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This position is open to any qualified

INDIVIDUAL

regardless of sex, race, age, color, religion, national origin or disability.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review batch sheets.
• Confirm RM #'s and Lot #'s (picked vs. batch sheet requirements) and contact Process Lead or Supervisor with any discrepancies.
• Accurately weigh all ingredients and mark containers as needed (trace ability and allergen control).
• Close all containers and drums, and clean them of residue before returning them to warehouse return pallets.
• Keep all scoops and containers clean and in good condition.
• Check the scale for accuracy and cleanliness.
• Keep pre-weigh area clean, including pallets and slip-sheets.
• Maintain continuous communication with the Process Lead or Supervisor.
• Make swings for production or CIP. Know when and what to swing. Maintain proper housekeeping procedures during swings.
• Clean all totes, buckets and scoops after batching and store in the proper location (use guidelines for brute washing and drying).
• Clean, seal and label all ingredients for return to the warehouse.
• Know which ingredients can be combined and which ingredients must be kept separate.
• Know how to operate liquid pumps (for syrups and oils).
• Weigh ingredients in a timely and efficient manner.
• Document weights and lots on batch sheets and sign off when weighing is completed (per ingredient and per batch).
• Basic knowledge and understanding of blending and processing systems.
• Know proper gasket usage, replacement and securing clamps and fittings.
• Know how to remove, inspect, clean and install strainers and magnets.
• Know how to remove and clean "shock absorbers" for homogenizers.
• Know and understand how to follow batching instructions.
• Maintain proper safety procedures during batching.

Moderate on the job training Never 0% of shift Occasional 1-33% of shift Frequent 34-66% of shift Constant 67-100% of shift Physical Demands Sit X Stand X Walk X Grasp, handle, twist or type X Reach (forward or overhead) X Climb (stairs or ladder) X Squatting, kneeling or bending X Push/pull X Crawling X Driving a vehicle X Lifting/Carrying Up to 10 pounds X Up to 25 pounds X Up to 55 pounds X Up to 75 pounds

X 75-100

pounds X Work Environment Use of chemicals Must maintain a constant state of alertness X Outdoor weather conditions X Wet or humid conditions (non-weather) X Refrigerated temps (non-weather) < 40° X Elevated heat (non-weather) > 95° X Noise > 80 decibels X Dust X Fumes X Able to work around dairy/food products X Work in tight or narrow spaces X Working in, around & over lines / obstacles X Able to work with limited supervision X Typical office environment X Typical manufacturing environment X Typical farm/livestock environment X Typical lab environment

X JOB CLASSIFICATION

(As defined by Department of Labor & Dictionary of Occupational Titles) Sedentary Work Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. Involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing. Light Work Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently. Required walking or standing to a significant degree; or requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls. Medium Work Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly. X Heavy Work Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly. Very Heavy Work Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly. An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans