Batch Processing Operator - Middle Shift

Ken’s Foods, Inc.; Marlborough (MA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Ken's Foods, Inc. in Marlborough, MA is seeking a Batch Processing Operator for the 2nd shift. You will ensure correct, high-quality raw materials are used and that packaging lines run smoothly.

Responsibilities include operating varied process equipment, following recipes and GMP guidelines, and coordinating material transfers with production. GED or high school diploma required; forklift license optional.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 months related experience or training acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Operate different types of process equipment with varying automation levels.
• Follow process control instructions and recipes, including paperwork.
• Ensure product quality by using correct raw materials.
• Maintain sanitary practices per GMP and perform equipment washouts.
• Coordinate with Production to transfer product to packaging lines.
• Prepare raw materials for processing and assist in storage area maintenance.
• Forklift operation for raw materials retrieval (license required, if applicable).

Job description

Ken's Foods is a family owned business that takes pride in its roots. Ken's Foods, Inc was incorporated in 1958, and currently has plant operations in Marlborough, Massachusetts, McDonough, Georgia, Las Vegas, Nevada, and Lebanon, Indiana. In addition, Ken's employs over 1000 employees nationally. To this day, Ken's is still owned by the same family, as they continue their tradition of flavor obsession. Joining Ken's Foods is becoming part of an enthusiastic team. Whether you're in our state-of-the-art facilities or in our corporate headquarters, you'll enjoy a warm company culture and get all the tools you will need to succeed in your career.

SUMMARY

We are seeking motivated individuals to join our team on 2nd shift. The Batch Processing Operator position is responsible for ensuring that the correct amounts of good quality raw materials are used in the preparation of our products, in a timely manner for our packaging lines. The starting rate for this position is $24.00/hour.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Working knowledge of operation of different types of process equipment with varying degrees of automation
• Comprehend and follow processes control instructions and/or formula recipes and procedures (including completing paperwork)
• Responsible for quality of products, ensuring that the correct amounts of good quality raw materials are used
• Working knowledge of all sanitary practices as they pertain to GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and equipment washouts
• Coordinate with Production personnel to successfully transfer product to the packaging lines
• Preparation of raw materials for processing
• Assist in cleaning, maintaining and inventory of raw material storage areas
• Fork truck driving for retrieval of raw materials (optional; license required)
• Other duties as assigned

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Employment with Ken's Foods is contingent upon successful completion of a drug test, background screening, and pre-employment assessment.