Volt is immediately hiring a Direct Hire Batch Maker in Riverside, CA.
As a Batch Maker Operator you will:
- Responsible for operating cook kettle using a standard formula for the preparation of food products. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
- Monitor and maintain fill operations that meet the BRC program.
- Maintain efficient operation of machinery while supporting the batching and closure process.
- The Cook is responsible for processing all recipes in a timely and accurate method.
- The ability to manage and read recipes is critical.
- Understanding of ingredients, batch temperatures, quality testing and product characteristics are critical skills for this position.
- When batching acidified product, required to cook the minimum to kill Pathogenic Organisms
- Maintain traceability of all ingredients added to batches.
- Follow safety regulations and procedures.
- QC will test finished batches for viscosity, taste, PH, and color.
- Make necessary adjustments to achieve the proper levels of viscosity, taste, ph., and color.
- Load mixers with the correct weight for each recipe batch.
- Monitor product quality by maintaining required temperature check logs.
- Inventory check throughout the shift after each product batch is packaged and after all orders have been completed.
- Sanitize machines and Batching Area.
- Follow all plant safety regulations and Good Manufacturing Practices.
- Adhere to HACCP, Allergen Control Program, GMPs, product specifications, and other QA plans and required process control procedures to ensure processes, work in progress, raw materials and finished goods meet the specified quality and standards.
- Conduct process checks appropriate to the product and equipment in use (e.g., Cook temperature, Cook Time, verify ingredient weights).
- Assure that all documentation (production recipe logs, traceability records, WIP sheet) is complete and accurate and filed appropriately.
- Check ingredients that are being brought in for accuracy and quality throughout the run.
- Ensure formula instructions and batching procedures are followed correctly throughout the run.
- Other duties may be assigned.
This is a full-time opportunity.
Monday to Friday 6:00 p.m. - 3:00 a.m.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-speed environment.
- Follow standardized work and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement environment.
- Must be able to lift, up to 50 lbs., stand on feet for prolonged periods of time and climb stairs as needed.
- Equipment noise is elevated requiring the use of hearing protection.
- Seasonal temperatures can be expected.
- High School Diploma or GED preferred.
- 2 years' experience as Batcher/Blender in a manufacturing environment.
- 3 years of working experience in food manufacturing plant required.
- One years' experience in a technical service or QA role, preferred.
- Previous product blending experience preferred.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Pay Rate: $20.00- $24.00 per hour
Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.
Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible.
Benefits: Volt offers benefits (based on eligibility) that include the following: health, dental, vision, term life, short term disability, AD&D, 401(k), Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Volt is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Volt is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please email or call . Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.
Volt does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. 1324b. The company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner that complies with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.
Volt is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
