Midnight Roasting Operator — Nuts & Snacks Plant (11pm–7am)

Kar Nut Products Co; Madison Heights (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Employee discount

Medical and dental insurance

Disability and life insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Kar Nut Products Co in Madison Heights, MI, is seeking a Roasting Operator for the Midnight shift (11:00 PM – 7:00 AM). The role roasts peanuts, almonds, cashews, and other nuts for Second Nature brands. Starting pay is $16.00 per hour with a $1.00 shift premium.

Regular hours are Mon–Fri with possible overtime. Responsibilities include maintaining food safety, monitoring oil temperatures, inventory recording, assisting blending operators, and maintaining a clean, GMP-compliant work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic math skills are required.
• Calculator and computer proficiency expected.
• Self-directed and able to work with peers and supervisors.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment to keep production running efficiently.
• Operates Hi-Lo truck (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Roast multiple kinds of nuts to meet production targets.
• Maintain food safety by inspecting and removing non-conforming materials.
• Monitor cooking temperatures for oil usage on roasting machines.
• Record essential information to maintain accurate inventory.
• Assist blending operators with loading/unloading materials and Hi-Lo handling.
• Keep roasting equipment clean and sanitize as required.
• Follow GMP, QFS, and OSHA safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Age requirement

High school diploma

Basic math

Calculator & computer proficiency

Self-directed

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Hi-Lo truck operation (preferred)

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hi-Lo truck

Job description

Kar Nut Products Co in Madison Heights, MI, is seeking a Roasting Operator for the Midnight shift (11:00 PM – 7:00 AM). The role roasts peanuts, almonds, cashews, and other nuts for Second Nature brands. Starting pay is $16.00 per hour with a $1.00 shift premium.

Regular hours are Mon–Fri with possible overtime. Responsibilities include maintaining food safety, monitoring oil temperatures, inventory recording, assisting blending operators, and maintaining a clean, GMP-compliant work environment.