**Job Title: Operator** **Job Description** The Bakery Operator is an entry-level training position responsible for running various pieces of equipment in production and packaging. You will report to the Line Supervisor and assist with operating any equipment or machinery associated with production and packaging. You will be trained by a subject matter expert per the work instructions and are expected to run the equipment proficiently. Initially, you will not be proficient with all equipment but will focus on selected machinery with the goal of certification for advancement to Senior Operator. You will follow all specifications per our specification sheets, manage proper weights, settings, packaging, quality, speeds, labels, and ingredients, and alert Management if there are any issues compromising product quality. Safety is paramount, and you will not operate equipment deemed unsafe and will alert Management to any safety-related issues. **Responsibilities** + Ensure adherence to all safety, GMP, and quality policies and regulations. + Monitor all areas to ensure product quality and compliance with product specifications. + Assist with training and cross-training when necessary. + Provide breaks and lunch rotations to employees as directed. + Continuously improve knowledge of all products and their requirements. + Maintain cleanliness of all areas during and after production runs, ensuring proper placement of equipment, raw materials, and waste. + Monitor finished product quality, focusing on reducing defects and increasing production throughput. + Communicate actively with team members and supervisors to identify and resolve challenges, improving operational efficiencies. + Perform routine safety checks to ensure the workspace is free from potential safety risks and promote a safe workplace environment. **Essential Skills** + Experience in production, GMP, baking, general labor, picking and packing, warehouse production, manufacturing industry, food handling, and food preparation. + High School Diploma or GED. + Must be 18 or older. + Ability to lift 50lbs continuously throughout the day without assistance. + Ability to push/pull 50lbs continuously throughout the day without assistance. + Ability to stand for 8-12 hours a day. + Willingness to work overtime and weekends if needed. + Basic comprehension of the English language (speak/understand, read/write). **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Non-slip (oil/water rated) safety shoes required (no steel toe needed). + Adherence to all PPE/GMP requirements, including no jewelry, no perfumes/cologne, no fake eyelashes, no fake fingernails, no shorts/spandex/sweats. **Why Work Here?** Our company offers a clear path for career advancement with competitive pay rates. We foster a collaborative and supportive work environment where continuous learning and improvement are encouraged. You will be part of a team that values safety, quality, and efficiency, ensuring a rewarding and dynamic work experience. **Work Environment** This is a manufacturing and GMP environment that can be very hot and loud. It is a fast-paced environment with pleasant aromas. Be prepared for potential gluten/flour exposure. Our GMP requirements include specific rules regarding jewelry, personal hygiene, and work attire, ensuring safety and quality in the workplace. Non-slip safety footwear, smocks, gloves, hairnets, and beard nets are provided and required. Tobacco use, gum chewing, and cell phone use are restricted to designated areas. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sacramento, California. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.