Job Details
About the Organization
You've seen the truck rolling through town and the silhouette logo on bread shelves in grocery stores, but do you know Aunt Millie's? We are a family-owned bread company headquartered in Fort Wayne, Indiana with locations and distribution throughout the Midwest. Perfection Bakeries began in 1901 and today the family has grown to include several brands, including Aunt Millie's, and over 1200 valued employees. Baking quality bread products is what we do, but when it comes to a career, we know you need more than bread.
Location
807 Palmer Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
Description
Schedule:
Availability to work any shift, 3-day work week schedule and 12-hour days.
About Aunt Millie's:
Aunt Millie's, a popular family-owned bakery, has been celebrated for its commitment to quality and community since its inception. Renowned for producing a wide range of baked goods from breads to pastries, Aunt Millie's prides itself on using traditional recipes and fresh, locally sourced ingredients. This establishment not only offers a nostalgic embrace of home-style baking but also operates with a forward-thinking mindset towards sustainability and innovation in food production.
Why Work Here:
We are proud of the products we make and we're even more proud of how we make them. Aunt Millie's combines the best ingredients, recipes, and people to produce consistently high-quality breads and rolls that you will be proud to represent. We invest in good ingredients and good people alike, so that at Aunt Millie's you'll have more than a job, you'll have a career you can be proud of.
Perks and Benefits:
Aunt Millie's provides a range of benefits including healthcare coverage, competitive wages, retirement savings options, life insurance, wellness incentives, and paid time off. Specific details regarding these benefits will be provided by the team upon offer, tailored to the role.
Position Summary:
As a Production Worker, you will perform various tasks related to the manufacturing and production of bakery products. This role is essential in ensuring the efficient and high-quality production of bakery products at Aunt Millie's Bakeries.
Essential Job Functions:
- Operating machinery and equipment used in the production process, such as mixers, ovens, and packaging machines.
- Weighing and measuring ingredients according to recipes and production schedules.
- Mixing, kneading, shaping, and baking dough to produce bread, rolls, and other baked goods.
- Monitoring the production process to ensure product quality and consistency.
- Performing quality checks on finished products to ensure they meet company standards.
- Packaging finished products for distribution, including labeling and sealing packages.
- Cleaning and maintaining work areas and equipment to ensure a safe and sanitary production environment.
- Following all safety protocols and procedures to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Communicating effectively with supervisors and team members to coordinate production activities and address any issues that arise.
Position Requirements Minimum Position Qualifications/Education: - Availability to work any night during the work week, including weekends and holidays.
- Demonstrated solid and verifiable work history with minimal or no gaps in employment.
- Previous experience in food or baking production is advantageous.
- Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 50 lbs.
- Punctuality and self-discipline are essential attributes.
EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
This position is currently accepting applications.