Batching Technician I

Multipack South; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging company in Shreveport is seeking a Batching Technician I for their Batching Department. This entry-level position involves creating products under supervision, maintaining food safety standards, and operating equipment safely. Candidates should have a High School diploma or GED, and communication skills in English are required. The ideal applicant is comfortable working with cleaning chemicals and must be able to lift over 50 pounds. This role offers an opportunity to learn in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and written.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Use pumps to CIP vessels and canning filler with supervision.
• Maintain cleanliness and quality in accordance with standards.
• Complete food safety training and implement as needed.

Skills

Ability to use Pumps

Comfortable working with chemicals

Ability to lift 50+ pounds

Ability to communicate in English

Intermediate Google Sheets/Excel knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification (preferred)

Orchestra knowledge

Job description

The Batching Technician I is the entry-level position for the Batching Department. Batching Technician I is responsible for creating the products given by instruction of the Batching Manager, Batching Supervisor, and Batching Lead. Batching Technician: I will also clean equipment with chemicals with PPE.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Other duties may be assigned.

• Ability to use Pumps to fully CIP (Clean in Place) vessels and canning filler in a safe and timely manner with supervision
• Comfortable working with chemicals for cleaning vessels while wearing PPE (Personal Protective equipment)
• Can complete batching a recipe in a expedient and efficient manner with supervision
• Able to learn and operate equipment used for filtering
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds to gather and add ingredients for recipes while maintaining proper lifting techniques
• Can use a scale to accurately measure and verify ingredients being added for batching recipes with supervision
• Can understand pressure differentials within vessels and equipment, due to forced gas and temperature changes to maintain equipment and employee safety
• Able to manipulate hoses safely for both the employee and to lengthen the life of the hose
• Can complete tasks given by Batching Lead with supervision
• Can maintain a positive attitude in a dynamic warehouse environment
• Reports directly to Batching Lead

Food Safety Responsibilities

• Complete food safety training and implement when needed.
• Maintain quality requirements in accordance with company standards. Address and report any major defects or quality issues to the batching lead or supervisor.
• Housekeeping: maintain general housekeeping in all areas of batching. Keep work area clean at all times.
• Ensure that all batching equipment and the batching area are completely 100% clean and sanitary, ready for the following days or shifts production.
• Test (ATP testing) cleaned vessels for verification of cleanliness and record results
• Report any food safety problems to the SQF Practitioner or Department Manager in a timely manner so that corrective actions may be performed.

Required Experience

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Education: High School diploma or GED
• Language Skills: Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and written.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Forklift certification preferred but not required
• Computer Skills: Intermediate knowledge of Google Sheets/Microsoft Excel, Google Docs/Microsoft Word, and Gmail/Outlook. Orchestra knowledge is a plus.