What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pasteurizer / Batcher position at Johanna Foods Inc.?
Overview:
Rate: $20.00 $0.50 Shift Differential for 2nd shift
Responsibilities:
Responsible for the mixing, standardizing and pasteurizing of all juice and drink products.
Rate: $20.00 $0.50 Shift Differential for 2nd shift
- Using prepared batch sheets, accurately measure and blend ingredients per processing guidelines to meet finished product specifications.
- Standardize and adjust batches as needed by the addition of water, sweetener, acid, or other ingredients to meet the customer’s specifications.
- Be aware of the time / temperature relationship as it relates to product quality and JBC specifications relating to product held in the batch tanks and processing temperatures including hot and cold.
- Maintain each pasteurizer chart per SOP. Ensure all markings are made in a legible manner.
- Transport, stage, and handle ingredients in a food grade manner that ensures the absence of contamination or spoilage. When usage results in a remaining partial container of ingredient, that partial container will be managed according to SOP to ensure the absence of spoilage, contamination, or tampering.
- Responsible for the security of the batch tanks and the immediate area. When the batch deck is to be left unattended, any batch-in-process must be secured from possible tampering.
- The Pasteurizer Operator is responsible for maintaining the process within the control limits established by specification and for performing TQM that verifies the process is in control.
- The batcher is responsible to make certain observations and notations in support of the JBC Juice HACCP program.
- Pasteurization of all products within established heating and cooling standards and filtration.
- Proper storage of all pasteurized and unpasteurized products.
- Support proper rotation of raw materials in accordance with company policy.
- Accurately complete all necessary paperwork.
- Perform rework of all juice in accordance with company policy.
- Removal of unusable products within the batching department as directed by juice plant supervisor.
- Accurately weigh and prepare all dry-mix ingredients.
- Remove any empty drums to the designated areas.
- HS diploma or GED and 2 years experience in blending dry/wet products following detailed recipes.
- Individual is detail oriented and organized; able to set priorities and follow through.
- Individual is process oriented; able to focus and follow specific directions and procedures without deviation.
- Demonstrates good judgment, analytical and problem solving skills.
- Strong verbal, written and communication skills.
- Able to work varied shifts, including weekends.
- Able to frequently lift/carry 40 lbs.
Salary : $20