Assistant Batcher - 2nd shift

Lassonde; Seabrook, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance via Local Union 152

Job summary

Lassonde in Seabrook, NJ is hiring an Assistant Batcher for 2nd shift. You will weigh and stage ingredients, coordinate with the batcher, and ensure accurate batching according to formulations, while maintaining a clean, compliant work area. The role requires basic math skills and a high school diploma.

The position offers a starting hourly rate of $20.88/hr with shift differentials and union-backed medical insurance options through Local Union 152.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of manufacturing experience.
• Must be proficient in mathematics.
• Preferred: experience in food/beverage industry.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail oriented; ability to multi-task.
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Follow batching schedule and adjust for add-ons.
• Stage required ingredients on cook deck before batching.
• Determine which ingredients will be pumped, pulled, or added to batch tanks.
• Follow silo rotation and complete silo hookups before batching.
• Weigh or measure all ingredients accurately; perform unit conversions as needed.
• Adhere to food safety policies and perform tasks with a Safety/Food Safety focus.

Skills

Mathematics proficiency

Verbal & written communication

Detail oriented

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

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Assistant Batcher - 2nd shift

FULL TIME Seabrook, NJ, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 3785

POSITION SUMMARY

The Assistant Batcher works at the direction of the Processing Supervisor to ensure that all ingredients are staged at the cook deck in advance of the batching process. This individual is responsible for accurately weighing or measuring all ingredients per formulation that are pumped up directly into the batch tanks from the pump-up stations, as well as, effectively utilizing the cut tanks for staging high-usage concentrates.

The starting hourly rate for this position is $20.88/hr.

2nd shift is eligible for a $0.35/hr shift differential.

3rd shift is eligible for a $0.45/hr shift differential.

Medical insurance will be offered through the Local Union 152

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES (essential functions of the job)

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Responsibilities include:

• Must be able to follow the batching schedule and adjust accordingly to “add Ons”.
• Using the cook deck inventory report, locate and stage all required ingredients at the designated cook deck in advance of the batching process.
• Work with the batcher to determine which ingredients will be pumped, pulled from cut tanks, or added directly to the batch tanks from the cook deck platform.
• Follow proper silo rotation at all times, unless directed otherwise.
• Complete silo hookups in advance of the batching process and pull silo samples for testing.
• Accurately weigh or measure all ingredients to be pumped up.
• Perform mathematical conversions of volume to weight and weight to volume as required.
• Calculate the amount and type of bulk concentrates or flavors required and make effective use of the cut tanks.
• Determine any blending requirements and execute the blend plan.
• Adhere to the organic protocol when batching organic products.
• Complete all paperwork in a timely, accurate, complete, and legible manner including lot numbers used. Paperwork is required for each formula work order.
• Communicate any ingredient availability or ingredient quality issues immediately to the Processing Supervisor
• Properly clean and seal all ingredient containers prior to returning to the proper ingredient storage areas.
• Demonstrate proper operation of a forklift, following all safety rules.
• Maintain a clean work area, including tanks, floor, pumps, hoses, utensils, and tools following all Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Maintain a clean and organized cooler and dry ingredient storage area at all times with no open or soiled containers.
• Adhere to all food safety policies and procedures including but not limited to prevention of cross contamination and product adulteration.
• Train to back up the Batcher Position
• Perform any other duties that are assigned by the supervisor.
• Adhere to and promote a culture of food safety and quality by understanding your roles and responsibilities in all food safety and quality related tasks
• This role will be required to taste test as needed, up to a couple of ounces per test.
• Perform all tasks with a Safety/Food Safety first mindset

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum Required Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of manufacturing experience.
• Must be proficient in mathematics.

Additional Preferred Qualification

• Experience in the food/beverage industry
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Detail oriented; ability to multi-task
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work in a team setting