Bakery Lead

Job Summary

At Richelieu Foods we are making Great Food from Great People. We are looking for an experienced Bakery Lead who is comfortable driving transformation while reinforcing a culture of support and development.

Our Bakery Lead ensures timely and accurate production in accordance with customer specifications and company standards. Oversee the entire manufacturing process, with a focus on safety and consistently producing the highest quality products possible for our customers. This role supports the Bakery Manager by coaching production associates, serving as an expert on production processes and procedures as well as a trainer for new employees and refresher training.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Follow specification bundles to program mixer to add the desired amount of water, flour and oil.
• Weigh minor ingredients and visually inspect for foreign material.
• Follow specification bundles to program and adjust divider to deliver target dough weight.
• Set intermediate proofer for appropriate dwell time.
• Calibrate press to correct temperature and time.
• Fill in for operators for cross-functional training.
• Performs various duties including, but not limited to safe operation of (mixers, divider, press, etc.), mixing ingredients, moving and/or stacking materials and equipment used in the production of fresh baked products.
• Record correct lot numbers & quantities for traceability. Record and document product attributes, with a focus and emphases on hitting target specifications to ensure process control.
• Lead team to meet or exceed departmental productivity levels. Train others to perform bakery activities and functions.
• Have familiarity with entire product line as well as assisting in maintaining accurate inventory levels for finished goods, raw materials and WIPs.
• Assists maintenance to make any/all repairs to equipment.
• Perform proactive maintenance on a routine basis to identify and eliminate any mechanical issues that can cause downtime.
• Perform repairs necessary to support equipment needs and production throughputs & efficiencies. Remove all tools and debris from maintenance activities in the bakery.
• Follows and enforces food safety and food quality plans to ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Standards and audits.
• Acts with a continuous improvement mindset with a focus on improving efficiencies while decreasing waste.
• Receive flour deliveries, following unloading flour process from proper verification of paperwork and:
• Inspect seals on flour delivery truck (with QA employee) before accepting the delivery.
• Monitor flour delivery, until completed.
• Complete EOS and QA inspections.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Manager.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2-3 years experience in a food manufacturing environment
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to measure ingredients and follow written instructions.
• Must have experience working with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Must have experience with quality and hygiene requirements common in food manufacturing.

COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Mechanical aptitude
• Reliable and dependable
• Ability to lead fairly, firmly and consistently.
• Ability to interact and to manage conflict in stressful situations while maintaining composure and perspective.
• The ability to identify, define, and solve problems, and to coach production employees to do the same.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work cooperatively and maintain a professional working relationship with employees.
• Ability to perform LOTO (employee level) on related production equipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. The work environment is cold (30 to 35 degrees) on the manufacturing floor.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for the duration of the production shift; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is infrequently required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 70 pounds with assistance.

We offer a fantastic opportunity with a comprehensive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, short-term disability, 401K with company match, and vacation.

Founded in 1862, Richelieu Foods, Inc. is a private brand and contract packing food company with a rich history. Widely known in the food and supermarket industry for its superior array of private brand products, Richelieus principal business segment is retail frozen and deli pizza. Richelieu Foods provides the highest quality products and services with competitive pricing for our Retail, Corporate Brands, and Contract Packing customers. Richelieu Foods is headquartered in Wheeling, Illinois, and operates three manufacturing facilities across the Midwest (Wheeling, IL; Beaver Dam, WI; Washington Court House, OH).

Richelieu Foods, Inc.is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, military service, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

This position is based out of our Wheeling, IL location.