Operator I - 2nd Shift (WEST)

Job Description

Job Description

Operator I (Food Manufacturing Plant)

Join the Sweetest Team in Aurora! 
Production 2nd Shift Shift - 3:00 PM-3:00AM 
Wage $17.53/HR

Ready to take your career to the next level? With Dessert Holdings you will help create the desserts people love and celebrate with... Be a part of something sweet! 
Dessert Holdings is the leading premium dessert company in the world. We craft artisanal, scratch-made desserts at scale, combining culinary innovation with the finest real ingredients. With a rich heritage spanning seven distinctive brands, we bring unmatched expertise and tailored solutions to our Retail and Foodservice partners. 

Why You'll Love Working Here

Work with purpose — you help deliver the desserts people celebrate with.
Supportive team environment where your contributions matter.
Growth opportunities across multiple departments.
Training provided — including certifications!
Whether you're building your career or looking for a fresh start, we'll help you grow. 
Dessert Holdings offers benefits such as a choice of comprehensive medical plans, dental and vision insurance, paid vacation and holidays, and retirement contribution to all eligible employees

Opportunity Overview 

Are you ready to elevate your career in manufacturing operations and be a part of creating the world's best desserts?  Dessert Holdings partners with some of North America's most iconic chains to bring people together to celebrate life's sweetest moments! Our team in Aurora, CO is looking for an Operator I. This position is responsible for the safe operations of different baking machinery and is required to provide a consistent quality, following the formula(s) and procedures established by the company without deviation. This position is also responsible for understanding related Quality Management Systems including SQF, HACCP, and GMP to ensure safety and quality of employees and products. The job duties include responsibility for assuring food safety and for food quality for Dessert Holdings products. A supervisor or other person of authority should be notified if any issues or threats to food safety or food quality are observed.

 

What You'll Do Everyday 

• Must be able to operate mixing, baking and decorating machinery in a safe and efficient manner.
• Must maintain production supplies at the prescribed levels so that the line does not shut down for lack of product.
• Performs assignments in accordance with established Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) policies and procedures.
• Reads all product formulas, temperatures, and times according to Building of Materials (BOM).
• Coordinate with Production Leads as to product flow for the mixing of batches.
• Performs assignments in accordance with specifications, instructions and requirements.
• Demonstrates ability to meet production standards on specific assignments within required time.
• Ensures that work ethic provides a positive influence on the production floor.
• Maintains good housekeeping and clean work areas in assigned space.
• Follows production dress code standards and maintains good personal hygiene.
• Reports all production waste to Production Lead or Supervisor.
• Responsible for food safety and food quality throughout production.
• Responsible for notifying a Production Lead when they step off the line to ensure food safety and food quality standards are maintained.
• Performs other duties as required by Supervisor.
• Understands the management of Quality Systems and is familiar with SQF, HACCP, and GMP practices which help ensure the safety within the workplace and the production of a safe and quality product(s).
• Will perform other duties as required by supervisor

What We're Looking For

• Must have reliable transportation and be able to work a flexible schedule.
• Must be willing to work overtime, including weekends if necessary.
• Must be able to read and write in either English or Spanish.
• Must be able to work in a fast paced, team environment.
• Demonstrates good verbal communication skills.
• Able to stay focused in a loud working environment.
• Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment requiring strict work/safety rules 100% of the time.

About Dessert Holdings
Dessert Holdings is a collection of premium dessert companies and brands:  The Original Cakerie, Lawler's Desserts, Atlanta Cheesecake Company, Steven Charles, Dianne's Fine Desserts, Kenny's Great Pies, and Willamette Valley Pie Company.  Dessert Holdings is owned by Bain Capital, is headquartered in St. Paul, MN, employs more than 3,500 people across ten manufacturing facilities, and is continuing its journey of rapid growth.

 
EEO Statement

Dessert Holdings and its related entities provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristics protected by law.