Production Operator jobs in United Kingdom

FRESH. FORWARD. FLOWERS.

Flowers Foods Inc. (NYSE : FLO) is not just about baking; its about crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite. With 2024 sales of $5.1 billion and as one of the leading producers of packaged bakery goods in the United States Flowers Foods brings passion to the table. From the wholesome goodness of Natures Own and Wonder to the bold and artisanal flavors of Daves Killer Bread, the rustic goodness of Canyon Bakehouse and the sweet delights of Tastykake each product is a celebration of taste and quality. Beyond the oven Flowers Foods fosters a culture that values honesty & integrity, respect & inclusion, sustainability, passion and a commitment to innovation and a recipe for success. Flowers Foods is more than a bakery; it’s a delightful journey into the heart of flavor and community.

Full-time employees are offered the following benefits :

• Comprehensive health and medical benefits
• 401(k) Retirement savings plan
• Professional growth and leadership training
• Paid vacation, holidays and parental leave

Benefits may vary depending on your work location.

Bringing Home the Dough

The production operator I is capable of contributing to an assigned area of the team-oriented production process. Included is the operation of automated production equipment, primary diagnosis of machinery failures, aiding in preventative maintenance and sanitation of all related equipment.

In addition, it is the responsibility of the production operator I to contribute to maintaining a safe work environment for themselves and their fellow technicians.

Position requires the ability to master the use of Enterprise software including data input that impacts production and financial systems, data retrieval, reporting and other functions as instructed.

Position requires demonstration of competency for all on-the-job activities that may have a direct or indirect effect on product safety, legality and/or quality.

Position requires ability to act as a member of a highly functioning team.

Rising to the Challenge : Position Responsibilities

• Check and adhere to production work schedule for job assignments and work reporting times
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures (EEO, Sexual Harassment, Safety, Sarbanes-Oxley, etc.)
• Perform other duties deemed by management to be an integral part of the job, including but not limited to fulfillment of work schedules, adherence to attendance policies and other applicable operating rules, policies and procedures
• Maintain cleanliness of work area at all times while on duty
• May be assigned to operate facility metal detector(s); must be fully trained and certified
• Comply with work rules, safety rules and GMPs

• Set up all equipment according to established standards including pan system, model-K pan-o-mat, proof box and oven
• Ensure an even continuous flow of the proper pans into the pan-o-mat
• Set up all equipment in the pan system including pan stacker, un-stacker and all pan guides on the pan cooling system according to established procedures
• Ensure proper stacking of pans and storage in designated area

• Operate dough pump/kneader divider, rounder and overhead proofer to obtain desired dough piece size and production speed according to standard per product
• Set up divider
• Ensure proper weight and speed on each variety according to standards
• Assist in mixing dough

• Set up all equipment according to established standards (sheeter rollers, flour sifters, settings guide rails, plow settings, pan guides, etc.)
• Ensure dough pieces are proper size and length according to standards
• Ensure proper sheeting, moulding and panning per production standards
• Remove all double dough pieces from pans

• Ensure proper preparation of icings according to formula and scheduled standards
• Align product properly as needed
• Monitor icing roller or T-bar to ensure product is properly covered
• Record icing mix confirmations in Enterprise software

Knead to Know : Preferred Qualifications

Two (2) or more years of related experience.

Additional Ingredients : Essential Job Requirements

High School diploma or equivalency plus successful completion of a technical certification course (e.g. HVAC, auto maintenance/repair, etc.). Equivalent military training or other related technical training or successful completion of at least 45 college credit hours may be substituted for technical training. A technical certification course may include the completion of the AIB Science of Baking course.

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent total rewards package. Pay $27.25 / hr. Please reply by 10 / 10 / 2025. Interested job seekers who successfully complete the series of pre-screening questions and who appear to possess the basic qualifications for this position may be contacted for a telephone interview.

EEO Statement

Flowers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Flowers encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status or people of any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The job description above outlines the general nature and level of work expected from employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this position. Equivalent combination of education, experience and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.

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Employment Type: Part-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1