Roasting Operator - Trail Mix Factory 1st Shift

Roasting Operator

We are on a mission to grow Second Nature Brands 2x from $500MM to $1+B in the next 3 years through a combination of organic growth (increased distribution, e-commerce, and innovation) and through M&A. We have an opening for a Roasting Operator, who will be an important member of the supply chain team during this growth. This position will be based out of our Kar's Nuts Products facility located at 1200 East 14 Mile in Madison Heights, Michigan.

This role is responsible for roasting multiple kinds of our famous Kars and Second Nature nuts--peanuts, almonds, cashews, etc--to fulfill our vision of Making things better by nourishing people and nature.

Regular working hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00am - 3:00pm, with weekday or weekend overtime as needed. The starting rate is $16 per hour.

Essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Ensure high food safety standards by inspecting and removing non-conforming materials.
• Manage proper cooking temperatures for oil usage on roasting machines.
• Maintain accurate inventory counts by recording all essential information.
• Assist Blending operators by loading and unloading materials by hand and Hi-Lo.
• Clean and sanitize roasting equipment.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Conduct cleaning and complete cleaning verification logs.
• Work with team lead and supervisor to hit performance targets.
• Follow all GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Q&FS (Quality & Food Safety), and OSHA Safety policies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• 18 years of age or older
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Basic math skills
• Calculator and computer proficiency; SAP platform on handheld device
• English language proficiency
• Self-directed;
• Ability to work well with peers and supervisors;
• Attention to detail;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment to keep production running efficiently.
• Ability to work in fluctuating temperatures. Roasting room temperature fluctuates depending on season
• Ability to operate Hi-Lo truck (preferred)

Physical Requirements

• Can stand, bend, reach, and kneel, for extended periods frequently.
• Can walk up and down stairs frequently.
• Can lift up to 50 lbs frequently.
• Wearing proper personal protective equipment (PPE) provided by company.

Preferred Skills

• Hi-Lo Operators experience is preferred but not necessary, we will train you.

Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, you will regularly work near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment can be high and employee may be required to wear personal protective equipment. This is an indoor food manufacturing setting.

This position requires the ability to:

• Frequently walk on stand, bend, stoop, kneel, squat, grasp and reach overhead

Additional Notes:

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned, at any time with or without notice.

This is a full-time position that includes a comprehensive benefit package including paid time off, employee discount, medical, dental, disability and life insurance and a 401(k) plan with company match!

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. Second Nature Brands is a leading U.S. manufacturer of premium and better-for-you snacking and treat products. Our brands include Kar's, Second Nature Sanders , Brownie Brittle, Sahale, and Voortman.