Bakery Operations Manager Jobs in Athens, GA (NOW HIRING)

Benson's Bakery offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package for all full-time employees. We offer vacation, holiday pay, free single coverage health insurance + company paid life insurance, disability insurance, dental and vision insurance, 401K.

Position Summary

Performs a variety of tasks associated with the maintenance and upkeep of equipment used in the production process. Follows exact maintenance and safety instructions indicating the proper maintenance of equipment and tools.

Position Responsibilities/ Major Duties

• Shall communicate with maintenance manager, plant management and quality control concerning all pertinent food safety and quality issues.
• Knowledge of Single phase and three phase electrical.
• VFD and PLC basics
• Knowledge and experience with control troubleshooting.
• Millwright ability checking and changing drive components, replacing and align shafts, install bearings, install gearboxes and or chains and sprockets.
• Ability to do general welding and fabrication.
• Knowledge and ability to do machine set ups at start up.
• Basic knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulics.
• General knowledge of facilities maintenance to include basic plumbing, lighting maintenance, and painting.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of work assignments, prevent maintenance completions and takes necessary corrective action if necessary.
• Requisitions tools, equipment and supplies necessary to maintain plant equipment while adhering to established budget constraints.
• Maintains safe working environment for all employees/contractors. Participates in development, implementation, and enforcement of safety programs.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area.
• Complies with all company policies and procedures (GMPs, Plant Rules, EEO, Sexual Harassment, Safety, etc.).
• Maintains safe working environment for all employees/contractors. Participates in development, implementation, and enforcement of safety programs. Participates in accident investigations. Promotes employee safety in all areas of operation.
• Performs other duties as directed by management.

Qualifications

Essential Job Functions/Requirements

• License / certification as required.
• Must be physically capable of rapid, unimpeded movement to all areas of the plant.
• Ability to generate written communication, operate computer keyboard and other required office equipment. Ability to read and review written communication, Blueprints schematics, etc.
• Speech and hearing abilities to communicate clearly and distinctly in English (in person and via telephone) and/or other language, if required.
• Ability to research, ascertain, develop, implement and monitor required policies and procedures.
• Ability to wear and use approved, applicable safety equipment, as needed.
• Ability to read, comprehend and practice necessary safety procedures, signs, etc.
• Must meet/maintain CDC food handling requirements and other governmental and/or customer requirements.
• Performance of other duties which are 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.

Desired Experience

MUST have industrial maintenance experience in conveyor belt systems, packing/packaging machines, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical. Experience in a food production environment a plus. Minimum 3 years’ experience working in Plant Maintenance and should have experience in mechanical troubleshooting, electrical, and PLC controls. Applicants must be available to work any day, Sunday through Saturday 8pm -6am

Desired Education

Associate or higher College Degree. Completion of AIB Maintenance program.

Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform most of the essential functions for the position. Benson's is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Benson's is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the bases of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age or other legally protected status.