Batch Mixer-2nd shift

msiexpress; Town of Rosendale (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

MSI Express is seeking a Batcher to blend products to exact customer and plant standards, then deliver batches to fillers. The role requires strict adherence to recipes, GMP, and lot controls, with responsibility for line readiness and quality during each run.

The ideal candidate will operate batching room and thermal units, monitor product quality, and maintain a clean, safe work area while documenting run details and downtime. This is a full-time position at MSI Express.

Qualifications

• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to follow work procedures and safety rules.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow directions/instructions and posted warning signs.
• Have appropriate eye, hand and foot coordination to operate equipment safely.
• Ability to load/unload, lift/move equipment/product up to 50 pounds.
• Must complete OSHA Powered Industrial Equipment training and pass tests.

Responsibilities

• Ensure product sent to filler is made according to an approved recipe with proper GMP and lot control.
• Coordinate staging of ingredients and equipment to keep the line supplied and avoid stopping the line.
• Operate batching room equipment and thermal units with understanding of limitations.
• Understand quality requirements of products and materials used during runs.
• Make adjustments to equipment according to formula standards.
• Keep batching room and staging areas clean and free of debris.
• Rinse and store drums and containers in designated areas.
• Report deviations from standard acceptable limits to line lead hand or supervisor.
• Maintain production schedule accuracy and record run details (lot number, line speeds, etc.).
• Maintain visual inspections as per product standards.
• Log downtime and submit at end of shift.
• Follow all company policies and safety practices.
• Report food safety and quality issues to the appropriate personnel.
• Perform other duties as instructed by management.

Skills

Overtime flexibility

Safety procedures

Reading and following directions

Coordination and dexterity

Physical stamina

Job description

Job Description:

ROLE PURPOSE/ POSITION SUMMARY

The Batcher is responsible for blending product in a highly skilled manner following exact customer and plant standards, instructions, methods and practices. The batcher is also responsible to deliver the product to the fillers. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The skill requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, Interpersonal skills and Problem Solving/Judgment required.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• To ensure the product sent to the filler has been made according to an approved recipe using the proper Good Manufacturing Practices and lot control / material usage methods for making a quality product
• Coordinates staging of ingredients and usage of equipment to insure the product line is properly supplied with product to avoid stopping the line under any circumstances
• Must have significant expertise with all operational functions and limitation of both the batching room equipment and thermal units
• Must have a complete understanding of the quality requirements of the products and materials used during the scheduled run
• Must be able to make adjustments to equipment as needed according to their formula standards
• Maintain the batching room thermal unit and staging are area washed down and free of product on floors or any other debris
• Drums and containers will be rinsed thoroughly by the batcher and then stored in the designated areas
• Report any obvious repeated deviations from the standard acceptable limits immediately to the line lead hand or the line supervisor
• Must ensure that the production schedule matches the product being run and maintain records showing the product being run, the lot number, line speeds and/or any other information required by the customer and quality assurance
• Maintain a visual inspection as specified by the product standard
• Log any downtime experienced during the production run and submit this log to the line lead hand or shift supervisor at the end of each shift
• Follow all company policies including but not limited to general manufacturing and safety practices
• Responsible for Food Safety and Quality
• Associate in this job has the responsibility to report, in a timely manner, Food Safety and Quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action on those problems
• Perform any other duties as instructed by management

QUALIFICATIONS/ CAPABILITY PROFILE

Minimum Qualifications/ Skills

• Ability to work overtime as needed
• Ability to work for the set wage amount
• Ability to follow work procedures and safety rules
• Ability to read, understand, and follow directions/instructions/and understand posted warning signs
• Have appropriate eye, hand and foot coordination to properly use various equipment and/or tools
• Ability to load/unload, lift/move equipment/product which may weigh up to 50 pounds
• Associate must complete OSHA Powered Industrial equipment training and pass associated tests

Minimum Experience

• Must have a complete understanding of the clean in place process and requirements for a successful release after clean in place process
• Communicate mechanical or material issues during shift to Shift Supervisor so information can be provided to next shiftRejected materials will be documented and disposed of in the proper manner
• Maintain the area in a clean/organized manner and move rejected cases/materials to the appropriate destination
• When major mechanical issues arise, the batcher will immediately inform line lead hand / shift maintenance personnel and remain available to assist when needed or as directed by line lead or supervisor
• Perform adjustments/trouble shooting as well as assist maintenance with setups as needed if specified by site -Preferred
• Perform clean in place duties on line as defined by quality assurance and assigned by the line lead hand or shift supervisor

MSI Express is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.