Oven Operator - US Waffle Company - All Shifts

Job Summary

The Industrial Oven Operator is responsible for baking products to meet quality, consistency, and safety standards. This includes operating large-scale oven equipment, monitoring baking times and temperatures, and making necessary adjustments. The operator must stay alert to temperature, timing, and product flow while working in a fast-paced, high-heat industrial environment. The ideal candidate follows all GMP, safety, and food safety rules, works well with a team, and pays close attention to detail.

Work Schedule and Pay

1st Shift

• Hours: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM (Monday through Friday)
• Weekends: As needed
• Pay: $17.00 during training / $19.00 once fully trained

2nd Shift

• Hours: 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM (Monday through Friday)
• Weekends: As needed
• Pay: $17.50 during training / $19.50 once fully trained

3rd Shift

• Hours: 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM (Monday through Friday)
• Weekends: As needed
• Pay: $17.75 during training / $19.75 once fully trained

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Key Responsibilities

• Perform pre-operational inspections of baking equipment and document results
• Conduct proper batch identification, allergen management, color coding, and temperature checks
• Transition between workstations as needed to maintain product quality
• Collaborate with team members to manage dough quality and adhere to recipes
• Ensure each batch meets high-quality standards by inspecting for accuracy and consistency
• Maintain, clean, and document all tools and utensils used in the mixing process according to color coding and safety protocols
• Support other production departments as necessary
• Maintain cleanliness of production equipment and work area
• Consistently follow all company policies and procedures, including GMP, Quality, Food Safety, and Health & Safety
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of industrial baking experience
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English (Spanish bilingual preferred)
• Intermediate math skills
• Basic computer proficiency with ability to learn proprietary software
• Moderate mechanical aptitude

Physical and Safety Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 70 lbs
• Compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and food safety requirements
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required
• Report food safety concerns or unsafe conditions to a lead or supervisor
• Constant walking and standing on hard concrete surfaces
• Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, pushing, lifting, and climbing
• Work in hot and cold conditions, with exposure to flour dust, wet floors, occasional smoke, and fumes from burned products