This position operates and monitors the continuous production line.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow GMP, SQF, HACCP guidelines as they pertain to the position and maintain a high level of products
• Communicate with team members to ensure everyone knows which product to set-up
• Operate the line production equipment. Oversee the equipment set-up and adjust as needed to ensure efficient and quality productions
• Set-up line. Fill flour dusters, finger belts, cutting knives, molding table and mechanical adjustments
• Inspect the quality of the product and follow the product from beginning to the end of the line
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues or escalate issues to supervisor
• Understand and execute lock out tag out (LOTO) procedures
• Accurately complete and maintain daily production reports. Write tags and provide an accurate record-keeping on the computer table
• Work with supervisor and manage production work flow and appropriate staff levels
• Direct daily activities and training of production line
• Monitor and continuously make improvements to meet and exceed company standards Operate the production machine and clean it at the end of shift
• Assist with stretching product if necessary
• Keep the area clean and sanitized
• Assist with obtaining pans when necessary
• Performs housekeeping and maintenance tasks to keep the production area clean, Clean the line at the end of the shift

Education

Required: High school diploma or equivalent

Experience

• One-year food manufacturing facility experience in a production environment or as a machine operator

Other required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of HACCP regulations, OSHA, SQF, etc.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and understanding of how to disassemble and assemble plant equipment
• Ability to operate machinery
• Ability to complete tasks promptly and carefully
• Strong customer service, interpersonal, communication and problem solving skills
• Ability to respond to continually changing priorities and coordinate multiple projects
• Working knowledge of baking and production equipment and processes or desire and ability to learn
• Must be able to communicate effectively with others
• Must have an eye for detail
• Must have the ability to work in a team setting to meet company and individual goals
• Must possess a sense of urgency and ability to work quickly
• Must be able to make quick, accurate decisions.
• Must be able to solve problems
• Must maintain harmonious working relations with employees from all departments and with management from all level
• Must display enthusiasm, the initiative, and pride in work
• Must be flexible of work scheduled. Hours and days may change depending on product or line assignments and overtime maybe required

Michigan Bread company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer a highly competitive hourly rate and a wide variety of employee benefits including 401k retirement. Only qualified applicants will be considered for this position. Please apply via email.

Job Types: Full-Time