Operations & Equipment Specialist
Michigan Bread —Taylor, MI
- $20 - $34 an hour
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Military
- Basic math
- Opportunities for advancement
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Merit Manufacturing —Warren, MI
- From $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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FPS and Launch Specialist
Ford Motor Company —Dearborn, MI
- $72,480 - $162,120 a year
- Online Application
- Hybrid work
- Up to 50% travel
- Mid-level
- Travel
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Warehouse Efficiency Specialist
Metrex —Romulus, MI
- $81,200 - $99,200 a year
- Oracle
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Digital Press Specialist
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan —Detroit, MI
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Production Support Specialist
MSX International —Allen Park, MI
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Project management
- Bachelor's degree
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Wide Format Specialist
Dearborn Offset Printing —Dearborn, MI
- Online Application
- Background check
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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ThingWorx Manufacturing Applications Support Specialist
Capgemini Sogeti —Southfield, MI
- $70,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- SQL
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Quality Specialist
ROUSH —Farmington, MI
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- 2 years
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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ThingWorx Manufacturing Applications Support Specialist
Capgemini —Southfield, MI
- $70,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- SQL
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
2d
Service Quality Specialist
Stellantis —Auburn Hills, MI
- Mid-level
- Office
- Leadership
2d
Profile Specialist - MAD
Douglas Dynamics —Madison Heights, MI
- Overtime
- Travel
- Senior level
- Commercial
- Profit sharing
- 401(k) matching
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Manufacturing Quality Specialist - PQE
Steel Tool Engineering —Trenton, MI
- From $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Microsoft Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Testing Specialist
AISIN World Corp of America —Northville, MI
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Engineering
- Mid-level
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Mechanical Assembly Specialist
GC. Mutual Solutions LLC. —Detroit, MI
- $17 - $19 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
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FPS Value Stream Mapping Specialist
Ford Motor Company —Dearborn, MI
- $72,480 - $162,120 a year
- Online Application
- Hybrid work
- Up to 50% travel
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Ford Pro Upfitter Specialist
Ford Motor Company —Dearborn, MI
- $90,000 - $160,000 a year
- Online Application
- 5 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
2d
Second Shift Equipment Cleaning & Sanitation Specialist
Merit Manufacturing —Warren, MI
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Entry level
- Commercial
- Dental insurance
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Plastics Processing and Mold Change Specialist
Revere Plastics Systems —Fraser, MI
- $75,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Forklift
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Engineering Specialist-Controls
Ford Motor Company —Dearborn, MI
- $72,480 - $162,120 a year
- Overtime
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- System design
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Operations & Equipment Specialist

Michigan Bread -
Taylor, MI

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Job Details

$20 - $34 an hour

Benefits

Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

Basic math

Full Job Description

Position Summary

The Operations & Equipment Specialist is responsible for operating, mastering, troubleshooting, and continuously improving high-speed manufacturing and packaging equipment throughout the bakery.

This position is designed for individuals who enjoy working with machinery, solving problems, learning complex production systems, and building a long-term career in manufacturing. Operations & Equipment Specialists are expected to become equipment experts within their department while progressing through Michigan Bread Company’s certification program.

This is not a traditional machine operator position. It is a skilled manufacturing career with defined certification levels, pay progression, and opportunities to advance into leadership.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Equipment Operation

Safely operate high-speed production and packaging equipment.
Start up, shut down, monitor, and operate assigned production lines.
Maintain product quality while meeting production goals.
Monitor machine performance and production flow.
Operate multiple equipment types as certification levels increase.

Machine Setup & Changeovers

Perform product changeovers.
Install and remove change parts.
Adjust machine settings for various products.
Verify equipment is operating within established specifications.
Prepare equipment for sanitation and production startup.

Troubleshooting

Identify production and equipment issues quickly.
Perform basic operational troubleshooting.
Escalate maintenance concerns appropriately.
Assist with minimizing downtime and increasing equipment reliability.
Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Quality & Food Safety

Follow all GMP, SQF, HACCP, food safety, and sanitation requirements.
Perform quality inspections throughout production.
Complete required production documentation accurately.
Ensure products meet all customer specifications.

Operational Excellence

Reduce waste through proper equipment operation.
Improve production efficiency.
Maintain organized and clean work areas.
Participate in continuous improvement projects.
Demonstrate ownership of assigned equipment.

Certification Program

All Operations & Equipment Specialists participate in the Michigan Bread Company Certification Program.

Advancement and compensation are based on demonstrated competency—not tenure alone.

Career Progression:

Operator I ($20–23/hr)
Department Certified Operator ($24–28/hr)
Senior Operations & Equipment Specialist ($29–31/hr)
Operations & Equipment Master Specialist ($32–34/hr)
Lead Operator
Supervisor
Production Manager
Operations Leadership

Minimum 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 work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Ability to read and follow work instructions.
Basic math and problem-solving skills.
Willingness to cross-train and learn multiple departments.

Preferred Background

Ideal candidates may come from:

Automotive manufacturing
Food manufacturing
Skilled trades
Vocational or technical schools
Farm or agricultural operations
Military experience
Warehouse and distribution operations
Mechanical or maintenance backgrounds

No bakery experience is required. We will train individuals with strong mechanical aptitude and a desire to learn.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Technical Skills

Mechanical aptitude
Equipment operation
Machine adjustments
Changeovers
Basic troubleshooting
Production documentation
Process improvement
Equipment inspections

Soft Skills

Teamwork
Communication
Accountability
Attention to detail
Adaptability
Continuous learning
Leadership potential
Time management

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
Bend, stoop, reach, twist, and climb stairs.
Work in hot, cold, noisy, and fast-paced production environments.
Wear required PPE at all times.

Success Measures

Successful Operations & Equipment Specialists consistently demonstrate:

Safe work practices
High-quality production
Equipment ownership
Attendance and reliability
Low waste and downtime
Accurate documentation
Continuous learning
Positive teamwork
Successful completion of certification levels

Career Development

Michigan Bread Company is committed to developing manufacturing professionals through structured training, certification, and advancement opportunities.

Employees who successfully complete certification levels may advance into:

Department Certified Operator
Senior Operations & Equipment Specialist
Operations & Equipment Master Specialist
Lead Operator
Supervisor
Production Manager
Operations Leadership

This position offers a defined career path with skill-based pay increases, advanced equipment certifications, leadership development, and long-term growth opportunities within the company.

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