General Production Operator - 3rd Shift

About the Company

Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:

FLO) is not just about baking; it's 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 Nature's Own and Wonder to the bold and artisanal flavors of Dave's Killer Bread, the rustic baked goods 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 honesty, integrity, respect, inclusion, sustainability, passion, and humility.

• 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.

The production operator is capable of contributing to all phases of the production process. Included is the operation of automated production equipment, primary diagnosis of machinery failures, aiding with preventative maintenance, and sanitation of equipment. Operators are expected to be competent to make production decisions concerning the preflight and operation of equipment. Operators must be flexible and adaptable, as they may be required to rotate job assignments throughout production.

In addition, it is the responsibility of the operator to contribute to the maintenance of a safe work environment for themselves and their fellow operators. The position requires demonstration of competency for all on‑job activities that may have a direct or indirect impact on product safety, legality, and/or quality.

• SCALER/DIVIDER OPERATOR
  • Checks production work schedules for job assignment and work reporting time.
  • Checks and maintains production schedule.
  • Scales ingredients.
  • Loads, operates, and unloads mixer(s).
  • Operates dough pump.
  • Checks posted scaling weights and equipment standards.
  • Adjusts and operates one pocket and six pocket dividers.
  • Adjusts and operates rounder.
  • Adjusts and operates overhead proofer.
  • Performs start‑up/shut‑down sanitation and operator's preventative maintenance.
  • Ensures that work area is clean and organized.
  • Performs other duties as directed by supervision.
  • Ensures compliance with all company policies and procedures (EEO, Harassment, Safety, etc.).
• WRAPPING OPERATOR
  • Checks production schedule and verifies product running order.
  • Checks pan count sheet for product quantity.
  • Checks production wrap count sheet for bag types.
  • Sets and operates slicer, bagger, and tier equipment.
  • Performs quality control inspection of finished product.
  • Ensures that product is loaded correctly.
  • Performs start‑up/shut‑down sanitation and operator's preventative maintenance.
  • Ensures work area is clean and organized.
  • Performs other duties as directed by supervision.
  • Ensures compliance with all company policies and procedures (EEO, Harassment, Safety, etc.).
• PALLETIZER
  • Checks production schedule and verifies product running order.
  • Checks to ensure that the proper program is running.
  • Checks pallets, slip sheets, etc. for quantity.
  • Performs start‑up/shut‑down sanitation and operator's preventative maintenance.
  • Ensures work area is clean and organized.
  • Performs other duties as directed by supervision.
  • Ensures compliance with all company policies and procedures (EEO, Harassment, Safety, etc.).
• Similar responsibilities apply when assignment is ROLL LINE OPERATOR, BOARD MONITOR, RETARD BOX MONITOR.
• All employees will be responsible and accountable for ensuring the quality and safety of every function and all products.

• Two years related bakery or production experience.

• High school diploma or equivalency.

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent total rewards package. Rate of pay is $19.10 – $21.22 per hour. Please reply by 11/13/2025. 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.

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