Apply Now: Bread Support-2nd shift

Company: E. A. Sween Company
Location: Hodges
Posted on: June 26, 2025

Job Description:

Who We Are Since 1955, we have been on a mission To Passionately Feed Millions Daily with High Quality Food People Enjoy! We are a third-generation family-owned and professionally managed organization with a commitment to strategic growth. We continue to be successful because of talented people, just like you, who choose to join our family and call E.A. Sween home. We pride ourselves on fostering a welcoming, respectful, and rewarding culture where employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work each and every day. At E.A. Sween, our team members are seen, heard, and appreciated not just for what they do, but for who they are. We hope you’ll join us! Second Shift - Monday - Thursday 4pm-2:30am. Starting pay is $18 per hour with the $1.25 shift differential. E.A. Sween is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Veteran/Disability What We’re Seeking A responsible individual who is quality-conscious, that will transport, receive and inventory all incoming bread products. What You’ll Do (Responsibilities) General - Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure food safety and integrity. - Always follow safety protocols and use designated Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in required areas. - Follow additional tasks as assigned by Supervisor, Lead or Line Controller. - Collaborate, communicate, and learn from people with different backgrounds, cultures, abilities, languages, or perspectives. Food Safety and Quality - Execute assigned food safety, quality and continuous improvement ensuring to support SQF requirements, regulatory requirements, and customer’s requirements. - Report any questionable products to Line Controller, AQ, QC, Lead or Production Supervisor before bringing to line. Leadership - Assist in providing a friendly & positive work environment. - Follow Company policies & procedures. Lean/Continuous Improvement - Control and watch for material waste, i.e., floor waste, over portioning of raw material on sandwiches. - Transfer bread to and from various locations using handheld device. - While unloading the trailers, monitor the condition of the products and the trainer for pest infestation and other objectionable materials. - Make sure that all stacks of bread/buns are clearly labeled as to the date it was manufactured and potentially the date it was frozen and taken out of the freezer. Line up bread in order of date and use per line bread staging area. - Perform and monitor inventory counts throughout the production week. - Remove any empty racks and dollies from the bread prep area. Make sure to put the correct racks and dollies on the correct supplier’s trailer. - Sweep the bread/bun dock area floor as needed. Ensure there is no debris in the aisle daily. - Record any product disposed of on the proper paperwork and give to the Data Center so that bread balancing can take place. - Keep exit doors and walkways clear of clutter and not blocked. Equipment & PPE - Dollies - Racks - Pallet jack - Fork lift - Scan guns - Hard hat What You’ll Need (Qualifications) Required - Able to work well with others and have a teamwork mindset; communicated effectively as possible. - Able to maintain a good attendance record. - Able to keep work area clean, safe and organized. - Organizational experience necessary. - Able to communicate in English. - Able to lift up to 50 lbs. - Depending on production schedule, must be able to lift over 10 lbs occasional within a 10-12.5 hour shift, depending on your assigned schedule. - Overtime may be required as needed. Preferred - Food related experience. Physical Demands/Work Environment - Able to work in cool conditions (35-45 degrees) continuously. - Able to be on feet continuously. - Able to bend, turn, push, pull frequently. - Able to lift up to 50 lbs rarely. - Able to reach overhead frequently. How You’ll Find Success at EAS - Value People Most of All: Show respect & care, embrace diversity, and empower others. Commit to Safety Everyday: See something say something do something, practice safe behavior, and celebrate safety success. - Invest in Our Company to Thrive: Share ideas to improve, learn & grow, and embrace change. - Think Before Doing And Act Decisively: Make thoughtful decisions, work together to find solutions, and do what’s right. - Welcome Constructive Straight Talk: Be honest and respectful even when difficult, be open to ideas and feedback, and ask questions to understand. - Serve Up Exceptional Experiences: Provide value to customers, take pride in your work, and help others to be successful. - Enjoy What You Do!: Have a positive attitude, Live the Spirit of E.A. Sween, and celebrate success.

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