Candy Maker- Afternoon shift 2p-11p

Second Nature Brands is on a mission to grow from $500M to $1B over the next 2 years through an aggressive combination of M&A and organic growth. We have an opening for a Candy Maker position, who will be an important member of the supply chain team during this growth. 

Candy Maker assists in the creation of our famous confections. This position will be based out Sanders Chocolate Factory 23770 Hall Road in Clinton Township, MI 48036

Regular working hours are Monday through Friday, 2:00pm to 11:00pm, with weekday or weekend overtime as needed. The starting rate is $18.00 per hour plus $1.00 shift premium.

Essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Manually transferring cooled caramel tubs weighing approximately 50 lbs. each repeatedly to production line.
• Cleaning and sanitizing the equipment used to make candy.
• Starting and continuing the production line using established guidelines.
• Quality control of caramel squares on production line to check for weight & uniformity.
• Follow all GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Q&FS (Quality & Food Safety), and OSHA Safety policies.
• Tracking inventory using ERP system.
• Maintain clean and safe work area.
• Preform other related duties as assigned.  

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED;
• Self-directed
• Must be able to read and write English proficiently 
• Ability to work well with peers and supervisors
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment to keep production lines running efficiently
• Previous manufacturing experience (required) 

Physical Requirements

• Standing for 8-10 hours
• Walking up and down stairs
• Lifting up to 50 lbs frequently
• Wearing proper personal protective equipment (PPE) provided by company.  

ADDITIONAL NOTES:

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned, at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, you will regularly work near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment can be high and employee may be required to wear personal protective equipment. This is an indoor food manufacturing setting.

This is a full-time position that includes a comprehensive benefit package including paid time off, employee discount, medical, dental, disability and life insurance and a 401(k) plan with company match!

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. Second Nature Brands is a leading U.S. manufacturer of premium and better-for-you snacking and treat products. Our brands include Kar's®, Second Nature® Sanders ®, Brownie Brittle®, Sahale®, and Voortman®. Check out our website at http://www.secondnaturebrandsus.com/ to see how Second Nature Brands is creating snacks and treats that make lives better, naturally.