Hi-Lo Operator (Freezer)

Roskam Baking Company, LLC; Kentwood (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Life and disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

401(k) with company match

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Kentwood, Michigan, is seeking a Hi-Lo Operator (Freezer) to efficiently operate lifting devices for loading and unloading materials. The role requires attention to detail to ensure product accuracy and safe transportation within the facility. Candidates will be responsible for maintaining supplies for smooth production operations. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and retirement plans, and values professional development and equal opportunities for all employees.

Qualifications

• Experience operating hi-lo/forklift equipment.
• Ability to weigh materials and record data.
• Knowledge of FIFO in a manufacturing setting.
• Capability to inspect equipment and report issues.
• Safety-conscious with attention to detail.
• Ability to forecast line material needs.

Responsibilities

• Operate lifting devices to load, unload, transport, or stack material.
• Inspect product load for accuracy and ensure timely delivery.
• Load or unload materials from various transport vehicles.
• Position lifting devices and secure materials for transport.
• Record weight and production data on tags or labels.
• Stage necessary materials for smooth production.
• Inspect equipment and report issues through appropriate channels.

Skills

Forklift operation

Material handling

Weight recording / data entry

FIFO understanding

Production line forecasting

Equipment inspection

Job description

Hi-Lo Operator (Freezer) page is loaded## Hi-Lo Operator (Freezer)locations: Kentwood, MItime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R-102382**Position Description and Purpose:**Founded in 1923 and headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Roskam Foods is a leading contract manufacturer that partners with world-renowned food brands, retailers, and food service providers to produce a myriad of frozen, refrigerated and shelf-stable products. We’re a scaled, diversified operation with over 2 million square feet of manufacturing and 50 production lines across 8 facilities in the U.S. and Canada. We believe in the power of purpose-driven leadership to generate value for all. And we’re on a mission to optimize the potential of our people and brands. We are passionate about multiplying possibilities for our employees and our partners.Roskam Foods produces and packages food products with the goal of consistently meeting and exceeding customer expectations for quality, safety, and wholesomeness.**Key Essential Functions/ Responsibilities:*** Move levers or controls that operate lifting devices, such as forklifts, lift beams with swivel-hooks, hoists, or elevated platforms, to load, unload, transport, or stack material* Inspect product load for accuracy and safely move it around the warehouse or facility to ensure timely and complete delivery* Manually or mechanically, load or unload materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles.* Position lifting devices under, over, or around loaded pallets, skids, or boxes and secure material or products for transport to designated areas* Weigh materials or products and record weight or other production data on tags or labels* Understand and follow the order of materials for FIFO* Forecast needs of the line and stage the line appropriately to maintain necessary materials available that allow production to run smoothly* Inspecting equipment, structures, or material to identify causes of errors or other problems or defects and reporting then through the appropriate channelsRoskam Foods offers a competitive compensation package that includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, tuition reimbursement, life and disability insurance, and a 401 (k) plan with company match.AAP/EEO Statement: Roskam Foods is a recognized veteran-friendly and equal opportunity employer.We are excited to introduce you to all that Roskam has to offer—from the many valuable benefits to programs that support your lifestyle needs and opportunities for professional development. Roskam is an equal opportunity employer.locations: Kentwood, MItime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Ago