Operator – 1st Shift
A SWEET Place to work!
Our facility in Bonner Springs, KS is one of the largest muffin producers in the country, producing close to 800,000 muffins per day! No matter how our business grows, one thing remains the same: a deep commitment to customer care, exceptional technical expertise and rigorous standards of excellence. Our promise is to deliver fresh ideas and superior formulations that help our customers create a one-of-a-kind experience.
Rise Baking Company was founded by bakery experts passionate about providing our customers with high quality products and providing a positive, collaborative place to work for our people.
We are a company built on elevating expectations. It’s what sets us apart from others in the baking industry. And our people are our finest ingredient.
We believe the quality of our people is just as important as the quality of our products. Our environment encourages creativity, and we value an entrepreneurial and industrious approach to work —a place where honesty, respect, and trust are the essential ingredients for how we do business. We take pride in working with creative individuals with a passion for what they do, and we’re always looking to expand our team.
We offer a wide variety of professional and management opportunities, including sales, product development, account management, general management, finance, engineering, administration, and information systems management. We also employ a diverse workforce of hourly food production, packaging, quality assurance, warehouse, sanitation personnel, leads, and supervisors.
Like our products, our benefits package offers quality that makes a difference.
Coverage options may include:
- Medical, dental, life, disability, vision, and supplemental insurance
- Company paid holidays
- Paid Time Off (PTO) plans
- Performance bonus potential
- 401k plan with company match
Machine Operator – 1st Shift Dry Mix
Mondays thru Thursdays w/ occasional Fridays
7:00 am to 5:30 pm
Job Purpose
Execute production schedules as rated throughout to meet quality, safety, cost and delivery standards.
Essential Functions
- Execute the daily production schedule to meet customer orders
- Ensure timely and accurate production of product, including setup of equipment/supplies, to maintain processing standards
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot production machinery safely and securely as needed to achieve a high standard of performance
- Properly handle ingredients used in production as needed, including staging, measuring, and mixing • Complete all necessary paperwork to company standards
- Adhere to all cleaning procedures in production area
- Adhere to the allergen control program guidelines, including equipment cleaning and verification activities
- Take corrective action as assigned by the Supervisor based on pre-operation and daily self-assessment audit findings
- Participate in investigating issues, finding root causes, and developing solutions for issues that arise in the production area
- Take actions necessary to resolve food safety and quality deficiencies
- Maintain safe working conditions and preserve the integrity of the environmental health and safety system through adherence to the policies and procedures outlined in the safety program
- Participate in mandatory training program requirements
- Comply with all food safety requirements, training, policies, and procedures
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Qualifications (Education/Experience)
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Knowledge of production procedures preferred
- 1+ years of production experience in food manufacturing desired
- Machine operator experience desired
- Basic HMI experience desired
- Basic analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to effectively communicate with peers and leadership
- Ability to work cross-functionally, convey equipment issues, and maintain confidentiality
- Ability to think quickly and handle frequent change
- Detail oriented with the ability to organize and multitask
- Self-motivated, goal oriented, quality driven, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision
- Willingness to work various shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays based on business need
Expectations (Exhibit and Promote Company's Core Values)
- People: We engage, empower, and appreciate our people- they are our finest ingredient
- Safety: We invest in systems, policies, and training that ensure safety
- Customer Partnerships: We make decisions with the customer experience in mind and ensure win/win outcomes
- Collaboration: We leverage each other's unique experiences to drive the best outcomes for our expanding company
- Communication: We inform and listen to our team members, customers, suppliers, and investors
- Results: We prioritize activities that drive profitable growth, and we celebrate our achievements