Caramel Cook - Midnight Shift

Caramel CookWe are on a mission to grow Second Nature Brands to $1+B in the next 2 years through a combination of organic growth (increased distribution, e-commerce, and innovation) and through M&A. We have an opening for a Caramel Cook, who will be an important member of the supply chain team during this growth. This position will be based out of our Sanders Chocolate Factory 23770 Hall Road in Clinton Township, MI 48036.The Caramel Cook role is responsible for the creation of our famous confections using real ingredients to make real caramel perfections!Regular working hours are Sunday through Thursday, 8:30pm to 5am, with weekday or weekend overtime as needed. The starting rate is $18.00 per hour plus $1.00 shift premium.Essential duties and responsibilities include:Cooking caramel in commercial-sized kettles;Heavy lifting/pulling/pushing is required handling cooked caramelCleaning and sanitizing the cooking equipmentManually transferring warm caramel to tubs for production line;Following recipes to ensure quality of product;Follow all GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Q&FS (Quality & Food Safety), and OSHA Safety policiesMaintain clean and safe work areaPreform other related duties as assignedQualificationsHigh school diploma/GED;Self-directed.English Language proficientAbility to work well with peers and supervisors;Attention to detail;Ability to work in a fast-paced environment to keep production lines running efficiently.Physical RequirementsStanding for 8-10 hours;Walking up and down stairs;Lifting up to 50 lbs frequently;Working in slightly elevated temperatures;Wearing proper personal protective equipment (PPE) provided by companyWork EnvironmentWhile 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 consistently.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®. Check out our website at to see how Second Nature Brands is creating snacks and treats that make lives better, naturally.