Food Processing Operator & Line Lead — Training & Quality

Roskam Baking Company, LLC; Kentwood, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Life and disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

Roskam Foods, based in Grand Rapids, MI, is seeking production personnel to operate and maintain line equipment, follow GMP/HACCP protocols, and support continuous production goals on multiple product lines. You will be trained in HACCP CCPs and SOP/SSOP adherence while training new staff under supervision.

The role requires strong communication with production leadership, the ability to work a flexible schedule, and proactive involvement in quality checks and equipment inspections to ensure

Qualifications

• Must follow GMP principles and HACCP requirements at all times.
• Understand and operate line equipment with basic troubleshooting.
• Acknowledge and follow all SOPs/SSOPs; assist Foreman as needed.
• Train new/current employees on equipment with supervision.
• Maintain cleanliness and inspect equipment before/after product runs.
• Communicate clearly with Production leadership and other departments.

Responsibilities

• Follow all elements of Food Safety to ensure GMP, HACCP and proper packaging standards are met.
• Trained in HACCP and will know designated CCP’s for the line they are working on.
• Acknowledge, understand, and follow GMP principles at all times.
• Responsible for all tasks designated by line Foreman.
• Properly use checkweigher and metal detectors & X-Ray Machines.
• Understand how the machine works and basic troubleshooting techniques.
• Successfully complete all required paperwork for their line with assistance from Foreman, Supervisor and Quality Tech.
• Ensure the machine is clean and inspect all equipment before and after product run.
• Communicate clearly and directly with other Production leadership and other departments.
• Must be flexible with schedule and be available as needed.
• Any other work deemed necessary by Foreman or Supervisor.
• Must follow all SOP and SSOP’s and be the example for all employees.
• Train new/current employees on all equipment with Foreman and Supervisor oversight.
• Must be proficient in running the following jobs/equipment including, but not limited to

Skills

GMP/HACCP knowledge

Food safety awareness

Strong communication

Troubleshooting

Tools

Filler

Sealer

End of Line

Stacker

Scanner

Mixer/Oil Operator

SSK Filler

SSK Unloader Cartoners

Case Erectors

Wrappers

Baggers

Enrobers

Batching Equipment

Hilo operation

Job description

Roskam Foods, based in Grand Rapids, MI, is seeking production personnel to operate and maintain line equipment, follow GMP/HACCP protocols, and support continuous production goals on multiple product lines. You will be trained in HACCP CCPs and SOP/SSOP adherence while training new staff under supervision.

The role requires strong communication with production leadership, the ability to work a flexible schedule, and proactive involvement in quality checks and equipment inspections to ensure