Production Operator - Swing Shift

Position: Production Operator I - Swing Shift

About Flowers Foods

Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:

FLO) is one of the leading producers of packaged bakery goods in the United States, with 2024 sales of $5.1 billion. The company brings passion to the table through brands such as Nature’s Own, Wonder, Dave’s Killer Bread, Canyon Bakehouse, and Tastykake. Flowers Foods values Honesty & Integrity, Respect & Inclusion, Sustainability, Passion, and Humility.

Job Summary

Production Operator I – Swing Shift

Responsibilities

• Check and adhere to the 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.).
• Performs 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.

When Job Assignment Is:
Pan Machine Operator

• 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.

When Job Assignment Is:
Divider Operator

• 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.

When Job Assignment Is:
Moulder Operator

• 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.

When Job Assignment Is:
Coating/Prep Control Operator

• 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.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

Two (2) or more years of related experience.

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, 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.
• Pay would start at $20.25; please reply by 12/29/2025.
• 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.

If you need assistance with submitting your resume due to a medical condition or disability, please send an e‑mail to Diane Roberts at

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