Machine Operator 2

Roskam Baking Company•Kentwood, MI

About The Position

Roskam Foods is a contract manufacturer producing frozen, refrigerated, and shelf-stable food products. The Machine Operator 2 operates and supports production-line equipment while meeting food safety, quality, packaging, and customer standards. The role follows GMP, HACCP, SOP, and SSOP requirements; completes line paperwork; inspects and cleans equipment; troubleshoots machinery; and helps train employees with oversight from the Foreman and Supervisor. The position requires schedule flexibility and performing other work as assigned by the Foreman or Supervisor.

Requirements

Training in HACCP and knowledge of designated CCPs for the assigned production line.
Knowledge of GMP principles and ability to follow SOPs and SSOPs.
Ability to use checkweighers, metal detectors, and X-ray machines properly.
Understanding of machine operation and basic troubleshooting techniques.
Proficiency operating the listed production equipment and performing the associated jobs.
Ability to complete required production-line paperwork with support.
Ability to communicate clearly with Production leadership and other departments.
Schedule flexibility and availability as needed.

Responsibilities

Follow food safety requirements to ensure GMP, HACCP, and packaging standards are met.
Know the designated critical control points (CCPs) for the assigned line.
Follow GMP principles, SOPs, and SSOPs, and set an example for other employees.
Perform tasks assigned by the line Foreman and other work deemed necessary by the Foreman or Supervisor.
Use checkweighers, metal detectors, and X-ray machines properly.
Understand assigned machines and perform basic troubleshooting.
Complete required line paperwork with assistance from the Foreman, Supervisor, and Quality Technician.
Clean machines and inspect equipment before and after production runs.
Communicate clearly and directly with Production leadership and other departments.
Be flexible with scheduling and available as needed.
Train new and current employees on equipment with Foreman and Supervisor oversight.
Operate equipment and perform production jobs including fillers, sealers, end-of-line equipment, stackers, scanners, mixers/oil operations, SSK fillers and unloaders, cartoners, case erectors, wrappers, baggers, enrobers, batching equipment, and hilo operations.