Full-Time

Food Safety Technician 1

2nd Shift

Updated on 8/22/2026

King's Hawaiian

King's Hawaiian

501-1,000 employees

Bakery producing Original Hawaiian Sweet Rolls

Compensation Overview

$22.81/hr

Torrance, CA, USA

In Person

Occasional travel to another state may be required.

Category
Cleaning & Custodial Services (1)
Required Skills
CPR
First Aid

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Requirements
  • A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
  • One year of experience in a food manufacturing facility is required.
  • The employee must be able to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals written in English.
  • The employee must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
  • The employee must maintain CPR and AED certification; the company will provide periodic recertification training.
  • The employee must be able to perform the stated physical demands, including standing, walking, handling, reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, talking, and hearing.
  • The employee must be able to work around moving mechanical parts, wet or humid conditions, high or precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold, and high noise levels.
  • The employee must have a flexible work schedule and be available to work on a shift basis, including all shifts.
Responsibilities
  • Clean equipment areas and perform periodic cleaning work.
  • Sweep, mop, and maintain offices, restrooms, lunchrooms, and outside areas.
  • Perform work safely using the directed methods.
  • Follow and maintain the warehouse sanitation program using the Master Cleaning Schedule and ensure accurate procedures are implemented in all warehouses.
  • Evaluate sanitation issues related to ingredient interactions during dough mixing to ensure sanitation standards are not compromised.
  • Work with the Food Safety Supervisor to maintain plant procedures and operating guidelines that ensure compliance with food laws and labeling requirements.
  • Use appropriate cleaners and sanitizers for food-processing equipment and plant facilities.
  • Perform daily self-inspections and use monitoring techniques to identify sanitation issues with equipment.
  • Inspect work before it is checked by the foreman.
  • Follow the Lockout/Tagout Safety program.
  • Help train new employees and employees who change job classifications.
  • Report equipment problems immediately to the foreman or supervisor.
  • Communicate safety and health matters and promote safety in operations.
  • Follow all general and specific safe-job procedures applicable to the position.
  • Plan and carry out job assignments without creating hazards for yourself or other employees.
  • Report all incidents in a timely manner.
  • Occasionally operate a motor vehicle or travel to another state on behalf of the company.

King’s Hawaiian is a family-owned bakery that produces and distributes baked goods, led by its flagship Original Hawaiian Sweet Rolls along with a range of other bread and bakery items. The product line is made from enriched dough to create soft, slightly sweet rolls that are baked and packaged for retail sale, then distributed through grocery stores and mass-market retailers. In addition to core bread products, the company has expanded into sauces and spreads to broaden its presence in the grocery store. The business relies on brand recognition and consistent quality to build customer loyalty, supported by a broad distribution network and retail partnerships. Its strategy focuses on growing market share by expanding the product portfolio and maintaining reliable flavor and quality across channels. The goal is to increase brand presence, reach more shoppers, and grow revenue while keeping the familiar taste that customers expect.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Torrance, California

Founded

1950

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • April 2026 Ube Coconut Sweet Rolls sold nationwide after selling out twice in 2025.
  • July 2025 Georgia expansion adds 135 jobs and more Pretzel Bites capacity in 2026.
  • July 2026 single-serve pretzel bites at Sheetz open portable snack occasions and foodservice reach.

What critics are saying

  • Private-label Hawaiian rolls and trade-dress suits directly attack orange-packaging shelf dominance.
  • Ube and Banana Bites depend on novelty; one flop weakens premium expansion plans.
  • Oakwood and Torrance concentration exposes supply disruption; a serious plant incident hits core volume.

What makes King's Hawaiian unique

  • King's Hawaiian owns America's No. 1 branded roll, with fierce shopper loyalty.
  • Its 2026 smart factory integrates 400 machine datapoints for tighter quality control.
  • Limited-edition collaborations with Minions and Van Leeuwen extend the brand beyond bread.

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Remote Work Options

Performance Bonus

Hybrid Work Options

Company News

Food Business News
Jul 3rd, 2026
King's Hawaiian debuts single-serve pretzel bites.

King's Hawaiian debuts single-serve pretzel bites. 07.03.2026 TORRANCE, CALIF. - King's Hawaiian is rolling out single-serve soft pretzel bites in the company's classic Hawaiian sweet flavor. "Innovation at King's Hawaiian is rooted in creating new ways for consumers to experience the flavors they love while helping operators meet evolving demand," said Kyra Gilbert, director of brand commercialization at King's Hawaiian. "The launch of our new single-serve soft pretzel bites format expands how consumers can enjoy King's Hawaiian beyond traditional occasions, while giving operators a premium, portable snack backed by one of the most trusted brands in bakery." The pretzel bites may be purchased at Sheetz locations. Get better food industry search results. Adding us tells Google to prioritize Food Business News stories.

Baller Alert
May 20th, 2026
King's Hawaiian and the Minions just dropped the banana snack we didn't know we needed.

King's Hawaiian and the Minions just dropped the banana snack Baller Alert Inc. didn't know Baller Alert Inc. needed. Reading Time: 2 mins read King's Hawaiian is shaking up snack time with a brand-new limited-edition product: "Shake 'Em" Banana Bites, launching nationwide on May 20, 2026. The playful collaboration with Illumination taps into one of animation's most beloved running jokes - the Minions' obsession with bananas - to deliver a bite-sized treat ahead of one of the summer's most anticipated family films. The new product features King's Hawaiian's signature soft, pillowy bread bites topped with banana-flavored sugar. The experience is designed to be interactive: sprinkle on the banana-flavored sugar, shake to evenly coat, and enjoy. It's a three-step snack ritual that leans into the Minions' spirit of mischief and fun. The timing is no coincidence. "Minions & Monsters" is the seventh film overall in the "Despicable Me" franchise from Illumination Entertainment, directed by series veteran Pierre Coffin, who also co-writes with Brian Lynch and reprises his role as the voice of the Minions. The film hits theaters on July 1, 2026 - about four years after "Minions: The Rise of Gru" was released in 2022. Set in Hollywood, the story follows the Minions as they attempt to make a monster movie, only to accidentally unleash real monsters onto the entertainment capital of the world. This isn't King's Hawaiian's first Minions rodeo. The brand previously partnered with Illumination on "Despicable Me 4" in 2024, rolling out Minions-themed signage and limited-edition packaging in grocery stores across the country. "Shake 'Em" Banana Bites will be available for a limited time at retailers nationwide.

PR Newswire
Apr 29th, 2026
KING'S HAWAIIAN and Van Leeuwen join forces to launch first-of-its-kind Ube Coconut Ice Cream and Ice Cream Sandwich to celebrate nationwide launch of Ube Coconut Sweet Rolls.

KING'S HAWAIIAN and Van Leeuwen join forces to launch first-of-its-kind Ube Coconut Ice Cream and Ice Cream Sandwich to celebrate nationwide launch of Ube Coconut Sweet Rolls. Apr 29, 2026, 08:00 ET The limited-edition collaboration features a brand-new flavor developed exclusively for the partnership and available now at select Van Leeuwen scoop shops LOS ANGELES, April 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - King's Hawaiian, maker of the No. 1 dinner roll in America, is launching a first-of-its-kind collaboration with Van Leeuwen Ice Cream. To celebrate the nationwide launch of the highly anticipated Ube Coconut Sweet Rolls, the two brands have teamed up to debut an Ube Coconut ice cream and an exclusive Ube Coconut Ice Cream Sandwich, bringing together bold, island-inspired flavors in an entirely new way. At the center of the collaboration is a custom ice cream flavor developed by Van Leeuwen. Sandwiched between King's Hawaiian's newly released signature soft, fluffy Ube Coconut Sweet Rolls, the brand-new creation delivers a vibrant, multi-sensory experience that's as visually striking as it is irresistible. King's Hawaiian, the family owned company founded over 75 years ago at its first bakery in Hawaii, recently launched Ube Coconut Sweet Rolls to grocery retailers nationwide on April 6. Made with real ube and coconut milk, the limited-time offering blends the brand's beloved sweet rolls recipe with ube, a purple yam known for its naturally vibrant violet hue and flavor notes reminiscent of vanilla, coconut and pistachio. The national debut follows an overwhelmingly successful limited-time release in June 2025, where consumers took to social media in droves to share their love for the flavor and demand its return. Fueled by that enthusiasm and spirit of sharing island-inspired flavors, King's Hawaiian fast-tracked production to bring the fan-favorite innovation to shelves across the country. Now, with the addition of the Ube Coconut Ice Cream Sandwich, fans can experience the flavor in an entirely new format, one that reimagines the rolls as a decadent dessert. The partnership reflects both brands' shared commitment to quality ingredients and culinary creativity, pushing boundaries while staying true to what fans love most. The limited-edition flavor and ice cream sandwich will be available while supplies last at select Van Leeuwen scoop shops in New York, Los Angeles and Boston, offering consumers a chance to get their hands on one of the most exciting flavor collaborations of the season. Visit kingshawaiian.com/ube and vanleeuwenicecream.com to learn more. About King's Hawaiian Founded 75 years ago in Hilo, Hawaii, by Robert R. Taira, KING'S HAWAIIAN is a family-owned business that has been dedicated to providing Hawaii-inspired foods made with original recipes and Aloha Spirit for three generations. KING'S HAWAIIAN makes the #1 branded roll in the United States, along with other irresistible products that inspire joyous food experiences people can't resist being a part of, including slider buns, hamburger buns, pretzel bites, and more. The soft, fluffy texture and signature sweetness in KING'S HAWAIIAN bread make every occasion - from everyday meals to holiday gatherings - more special. About Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Van Leeuwen began as a yellow scoop truck on the streets of NYC in 2008 by brothers Ben and Pete Van Leeuwen, and Laura O'Neill, who were on a mission to make good ice cream from good ingredients that makes you feel good. The brand is known for its French-style ice cream (made with more than double the amount of egg yolks as standard ice cream) innovative vegan options, and unexpected collaboration flavors. From its award-winning Vanilla Bean (named best vanilla ice cream by The New York Times/Wirecutter) to buzzworthy limited editions such as Kraft Mac & Cheese, Hidden Valley Ranch, and Espresso (with singer-songwriter Sabrina Carpenter), Van Leeuwen continues to push the boundaries of ice cream. The brand recently introduced Frozen Yogurt, done the Van Leeuwen way - applying the same sourcing ethos it brings to its ice cream. Van Leeuwen has scoop shops across the country, and its ice cream is available in grocery stores or for nationwide shipping from their website. To keep up with everything Van Leeuwen Ice Cream, follow the brand on Instagram @vanleeuwenicecream or visit www.vanleeuwenicecream.com. Press Contact ALISON BROD MARKETING + COMMUNICATIONS [email protected] SOURCE King's Hawaiian

Syntax
Apr 16th, 2026
Digital Manufacturing in action: how connected factories deliver real results.

Digital Manufacturing in action: how connected factories deliver real results. April 16, 2026 Manufacturers today operate in an environment defined by complexity, global competition, and rising cost pressures. CIOs and COOs are tasked with modernizing operations while maintaining uptime, controlling costs, and meeting rising expectations for product quality and speed. One of the biggest differentiators in manufacturing is visibility. Production data often lives in multiple systems across the plant, from machines and sensors to manufacturing execution systems (MES) and ERP platforms. When this information isn't integrated, manufacturers struggle to identify bottlenecks, trace quality issues, or respond quickly to disruptions. The result is slower decision-making and missed opportunities for optimization. Modern digital manufacturing platforms help solve these challenges by connecting machines, data, and enterprise systems into a unified environment. Cloud-based manufacturing execution systems such as SAP Digital Manufacturing enable manufacturers to monitor production in real time, automate workflows, and analyze performance across multiple sites. With the right technology foundation and the right implementation partner, manufacturers can transform their operations, improve efficiency, and build more resilient production environments. To understand how this transformation happens, here are three real-world examples of manufacturers that modernized their operations with digital manufacturing solutions. King's Hawaiian: building an autonomous smart factory. King's Hawaiian is widely recognized for its signature sweet rolls and bakery products, which have become a staple on tables across the United States. As the company continued to expand its production capacity, leadership saw an opportunity to restructure operations by building a new manufacturing facility powered by smart factory technology. Working with Syntax experts, King's Hawaiian deployed SAP Digital Manufacturing to support the launch of its state-of-the-art bakery facility. The goal was to create a highly automated production environment (smart factory) where machines, production lines, and business systems work together seamlessly. By integrating shop floor equipment with enterprise data in real time, the company could gain unprecedented visibility into production performance. Results from the King's Hawaiian transformation. The outcome was significant. By connecting more than 400 machine data points across the production environment, King's Hawaiian gained real-time insights into performance and quality metrics. Production teams can now monitor operations from a centralized control center, improving visibility and enabling faster responses to production changes. Key outcomes included: * Consistent product quality supported by advanced analytics and reduced manual intervention * Seamless integration between shop-floor machines and ERP systems * Optimized production processes and improved productivity through real-time data insights The smart factory also includes local survivability capabilities that allow production to continue for up to 48 hours even during network disruptions, ensuring business continuity for critical operations. By designing the plant around connected technologies, King's Hawaiian created a production environment that is not only efficient today but also ready to scale and innovate in the future. Making irresistible bread with data in a sustainable, automated plant. Landis+Gyr: creating a global manufacturing single source of truth. Landis+Gyr, a global leader in energy management and smart metering solutions, faced a different type of challenge. Through acquisitions and global expansion, the company accumulated a wide range of manufacturing execution systems across its production sites. At one point, Landis+Gyr operated 18 different manufacturing execution system platforms across nine manufacturing facilities. In some cases, multiple manufacturing execution systems were even running within a single plant. This fragmentation created a complex IT landscape where production data was inconsistent and difficult to analyze. Quality investigations were especially challenging. If issues occurred in a production process, teams often struggled to locate the relevant data needed to determine where and when the problem originated. To address these challenges, Landis+Gyr partnered with Syntax to deploy SAP Digital Manufacturing as a standardized manufacturing execution system platform across its operations. The goal was to establish a global production database - a single source of truth for manufacturing data. Results from Landis+Gyr's transformation. The platform delivered several key benefits: * Real-time visibility across production lines and materials * Centralized control of manufacturing processes through cloud-based manufacturing execution systems * Elimination of manual data transfers and siloed reporting Today, Landis+Gyr's production lines can be centrally managed through SAP Digital Manufacturing in the cloud. Teams can monitor inventory levels, track materials across the production process, and analyze waste in real time instead of waiting until the end of a shift. By consolidating its manufacturing execution systems landscape and establishing a unified data foundation, Landis+Gyr created a platform for continuous improvement. With real-time visibility and centralized data management, the company can identify inefficiencies, reduce costs, and scale its operations more effectively. Gerresheimer: integrating data to eliminate operator inefficiencies. Gerresheimer, a global leader in pharmaceutical packaging and drug delivery solutions, operates more than 40 production plants worldwide and employs nearly 14,000 people. As its existing manufacturing execution system platform approached end of life, the company needed a modern solution that could integrate seamlessly with its existing SAP environment. Gerresheimer implemented SAP Digital Manufacturing integrated with its SAP ECC system using SAP Business Technology Platform. The goal was to connect production processes, quality management, and plant maintenance into a unified digital workflow. The scale of the challenge was significant. The company managed more than 250,000 MES-relevant data points, many of which overlapped across different business areas. Results from the Gerresheimer transformation. Key outcomes included: * Seamless integration between SAP systems and shopfloor operations * Improved workflows across production, quality, and maintenance * Integration with Microsoft Power Automate and Microsoft Teams to enable faster collaboration and decision-making Perhaps the most meaningful improvement came from reducing the time operators spent searching for information. Previously, production teams had to manually analyze data to understand what was happening on the shop floor. Now, the system automatically analyzes data and delivers insights directly to operators. By integrating systems and automating analysis, Gerresheimer significantly reduced operational friction. What these transformations reveal about Digital Manufacturing. Across these three manufacturers - King's Hawaiian, Landis+Gyr, and Gerresheimer - several common themes emerge. Each organization faced challenges related to fragmented data, limited visibility, and/or inefficient workflows. In each case, digital manufacturing solutions helped unify production systems, connect machines with enterprise platforms, and deliver real-time insights into operations. The results go far beyond improved reporting. When manufacturers gain real-time visibility and integrated workflows, they can make faster decisions, maintain consistent product quality, and operate more resilient production environments. For manufacturing CIOs and COOs, the path to digital manufacturing is no longer theoretical. As these real-world examples demonstrate, connecting machines, data, and enterprise systems can unlock measurable improvements in efficiency, visibility, and operational performance. How Syntax helps manufacturers modernize production. Syntax Manufacturing Solutions for SAP bring deep industry expertise and innovative tools to help manufacturers manage end-to-end operations with confidence. From ERP implementation and cloud migration to AI-powered analytics, automation, and quality control, Syntax help you optimize production, strengthen resilience, and drive measurable growth in a fast-changing market. Manufacturers accelerate their digital manufacturing journeys with Syntax solutions built on SAP Digital Manufacturing, ERP platforms, and industrial IoT technologies. Deep SAP and manufacturing expertise guides organizations from planning through ongoing optimization. By connecting shopfloor operations with enterprise systems, Syntax enables manufacturers to gain real-time insights into production performance and continuously improve operations.

Mass Market Retailers
Apr 6th, 2026
King's Hawaiian launches Ube Coconut Sweet Rolls.

King's Hawaiian launches Ube Coconut Sweet Rolls. Brand responds to consumer demand by bringing limited-edition bread sensation to grocery shelves after selling out twice in under two minutes in 2025 April 6, 2026. 8:13 AM LOS ANGELES - King's Hawaiian, maker of the No. 1 dinner roll in America, is bringing its most buzzed-about innovation to grocery shelves nationwide: King's Hawaiian Ube Coconut Sweet Rolls. Made with real ube and coconut milk, this island-inspired twist on the brand's signature soft, fluffy rolls marks the company's first-ever limited-time flavor to hit retailers nationwide. Delivering a rich taste and distinctive lavender hue, it's as eye-catching as it is irresistible. The national rollout comes on the heels of an overwhelmingly successful limited-time debut in June 2025, where consumers took to social media to make one thing clear: this was a product they wanted on their table. Fueled by that demand, King's Hawaiian is not only bringing it to retailers nationwide, but they also fast-tracked production to bring it to the masses as quickly as possible. Just under a year later, the product will be available at major retailers across the country. "We saw the incredible demand for our Ube Coconut Rolls in 2025 when we first unveiled them on our website and they sold out almost instantly," said Raouf Moussa, CMO at King's Hawaiian. "In that moment, Massmarketretailers knew Massmarketretailers had something special and were determined to bring them to consumers as quickly as possible. Its Ube Coconut Rolls strike the perfect balance of introducing something new while staying true to its roots. Inspired by the spirit of innovation that defined founder Robert R. Taira's original bakery in Hilo, Hawaii more than 75 years ago, this new flavor continues King's Hawaiian's tradition of baking beyond the expected and Massmarketretailers can't wait to share it with consumers. The new rolls blend the beloved sweetness and pillowy texture of King's Hawaiian with the unique taste of ube, a purple yam originating in the Philippines that's widely used in desserts and baked goods. Known for its naturally vibrant violet color, ube has a sweet flavor often described as a blend of vanilla, coconut and pistachio. Made with real ube and coconut milk, and no artificial dyes or high fructose corn syrup, the rolls are perfect for breakfast, dessert or an irresistible snack straight out of the bag. Recipes and serving suggestions are available at kingshawaiian.com/ube and on the brand's social channels. King's Hawaiian Ube Coconut Sweet Rolls are now available nationwide at major grocery retailers in the deli and bakery section in 12-count bags for a limited time. To celebrate the launch, the brand also unveiled a series of ube-inspired out-of-home billboards teasing the innovation across select markets. Club retailers will also offer a 24-count twin bag (two 12-count packs), giving fans even more of the vibrant, island-inspired flavor to enjoy. By introducing the bold flavor of ube into its signature sweet rolls - and bringing a viral fan favorite to grocery shelves - King's Hawaiian continues its legacy of delivering unexpected island-inspired innovation to everyday tables, made with aloha and shared with joy.