Production Operator I

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 and reflectsHonesty & Integrity Respect & Inclusion Sustainability Passion and a commitment to innovation and a recipe for success Flowers Foods is more than a bakery its 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 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

When job assignment is :

Pan Machine Operator

When job assignment is :

Divider Operator

When job assignment is :

Moulder Operator

When job assignment is :

Coating / Prep Control Operator

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 (i.e. HVAC auto maintenance / repair etc.). Equivalent military training 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. Please reply by 11 / 25 / 2025. Starting rate $22.05 after 90 days $23.65 after 180 days $25.45 . 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.

If you need assistance with submitting your resume due to a medical condition or disability please send an e-mail to Tamara Baertlein at or (1) .

Key Skills

Data Entry,Forklift,Basic Math,Computer Skills,Math,Packaging,Mechanical Knowledge,Assembly Experience,Plastics Extrusion,Plastics Injection Molding,Heavy Lifting,Manufacturing

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1