Batcher

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. is seeking a production assistant in Joplin, MO to support batching, weighing, and ingredient handling on the production line.

The role requires attention to traceability, allergen control, and clean, safe operation of equipment. Responsibilities include recording weights and lot numbers, preparing batches, and maintaining hygiene and safety standards in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Moderate on the job training

Responsibilities

• Review batch sheets.
• Confirm RM #’s and Lot #’s and contact supervisor with discrepancies.
• Accurately weigh all ingredients and mark containers for traceability and allergen control.
• Close containers and drums and clean them before returning to warehouse.
• Keep scoops and containers clean and in good condition.
• Check scale for accuracy and cleanliness.
• Maintain pre-weigh area clean and organized.
• Communicate with Process Lead or Supervisor.
• Swing for production or CIP and maintain housekeeping during swings.
• Clean and label ingredients for return to warehouse.
• Know which ingredients can be combined and which must be kept separate.
• Operate liquid pumps for syrups and oils.
• Weigh ingredients timely and accurately.
• Document weights and lots on batch sheets and sign off per ingredient and batch.
• Basic blending and processing knowledge.
• Know gasket usage, replacement and clamps and fittings.
• Know how to inspect and clean strainers and magnets.
• Know how to remove and clean shock absorbers for homogenizers.
• Follow batching instructions and maintain safety during batching.

Job description

This position is open to any qualified INDIVIDUAL regardless of sex, race, age, color, religion, nationalorigin 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.

Requirements

Moderate on the job training

Never

0% of shift

Occasional

1-33% of shift

Frequent

34-66% of shift

Constant

67-100% of shift

Physical Demands

Sit

X

Stand

X

Walk

X

Grasp, handle, twist or type

X

Reach (forward or overhead)

X

Climb (stairs or ladder)

X

Squatting, kneeling or bending

X

Push/pull

X

X

Driving a vehicle

X

Lifting/Carrying

Up to 10 pounds

X

Up to 25 pounds

X

Up to 55 pounds

X

Up to 75 pounds

X

X

Use of chemicals

Must maintain a constant state of alertness

X

Outdoor weather conditions

X

Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)

X

Refrigerated temps (non-weather) < 40°

X

Elevated heat (non-weather) > 95°

X

X

Dust

X

Fumes

X

Ableto work around dairy/food products

X

Work in tight or narrow spaces

X

Working in, around & over lines/obstacles

X

Ableto work with limited supervision

X

Typical office environment

X

Typical manufacturing environment

X

Typical farm/livestock environment

X

Typical lab environment

X

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

Job Classification (As defined by Department of Labor & Dictionary of Occupational Titles)

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.

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.

X

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.

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

Pay Range

$28.65 hr/ $30.65 hr

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