Batcher

Dairy Farmers of America; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking a production teammate to support batching and processing operations. You will weigh ingredients, document weights and lot numbers, and ensure accurate traceability throughout the batch process.

The role requires careful handling of containers, proper labeling, and adherence to safety and housekeeping standards. Daily duties include operating pumps for syrups and oils, communicating with supervision, and maintaining clean work areas.

Responsibilities

• Review batch sheets.
• Confirm RM #'s and Lot #'s and contact supervisor with discrepancies.
• Accurately weigh ingredients and label containers for traceability.
• Close containers and drums, clean residue before returning to warehouse.
• Keep scoops and containers clean and in good condition.
• Check accuracy and cleanliness of the scale.
• Maintain clean pre-weigh area, pallets and slip-sheets.
• Maintain continuous communication with the Process Lead or Supervisor.
• Make swings for production or CIP and maintain housekeeping during swings.
• Clean totes, buckets and scoops after batching and store properly.
• Seal and label ingredients for return to warehouse.
• Know which ingredients can be combined and which kept separate.
• Operate liquid pumps for syrups and oils.
• Weigh ingredients in a timely and efficient manner.
• Document weights and lots on batch sheets and sign off.

Job description

This position is open to any qualified INDIVIDUAL regardless of sex, race, age, color, religion, national origin or disability.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review batch sheets.
• Confirm RM #'s and Lot #'s (picked vs. batch sheet requirements) and contact Process Lead or Supervisor with any discrepancies.
• Accurately weigh all ingredients and mark containers as needed (trace ability and allergen control).
• Close all containers and drums, and clean them of residue before returning them to warehouse return pallets.
• Keep all scoops and containers clean and in good condition.
• Check the scale for accuracy and cleanliness.
• Keep pre-weigh area clean, including pallets and slip-sheets.
• Maintain continuous communication with the Process Lead or Supervisor.
• Make swings for production or CIP. Know when and what to swing. Maintain proper housekeeping procedures during swings.
• Clean all totes, buckets and scoops after batching and store in the proper location (use guidelines for brute washing and drying).
• Clean, seal and label all ingredients for return to the warehouse.
• Know which ingredients can be combined and which ingredients must be kept separate.
• Know how to operate liquid pumps (for syrups and oils).
• Weigh ingredients in a timely and efficient manner.
• Document weights and lots on batch sheets and sign off when weighing is completed (per ingredient and per batch).
• Basic knowledge and understanding of blending and processing systems.
• Know proper gasket usage, replacement and securing clamps and fittings.
• Know how to remove, inspect, clean and install strainers and magnets.
• Know how to remove and clean "shock absorbers" for homogenizers.
• Know and understand how to follow batching instructions.
• Maintain proper safety procedures during batching.

Moderate on the job training

Shift Distribution

• Never 0% of shift
• Occasional 1-33% of shift
• Frequent 34-66% of shift
• Constant 67-100% of shift

Physical Demands

• Sit
• Stand
• Walk
• Grasp, handle, twist or type
• Reach (forward or overhead)
• Climb (stairs or ladder)
• Squatting, kneeling or bending
• Push/pull
• Crawling
• Driving a vehicle
• Up to 10 pounds
• Up to 25 pounds
• Up to 55 pounds
• Up to 75 pounds
• 75-100 pounds

Work Environment

• Use of chemicals
• Must maintain a constant state of alertness
• Outdoor weather conditions
• Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)
• Refrigerated temps (non-weather) < 40
• Elevated heat (non-weather) > 95
• Noise > 80 decibels
• Dust
• Fumes
• Able to work around dairy/food products
• Work in tight or narrow spaces
• Working in, around & over lines / obstacles
• Able to work with limited supervision
• Typical office environment
• Typical manufacturing environment
• Typical farm/livestock environment
• Typical lab environment

JOB CLASSIFICATION

• Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. Involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing.
• Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently. Required walking or standing to a significant degree; or requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls.
• Medium Work: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly.
• Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly.
• Very Heavy Work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly.

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans