Blending Operator-Morning shift 7a-3p

Second Nature Brands; Madison Heights (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 35,040; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid time off

Employee discount

Medical, dental, and life insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

Second Nature Brands is seeking a full-time Blending Operator in Madison Heights, Michigan, to assist in creating blends for their Kar’s Nuts and Second Nature products. The role includes ensuring high food safety standards, maintaining inventory, and operating Hi-Lo trucks safely.

Qualifications include being 18 years or older, English proficiency, and a high school diploma or GED. Regular working hours are Monday to Friday, with a starting pay of $16.00 per hour and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Be 18 years of age or older.
• English Proficient.
• Self-directed and able to work well with peers and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Inspect materials to ensure high food safety standards.
• Maintain accurate inventory and clean blending equipment.
• Safely operate Hi-Lo truck and follow safety policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Positive attitude

Teamwork

Hi-Lo truck operation

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

We are on a mission to grow Second Nature Brands from $500MM 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 Blending Operator position, who will be an important member of the supply chain team during this growth. Kar’s Nuts Products facility located at 1200 East 14 Mile in Madison Heights, Michigan.

A Blending Operator is a vital member of our production team, assists in creating blends/recipes for our famous Kars and Second Nature products.

Regular working hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 3:00pm with weekday or weekend overtime as needed. The starting rate is $16.00 per hour.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Ensure high food safety standards by inspecting and removing non-conforming materials.
• Correctly rotate inventory to reduce the likelihood of spoilage.
• Maintain accurate inventory counts by recording all essential information.
• Load and unload materials by hand and Hi-Lo.
• Safely and effectively operate Hi-Lo truck.
• Clean blending equipment and maintain a clean work environment.
• Understand cleaning processes 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
• Maintain clean and safe work area
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Be 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma/GED;
• English Proficient
• Must have a positive attitude
• 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 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.
• Can wear proper personal protective equipment (PPE) provided by company.

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.

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.

Kar’s Nuts – Madison Heights, MI

Location: 1200 East 14 Mile in Madison Heights, Michigan.

This is a full-time position that includes a comprehensive benefit package including weekly pay, paid time off, employee discount, medical, dental, disability and life insurance and a 401(k) plan with company match! Monday- Friday 7:00a - 3:00p. Daily and weekend overtime as needed 40 hours weekly