Job Description:
Production Line Worker – Northbrook, ILHighland Baking Company is seeking energetic and dependable individuals to join our Northbrook team as full-time Production Line Workers. This position supports our commercial bakery operations by preparing dough for baking, handling trays and pans, inspecting products, and maintaining a clean and safe production area. Available ShiftsSecond Shift: 12:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Third Shift: 8:00 p.m.–4:30 a.m. Overtime and schedule flexibility may be required. Attendance Bonus Eligible employees may earn: An additional $1.00 per hour for hours worked between 4:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. An additional $1.75 per hour for hours worked between 6:00 p.m. and 4:00 a.m. Attendance bonus eligibility is subject to company policy.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Place and organize dough on trays and pans for proper baking.
Load and unload trays and pans from conveyor systems.
Operate and monitor assigned production equipment.
Inspect products to ensure quality standards are met.
Set up and operate topping dispensers when required.
Clean, organize, and stack trays and pans for reuse.
Move stacked pans and materials using a manual pallet jack.
Assist with lifting and handling ingredient containers.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe production area.
Follow all GMP, HACCP, food-safety, quality, and workplace-safety requirements.
Report equipment, product-quality, and safety concerns to a supervisor.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Dependable, organized, and attentive to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Willingness to learn how to operate production equipment.
Previous manufacturing or food-production experience is preferred but not required.
Familiarity with GMP, HACCP, and workplace-safety practices is preferred.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand and walk for 8–12 hours.
Ability to frequently bend, reach, twist, squat, push, and pull.
Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to perform repetitive tasks throughout the shift.
