Fryer Operator
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Job Summary
FRESH. FORWARD. FLOWERS.
Flowers Foods Inc. (NYSE:FLO) is not just about baking; its about crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite. With 2024 sales of $5.1 billion and as one of the leading producers of packaged bakery goods in the United States Flowers Foods brings passion to the table. From the wholesome goodness of Natures Own and Wonder to the bold and artisanal flavors of Daves Killer Bread the rustic goodness of Canyon Bakehouse and the sweet delights of Tastykake each product is a celebration of taste and quality. Beyond the oven Flowers Foods fosters a culture that values and reflectsHonesty & Integrity Respect & Inclusion Sustainability Passion and a commitment to innovation and a recipe for success Flowers Foods is more than a bakery its a delightful journey into the heart of flavor and community.
Full-time employees are offered the following benefits:
- Comprehensive health and medical benefits
- 401(k) Retirement savings plan
- Professional growth and leadership training
- Paid vacation holidays and parental leave
Benefits may vary depending on your work location.
The Fryer Operator prepares the dough by mixing ingredients according to the supervisors instructions and records the dough mix confirmations in the SAP computer addition the Fryer Operator operates the fryer and oversees the quality of product during the frying process. Position requires demonstration of competency for all on-the-job activities that may have a direct or indirect affect on product safety legality andor quality.
Mixing Dough: Employee lifts seven (7) bags of ingredient from pallet leveler which is spring loaded to always keep ingredients to be lifted at 36 inches. Employee lifts the ingredients by sliding bag of ingredient onto 36 inch high Dandy Lift table. The employee then pushes Dandy Lift table to mixing bowl. Next the employee raises the Dandy Lift table by electric control to level of mixing bowl which is 54 inches high. The employee opens bag of ingredient with a bag opener and slides upper end of bag off the table into opening of the mixing bowl letting gravity help remove most of the ingredient. The employee lifts up lower end of the ingredient bag and empties remaining ingredient in the mixing bowl. The employee operates valve and control panel to adjust mix and set mix temperature for various doughs. The employee records the dough mix confirmations in the SAP computer program. The employee prepares 15 20 doughs per eight (8) hour shift.
- After dough is mixed by automatic mixer the employee with the assistance of the second fryer operator/dough mixer pulls mixing bowl away from mixer and positions mixing bowl to automatic lift. The employee then operates control panel to enable mixing bowl to be lifted and tilted to release dough into fryer dough hopper. The employee climbs set of three (3) stairs and rakes remaining dough left in mixing bowl into fryer dough hopper.
Operating Fryer: Employee operates control panel for fryer and oversees donut fryer to make sure proper temperature is maintained and the fryer is operating efficiently so that donuts are fried properly.
Demonstrated ability to perform routine production tasks in accordance with applicable standards as directed by supervisor or person in charge.
Ensures that all internal food safety and quality policies and procedures are followed.
Maintains cleanliness of work area.
Practices and complies with all Company policies and procedures including safety and work rules etc.
Performs other duties as directed by supervision.
Ensures compliance with all company policies and procedures (EEO Sexual Harassment Safety Sarbanes Oxley etc.)
Performance of other duties which are deemed by management to be an integral part of the job including but not limited to fulfillment of work schedules adherence to attendance policies and other applicable operating rules policies and procedures
One or more years of production experience.
No educational prerequisite; however must have demonstrated ability to read comprehend and record information applicable to the job.
Salary Range- $23.43/hr Top Out Pay
We offer a competitive salary and an excellent total rewards package. Please reply by 08/11/2026. Interested job seekers who successfully complete the series of pre-screening questions and who appear to possess the basic qualifications for this position may be contacted for a telephone interview.
EEO Statement
Flowers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Flowers encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin age veteran status disability status or people of any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The job description above outlines the general nature and level of work expected from employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications for this position. Equivalent combination of education experience and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.
If you need assistance with submitting your resume due to a medical condition or disability please send an e-mail to Missy Caddell at or .
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About Company
Headquartered in Thomasville, Ga., Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) is one of the largest producers of packaged bakery foods in the United States with 2022 sales of $4.8 billion. Flowers operates bakeries across the country that produce a wide range of bakery products. Among the ...
