Entry Level Machine Operator Jobs in Laurel, MD (NOW HIRING)

Join the H&S Family of Bakeries – the team behind H&S Family of Bakeries includes Northeast Foods, H&S Bakery and Schmidt Baking Co. – the largest family-owned variety baker in the United States. Headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, we operate a network of 10 bakeries and 30 distribution centers across the country to deliver fresh, high-quality baked goods nationwide, from fast food and quick-service restaurants to cafeterias, hospitals, grocery stores and universities to name a few. We’re passionate about innovation in manufacturing and distribution, leading the way in the industrial baking industry, while creating opportunities for our people to grow and succeed.

Our Core Beliefs:

Be Well, Work Well | Create an Experience | Life-long Learning | Do the Right Thing

The General Help role is an entry-level position in the production department of our bakeries. This role performs various essential duties and tasks including box construction, packing and quality control. This role is a great way to get introduced to manufacturing and begin a long-term rewarding career.

Role & Responsibilities

• Follow all standards and general manufacturing procedures Reviews list of the current production run.
• Communicate information with other employees on the same line/area.
• Ensure the proper handling, stacking, and movement of ingredients and bakery products.
• Complete quality check sheets, dough schedule recording, taking temperatures of product, housekeeping and working in a safe manner.
• Communicates any issues to the proper Supervisor or Manager.
• Perform box construction, packing, and quality control duties as part of the production process.
• Operate and monitor and troubleshoot food machinery safely and efficiently. Review the current production run and communicate any necessary adjustments.
• Complete required quality control tasks, including recording dough schedules, checking temperatures, and documenting on quality check sheets.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards within the work area, following all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

Qualifications:

• Read, comprehend and practice necessary safety procedures and signs. Experience operating machinery
• Willing to work irregular and/or rotating shifts, including split days off (non-consecutive days off) and working holidays and weekends as required
• Ability to arrive at work on time consistently. Must be 18 years or older

Essential Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, and push and pull heavy wheeled equipment or carts in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time during a shift, maintaining a normal range of motion in all extremities.
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, and crouch to access equipment, tools, or materials.
• Ability to use arms, hands and fingers to handle or operate machinery, tools or controls.
• Ability to perceive and respond immediately to visual and audible safety alerts and warnings to ensure the safety of self and others in a fast-paced, hazard-sensitive environment with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work in environments with varying temperatures, noise levels, and airborne particles, odors and fumes.
• Ability to climb stairs, ladders, or work platforms as required by the position.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods using office equipment and computer systems.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and protective clothing for extended periods of time, with or without reasonable accommodation.

What’s in it for you?

At H&S Family of Bakeries, we value our team members and work hard to create a workplace where people can grow and thrive. Along with equitable pay, we provide exceptional benefits designed to support you both at work and in life. Our comprehensive and affordable packages include medical, dental, and vision coverage; short-term disability; retirement savings; paid time off; flexible spending accounts; an employee assistance program; and, of course, some very cool company swag.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

H&S Family of Bakeries is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national

origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or any other factor unrelated to merit.

Offer Determination Guidelines:

The salary range listed for this position is provided in accordance with applicable transparency laws and serves as a general guideline. However, it does not represent a guaranteed salary offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of job-related factors, which may include but are not limited to relevant experience, skills, education, internal equity, market data, and geographic location, including local cost of living. The final offer may vary outside the posted range based on these considerations.