Manufacturing Equipment Specialist — Certification Path

Michigan Bread; Taylor (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan Bread Company is seeking an Operations & Equipment Specialist to operate and optimize high-speed bakery equipment. You will manage start-up, changeovers, and monitoring to meet quality and production targets, while advancing through a structured certification program.

Ideal candidates bring mechanical aptitude and reliability, with a willingness to learn multiple production systems and participate in ongoing improvement initiatives in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude required.
• Manufacturing experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to learn multiple production systems.
• Strong attendance and reliability.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate high-speed production and packaging equipment.
• Perform product changeovers and adjust machine settings.
• Monitor machine performance and ensure quality and production goals.
• Troubleshoot basic equipment issues and escalate maintenance as needed.
• Participate in the Michigan Bread Company Certification Program and continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Learning ability

Teamwork

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Michigan Bread Company is seeking an Operations & Equipment Specialist to operate and optimize high-speed bakery equipment. You will manage start-up, changeovers, and monitoring to meet quality and production targets, while advancing through a structured certification program.

Ideal candidates bring mechanical aptitude and reliability, with a willingness to learn multiple production systems and participate in ongoing improvement initiatives in a hands-on manufacturing environment.