Liquid Batcher Operator M-Th (2nd shift)

This opening is for 2nd SHIFT:    M- Th 2 p.m. - 1 a.m. and Fridays occasionally depending upon production needs. 

After driving creativity and taste in the food service industry for almost 100 years, we know that it’s all about the people. We are committed to doing great work and at the same time being a great place to work. Do you want to work at a place where you can grow and thrive? Then come and work at a company dedicated to embracing diversity, making employment decisions based on merit, and treating others with respect. We don’t see ILLES Foods as “just a job”. We see it as a positive, inclusive, and safe environment, where we are all valued and heard.

Join us to enjoy 120 hours of PTO a year + 9 Holidays for 2024 + Volunteer Time off +Mental Health Day+ leadership development opportunities + great health benefits + matching 401K + company-wide PROFIT SHARING! We provide you a locker, locker room, gym and launder uniforms! We also provide you with personal safety shoes!

The Liquid Batcher Operator is responsible for operating all tanks and kettles used in production, in accordance with process and quality standards to meet production schedules assigned. In average this operator should complete efficiently at least 2 batches during the shift. This operator can also run at least 1 packaging/filling machine or the heat exchanger. They will perform production activities and operate production tanks and kettles in accordance with BRC requirements, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), as well as all Illes SOP’s, Safety and Quality standards and time sequences.  Partner conducts themselves in a manner that is aligned with Illes Foods Core Values: Operate with Integrity, Stay Intentionally Curious, and Believe in the Power of the Partnership.        

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

•  Check raw materials, containers and label information against batch sheet for RM Number.
• Add materials in sequence per batch instruction. Dump or pour specified amounts of materials into machinery or equipment.
• Controls blend time per batch instruction.
• Observe production or monitor equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Examine materials, ingredients, or products visually or with hands to ensure conformance to established standards.
• Report equipment malfunctions to team leaders, supervisor or maintenance staff
• Observe work and monitor Human machine interface (HMI), and other indicators to ensure that operators conform to production or processing standards.
• Coordinate sample collection with QA with necessary information for testing.
• Accurately fill containers to specified label weight or volume.
• Safely operate production processing and powered industrial equipment.
• Load materials and products into package.
• Examine and inspect containers, materials, and products to ensure that packing specifications are met.
• Stack finished containers on pallets per specifications.
• Accurately punch in make and fill times on the batch sheet using RiteTime.
• Clean and maintain equipment, using hand tools in accordance with health and safety standards.
• Check screens and magnets after filling and document information on batch sheet.
• Mark and label containers, container tags, or products, using marking tools.
• Move raw materials to production tanks and move finished goods to warehouse.
• Able to complete minimum of 2.5 batches per 8-hour shift.
• Maintain appropriate and professional written and verbal communication.
• Ensure that food safety, legality, integrity and quality standards are maintained at all times.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by Management.
• Regular attendance is a requirement of this position for scheduled shifts

Minimum Job Requirements:
EDUCATION: High School or Equivalent or the ability to obtain same within specified time.

EXPERIENCE:  1-2 years’ experience product blending preferred. Food Industry experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
 Ability to crouch and bend.
 Ability to handle 55-gallon drums after training.
 Ability to lift 100 lbs. with assistance.
 Ability to lift 50 lbs. continuously.
 Ability to stand continuously.
 Ability to tilt over and pour out up to 500 lbs. with assistance.
 Bend, stoop, climb, reach above shoulders, crouch, push and pull frequently.
 Use feet, hands, wrists, arms, shoulders constantly.
 Work while standing on a 7-step ladder with rails.
 Temperature variation of 55 to 110 degrees

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