General Helper - Production

Alpha Baking Co., Inc.
  • Chicago, IL
  • Quick Apply
2 days ago

Job Description

Alpha Baking Company operates three (3) shifts around the clock 365 days per year. We cannot guarantee that any employee is permanently assigned to a particular shift or that any employee is guaranteed specific or the same days off each week. Additionally, this position requires work of a physical nature in a work environment that it subject to very hot and very cold conditions.

Job Overview:
Our commercial bakery, operated by a union, is seeking a skilled Production candidate to work in a fast-paced environment on all three shifts. The Production employee will be responsible for producing high-quality bakery products while adhering to food safety and quality standards. This role requires a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with other team members.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Operate production machinery and equipment to produce high-quality bakery products.
  • Ensure all production activities are carried out in compliance with food safety and quality standards.
  • Follow recipes and formulas to accurately measure and mix ingredients.
  • Perform quality checks on products to ensure they meet specifications.
  • Troubleshoot equipment and machinery as needed to ensure efficient operation.
  • Complete production records and other documentation accurately and in a timely manner
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area, including proper storage of ingredients and finished products.
  • Work collaboratively with other team members to ensure production goals are met.
  • Adhere to all safety policies and procedures.

Compensation and Benefits:
This is a union position, and the pay rate will be based on the collective bargaining agreement. Benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and paid time off.

If you are a hardworking, dedicated individual who is looking for a challenging and rewarding career in a fast-paced environment, please submit your resume.

Salary Transparency:
$22.21/Hour

Required qualifications, skills and experience:

Qualifications:

  • Prior experience in a food manufacturing environment is preferred but not required.
  • Ability to read and understand SOPs, safety rules, and production schedules.
  • Ability to perform basic math calculations, such as measuring ingredients accurately.
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods of time.
  • Must be willing to work in a fast-paced, production-driven environment.
  • Must be able to work all three shifts (day, evening, and night) and overtime as needed.

Skills and Abilities:

  • Attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
  • Ability to work well in a team environment and follow instructions.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Ability to adapt to change and work under pressure.

Numbers & Facts

LocationChicago, IL

Skills

  • Bakeryunmatched
  • Collective Bargainingunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Compensation and Benefitsunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Food Productionunmatched
  • Food Safetyunmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
  • Mathematicsunmatched
  • Operations Managementunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Production Machiningunmatched
  • Production Scheduleunmatched
  • Production Systemsunmatched
  • Quality Metricsunmatched
  • Safety Complianceunmatched
  • Safety Processunmatched
  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)unmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched

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