Batch Weigher

Batch Weigher

Pay: $24.26 per hour plus Shift Differential: $1.00 per hour (After 8 PM)

Shift & Working Hours: 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM; Weekends/Overtime/Holidays as needed, hours subject to business needs.

The Batch Weigher is responsible for assisting production with kettle preparation by pre-weighing ingredients to be used on the processing floor and provide kettles with the necessary amount of ingredients to assure efficiencies.

Also, needs to observe all safety rules and ensure quality.

Responsible for ensuring operational compliance to all food safety policies and procedures.

This role is at a Dairy Foods manufacturing facility for Land O'Lakes, creating dairy products that stand for real, simple goodness.

We believe there's power in every drop of milk our farmers produce, and by improving production and finding innovative uses for that milk, we add a little good to people's lives.

Job duties:


* Check equipment for proper sanitation.


* Complete checklist and reports.


* Add the ingredients to the scheduled kettle.


* Wash kettles between kettle rotations as needed.


* Check all equipment (flexicon, scales) for proper operation.


* Formulate batches to meet the procedure specifications.


* Pre-weigh the ingredients according to schedule.


* Inspect raw materials before using for quality and sanitary specifications.

Record batch information on the provided forms (lot codes, quality, time, initials).


* Keep all ingredients covered, sealed and identified.


* Prepare workstation for operation and maintain a clean and organized work area.


* Follow HACCP principles and Good Manufacturing Practices.

Comply with Food and Personal Safety Procedures, company Policies and regulations


* Other duties as assigned

Required Experience and Skills:


* Must be 18 years or older


* 6+ months of work experience in any industry


* Basic computer and math skills


* Able to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions


* Willingness to learn new skills, problem-solve and troubleshoot


* Strong collaboration, communication skills, and is always respectful

Preferred Experience:


* 1+ year of food manufacturing work experience

Physical Requirements for production positions regularly include:


* Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing and other active movements.


* Lifting up to 50 pounds.


* Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment.


* Working across temperature zones that may include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may include work in environments where dust is present.

pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing and other active movements


* Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment


* Working in temperature zones that include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may incl...