Batch Operator Assistant

• Base Pay $20.41 - $27.56 / Hour
• Job Category Production
• Employee Type Non-Exempt

Employee will follow approved training matrix and direction of Batch Operator I and II to become knowledgeable in the batch assistant position. Employee will assist the batcher in the formulation of sauces. Employee will be required to assist and/or formulate products according to established MSP's. Employee will be required to process raw materials into sauces by manually weighing out and dumping dry ingredients into blend tanks and operate blend equipment by a central process computer system.

Employee will be required to fill in for Batch Operator and Bin dump operators when needed. Help with implementation and support of MES program. Help with implementation and support of 5S program.

Support and ensure compliance with all programs, policies, and procedures outlined in the Food Safety and Quality Management System. Fulfill assigned food safety and regulatory responsibilities in accordance with the SQF Food Safety Code, including promptly reporting any concerns to initiate corrective action. Actively contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S and EOS.

• 1.Follows approved safety rules, GMP's and standard operating procedures while blending raw materials into sauces (using blending tanks, transfer pumps and heat exchangers) through a central process computer system.
• 2.Consistently and with accuracy keeps track of and documents ingredient lot numbers with the use of scanners and/or computer keyboard.
• 3.Shall be able to run batching and sanitation (CIP/COP) equipment.
• 4.Shall know how to make batches and batching adjustments.
• 5.Shall be capable of using batch adjustment sheets to adjust batches for salt, pH and TA.
• 6.Shall understand the differences in heating sources and how they work.
• 7.Shall be able to set up the lines for both production process and CIP process.
• 8.Follows approved sanitation standard operating procedures (SSOP's) in completing CIP and COP of the process equipment and room. Also, completes correctly and accurately CIP/COP paperwork.
• 9.Knows how to read, understand, and follow the Manufacturing Standard Procedures (MSP's). Also, be capable of identifying CCP's and understand variance procedures.
• 10.Understands and follows recycling program.
• 11.Fills out work orders when repairs are needed on equipment and/or processing rooms.
• 12.Assist Batch operator in equipment start-up, shut down and CIP as required.
• 13.Perform all filter and magnet checks necessary throughout the shift.
• 14.Follow all GMP's, ensure that proper safety equipment is being worn: gloves, safety glasses, face shield, earplugs and wash down rain suit during CIP.
• 15.Ensure that all equipment to be used is safe and in good working condition.
• 16.Maintain good communication and reports all discrepancies to the Batcher and/or Shift Supervisor/Line Lead such as maintenance problems, operations problems, and product specification discrepancies, etc.
• 17.Understand daily safety, quality and production goals.
• 18.Verify that all paper work is correct and corresponds with the product being produced.
• 19.Ensure all paperwork is complete and legible.
• 20.Will participate in safety tailgates and complete assigned trainings in provided time frame
• 21.Maintains a clean working environment at all times.
• 22.Thorough shift pass-down with oncoming operator.
• 23.Performs other duties as needed or assigned by Supervisor or Line Lead.

Operations Manager, Operations Supervisors, Line Lead, Pouch Filler Operator, Dump Room Operator, Quality Personnel, Maintenance, Purchasing Coordinator.

Customers, CI&I, auditors, ingredient and chemical suppliers.