Batcher

This position is open to any qualified INDIVIDUAL regardless of sex, race, age, color, religion, national origin or disability.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review batch sheets.
• Confirm RM #’s and Lot #’s (picked vs. batch sheet requirements) and contact Process Lead or Supervisor with any discrepancies.
• Accurately weigh all ingredients and mark containers as needed (trace ability and allergen control).
• Close all containers and drums, and clean them of residue before returning them to warehouse return pallets.
• Keep all scoops and containers clean and in good condition.
• Check the scale for accuracy and cleanliness.
• Keep pre-weigh area clean, including pallets and slip-sheets.
• Maintain continuous communication with the Process Lead or Supervisor.
• Make swings for production or CIP.  Know when and what to swing.  Maintain proper housekeeping procedures during swings.
• Clean all totes, buckets and scoops after batching and store in the proper location (use guidelines for brute washing and drying).
• Clean, seal and label all ingredients for return to the warehouse.
• Know which ingredients can be combined and which ingredients must be kept separate.
• Know how to operate liquid pumps (for syrups and oils).
• Weigh ingredients in a timely and efficient manner.
• Document weights and lots on batch sheets and sign off when weighing is completed (per ingredient and per batch).
• Basic knowledge and understanding of blending and processing systems.
• Know proper gasket usage, replacement and securing clamps and fittings.
• Know how to remove, inspect, clean and install strainers and magnets.
• Know how to remove and clean “shock absorbers” for homogenizers.
• Know and understand how to follow batching instructions.
• Maintain proper safety procedures during batching.

Moderate on the job training

 

 

 

 

Never 

0% of shift 

Occasional 

1-33% of shift 

Frequent 

34-66% of shift 

Constant 

67-100% of shift 

Physical Demands 

 

 

 

 

Sit 

 X

 

 

 

Stand 

 

 

X 

 

Walk 

 

 

 X

 

Grasp, handle, twist or type 

 

 

X 

 

Reach (forward or overhead) 

 

X 

 

 

Climb (stairs or ladder) 

 

 X

 

 

Squatting, kneeling or bending 

 

 X

 

 

Push/pull 

 

 

X 

 

Crawling 

 X

 

 

 

Driving a vehicle 

 X

 

 

 

Lifting/Carrying 

 

 

 

 

Up to 10 pounds 

 

 

X

 

Up to 25 pounds 

 

 

 X

 

Up to 55 pounds 

 

 

 X

 

Up to 75 pounds 

 

 

 X

 

75-100 pounds 

 

 X

 

 

Work Environment 

 

 

 

 

Use of chemicals 

Must maintain a constant state of alertness 

 

 X

 

 

Outdoor weather conditions   

 

 X

 

 

Wet or humid conditions (non-weather) 

 

 X

 

 

Refrigerated temps (non-weather) < 40° 

 

 X

 

 

Elevated heat (non-weather) > 95° 

 

 X

 

 

Noise > 80 decibels 

 

 

X 

 

Dust 

 

 X

 

 

Fumes 

 

 X

 

 

Able to work around dairy/food products 

 

X 

 

 

Work in tight or narrow spaces 

 

 X

 

 

Working in, around & over lines / obstacles 

 

 X

 

 

Able to work with limited supervision 

 

 

X 

 

Typical office environment 

 X

 

 

 

Typical manufacturing environment 

 

 

 

X

Typical farm/livestock environment 

X 

 

 

 

Typical lab environment 

 X

 

 

 

 

JOB CLASSIFICATION (As defined by Department of Labor & Dictionary of Occupational Titles)

 

Sedentary Work

Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently.  Involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing.

 

Light Work

Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently.  Required walking or standing to a significant degree; or requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls.

 

Medium Work

Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly.

X

Heavy Work

Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly.

 

Very Heavy Work

Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly.

 

 

 

 

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans