Batching Operator

Duties and Responsibilities

• Be proficient with an overall knowledge of batching processing and ration flow.
• Perform ingredient receiving function when required.
• Perform scheduling and routing correct formulas.
• Reassigning ingredients and/or micro bins correctly following proper procedures.
• Maintain a First-In-First-Out inventory management system for bagged ingredients and become proficient with the knowledge of various bagged ingredients.
• Follow protocols for maintaining accurate ingredient inventories and communicating potential shortages.
• Maintain orderly production records.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderly appearance of the mixing area.
• Perform and comply with all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Maintain Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) in accordance with company policy.
• Perform all functions in accordance with sound safety practices and procedures.
• Report all safety violations and safety hazards to Shift Supervisor immediately.
• Participate in all safety programs.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently without immediate direction or oversight.
• Self-motivated with a high degree of initiative and integrity.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, to effectively communicate in a professional manner.
• Excellent interpersonal skills (communication, listening, team player, cooperative, approachable).
• Ability to be organized, flexible, and perform acceptably under pressure.
• Must be able to take directions, work efficiently and safely.
• Must be able to stand, sit, and walk for long periods including on a catwalk.
• Must be capable of lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds routinely.
• Must be capable of overhead work and manual dexterity for manipulating or moving objects.
• Must be able to climb both stairs and ladders up to a high elevation.
• Must be able to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.
• Must be able to operate a forklift.
• Must be computer literate.
• Must be able to perform moderate to heavy labor under constant machine operation and other noise.