Batch Maker

Job Purpose and Summary:
Responsible for mixing all ingredients, following the instruction of the formulation and specifications necessary to run the Extrusion products.

Key Accountabilities:

· HSE: Promote a safe work environment at all times through the adherence to all PGPI’s Health & Safety and Environmental policies and procedures as well as to all relevant California OSHA regulations in order to achieve ZERO workplace incidents and injuries.

· Food Safety & Quality: Promote exceptional food safety and product quality standards at all times through the adherence to, and improvement of, GMP and food safety and quality policies and standards, in order to have highest quality product for external customers.

· Production Activities: Ensure adequate supply of blended ingredients in order to keep Extruders running to schedule. Perform sanitation, changeovers and complete cleaning procedures as required by cleaning Sop’s. Return unused ingredients at the end of the run to the staging area. At the end of shift must empty all feed bins, garbage bins, sort out broken pallets and bail all cardboard. Required to work overtime as needed by Shift Production Manager with short notice. Ensure all equipment is handled and operated properly.

· Record Management: Maintain and control necessary records of product and material. Complete inventory control documentation clearly and accurately.

· Problem Solving/Reporting/Continuous Improvement: Promptly relay information to Shift Production Manager regarding shift accomplishments, problems or suggestions for improvement.

· Training & Development: Participate in all trainings related to his/her job in order to gain knowledge/skills/abilities needed for exceptional performance. Assist in training current employees and new hires (buddy program).

Job Requirements (Required and Preferred):

· Education

High School diploma or equivalent

· Related Experience

Experience in a manufacturing environment (food or food related manufacturing preferred), Machine/Equipment Operator

· Competencies

Initiating Action, Priority Setting, Problem Solving, Planning, Compelling Communication, Comfort Around Higher Management, Composure, Listening, Conflict Management, Organizational Agility, Continuous Learning, Self-Knowledge, Building Trusted Relationships

· Technical Skills

ERP transactions, touch screen tablets/PLC, basic math skills, Forklift and Aerial Lift, Lock out tag out (LOTO) system, confined space entry experience

· Certifications, Licenses, Registrations

Forklift and Aerial Lift

· Language(s)

Fluency in English - required
Fluency in Spanish - preferred

· Other Qualifications

n/a

Work/Employment Conditions and Other Requirements:

· Work Environment

This job operates in a manufacturing warehouse environment. This role routinely uses manufacturing equipment. The environment is hot, cold, dusty and loud. Must be able to don personal protective equipment on the manufacturing floor (hearing protection, hard hat, safety glasses, beard/hair nets, safety shoes).

· Physical and Sensory Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms overhead and grip; climb stairs; talk or hear, work from heights up to 40 feet. The employee must occasionally lift or move products and supplies, up to 55 pounds.

· Position Type and Working Schedule

RFT - Regular Full Time, working schedule based on business needs

· Travel Requirements
n/a

Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.85 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime

COVID-19 considerations:
Wearing a mask is required, temperature checks and COVID-19 screening questions are given to employees and visitors when entering the building. Social distancing is enforced, and our facility is going through enhanced sanitation procedures.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Food Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)
• Batch Making: 1 year (Preferred)
• Warehouse: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No

Work Location: One location