ingredient lot numbers
Keep salter full with the correct level.
Notify leads, QA, and packers of any bad product and how long it will last
Communicate with immediate supervisor if any problems arise
All other duties assigned by supervisor and management
Minimum Qualifications:
Must be at least 18 years of age at time of hire.
High School diploma or GED
One month related experience or training
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions
Ability to effectively present information to other employees of the organization
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, and decimals
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
Ability to deal with problems and find solutions in real time
Preferred Qualifications:
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:
Thephysical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functionsof 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.
Must be in good physical condition to perform the tasks assigned.
Frequently required to stand and walk.
Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.
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.
Nearest Major Market: Lawrence
The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of The Hershey Company is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veterans
