Bakery Production Associate

Bakery Production Associate Timonium, MD Job Details Full-time $16 - $17 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Qualifications Food and beverage product quality management Food production Food handling Food processing Packing Labeling Dishwashing Unloading Safety standards in production Sanitation procedures Quality control Baked goods Bag packaging Packaging (food) Clean workspace maintenance Entry level

Full Job Description Position Title:

Bakery Production Associate Type of Position:

Hourly, 40 hours/week

Schedule:

1st

Shift:

Monday through Friday, 5:00 AM to 1:00 PM Starting in April, production will transition to a 6-day schedule (Monday through Saturday) Employees are assigned to designated coverage groups and will be required to work scheduled Saturdays When scheduled for a Saturday shift, one weekday off will be provided based on group assignment

Benefits:

Medical plan administered by CareFirst, with $350 monthly employer contribution Dental and vision coverage through CareFirst Short-term and long-term disability through Mutual of Omaha 401(k) through John Hancock with employer match up to 4 percent, fully vested upon hire 7 paid holidays annually 1 week of PTO, accrued and available after 90 days Employee discount on all granola products

Position Summary:

The Bakery Production Associate is a key member of Michele's Granola's small-batch production team. This role supports all areas of production, including food preparation, baking, packaging, and sanitation, while maintaining high standards for quality, safety, and efficiency. This position requires standing for extended periods, repetitive motion, working at a steady pace, lifting up to 50 pounds, and pushing up to 150 pounds.

Key Responsibilities:

Follow all recipes, food handling, baking, packaging, and cleaning procedures Maintain consistency in product quality and adhere to all quality assurance standards Perform routine cleaning and sanitation duties throughout the shift, including dishwashing, sweeping, and equipment cleaning Ensure a clean and safe production environment to prevent contamination and control allergens Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors Report any production, equipment, or facility issues to management promptly Support additional production, quality control, or facility needs as assigned

Production Duties:

Measure and mix ingredients according to recipe specifications Weigh and spread product onto sheet pans Load and unload oven racks following safety and quality guidelines Bake and cool product according to standards Fill, weigh, label, and seal granola bags Pack and label finished cases for distribution Complete pre-shift, mid-shift, and end-of-shift cleaning tasks

Basic Expectations:

Strong attention to detail and ability to follow processes consistently Reliable attendance and punctuality Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment Maintain high standards of hygiene, safety, and professionalism Positive attitude and teamwork mindset #IND26