Purpose

Reporting to the Line Lead, the Batching Operator mixes large quantities of raw materials to cook sauces, condiments, and salad dressings. The Batching Operator follows all batching processes, which include interpreting formulas, mass ingredient measurement and product mixing on multiple batching stations. The Batching Operator follows all customer specifications and food safety standards and health and safety practices according to Company standards.

Responsibilities

Check schedules and report to assigned batching station
Commence pre-operation inspections and safety inspections, conforming with company’s good manufacturing practices
Assemble and connect hoses, checking to ensure they are fully clean before use
Turn on machinery, program ingredients on HMI program
Retrieve required spices and ingredients from Spice Preparers and Material Handlers
Confirm quantity of ingredients needed, using light mental math or a calculator
Cook assigned sauces while adhering to critical control point measures by taking samples to the quality assurance lab as required
Transfer finished product to holding tanks or send product to filling machines
Quickly reset and re-start process for next batches
Perform cleaning in place (CIP) processes for product changeovers
Meet targets, by ensuring efficiency and safety protocols are met
Continuous communicate with Material Handlers to ensure that any heavy ingredients are picked up when not needed, keeping a clean, organized station
Learn and operate proficiently on multiple batching stations
Assist other Cooks on several platforms as needed

Working & Physical Conditions

Lifting and/or carrying up to 50lbs on a consistent basis
Long standing hours, at heights of up to 15 feet
High noise levels, ear protection provided if requested
Exposure to temperature changes, heat, humidity, and cold depending on cooking cycles
Exposure to dust, allergens, and strong scents

Qualifications

Experience in food manufacturing, minimum 6 months, required
Minimum High School Diploma, required
Experience in cooking, preferred
Experience operating lift truck, preferred
Willingness to learn
Able to understand and interpret HMI systems

Select Food Products Limited

Open Positions

Batching Operator