Remedy is thrilled to be working with a local Buffalo, NY company, with an urgent need for a Bench Hand.

The Bench Hand or baker, bench; dough molder, hand. Forms dough for bread, buns, and other bakery products. They roll dough to desired thickness with rolling pins or tools / guides dough through rolling machine among other tasks.

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Job Title: Bench Hand / Baker (Direct Hire)

Job Type: Full Time / Permanent / Direct Hire

• Hours: Normal work schedule is Monday – Friday from 12:15 pm – 8:15 pm. (8 hour shifts)
• During busy season, the shift may be modified to include Monday – Friday 2:15 pm – 12:15 am. (10 hour shifts).

Location: Buffalo, NY

Pay: $ 23-25/ hour based upon experience

Benefits: Competitive compensation.

Essential job duties for this role will include:

• Understands how to follow the batch plan
• Records daily batches, dough weights, and any deviations in the log book
• Understands how to use and the purpose of the log book: Records daily batches / Dough weights / deviations / other pertinent info and data
• Understands Adamatic equipment used for each size dough being processed
• Understands what equipment to use when running Rye products as well as pizza dough
• Knowledge of how to set up the line using rounders / Rye bread equipment / dough lift / Glimek, etc.
• Understands how to fill out the weight verification document including deviations
• Knows where to find weight verification documentation and where to turn in at end of shift
• Understands how to change weights on the Adamatic
• Understands how to change weights on the Glimek
• Understand how to start / stop Adamatic line and Glimek line. Also to turn on/off flour sifters.
• Understands the color coded allergen identification system and how to prevent contamination
• Other duties to have knowledge of: how to scale Calcium Propionate, limiting air born dust, how yeast is affected by salt, sugar, and CalPro.
• How to operate mixer controls, use reset buttons, how to stop mixers, understands the importance of timing (effect on dough and process)
• Additional processes and steps in regards to baking process
• Maintaining a clean and sanitary work space and equipment and safety during the process.

We're looking for a Bench Hand or Baking professional with the following background profile/skillset:

• 3 – 5 years' experience in a Bench Hand related role
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Keen attention to detail with excellent mathematical skills
• Maintain an orderly work environment with an ability to manage and meet deadlines
• Safety conscientious / reliable and detail oriented to tasks.
• Normal work schedule is Monday – Friday from 12:15 pm – 8:15 pm. (8 hour shifts)
• During busy season, the shift may be modified to include Monday – Friday 2:15 pm – 12:15 am. (10 hour shifts).
• Must be willing to work Saturday overtime
• Must be willing to support packaging department if shorthanded (hand palletizing, labeling boxes, packing boxes).
• Attendance must be flawless. Must be on production floor ready to work at scheduled start time, every day.

If you are a knowledgeable Bench Hand / Baking professional with experience, we strongly urge you to apply today for immediate consideration

(Please note we will immediately begin sending initial interview invitations to qualitied candidates via email so please be sure you're applying with your most up-to-date resume and contact info and keep an eye on your inbox/junk mail)

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