Batch Maker - Pangea Reptile : Job Details

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Pangea Reptile is expanding their Food Production Department and has an immediate opening for a FULL-TIME candidate to join our Batch Maker team.

PLEASE REVIEW TRAINING AND SHIFT SCHEDULE BELOW

We are a fast-growing company, one of the largest breeders of captive bred geckos in the world, and the producer of the number one crested gecko food diet in the country. We promote a friendly work environment and value Integrity, Quality Products, Healthy Animals, and Great Customer Service.

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We have recently expanded into a 34,000 square foot facility to keep up with the demand for our products and geckos located just inside Zeeland, MI.

We are looking for an individual who takes pride in the work they produce, desires to be a long-term member of a team, and is detail oriented.

Benefits: Flexible Schedule, Store Discount, Health Insurance after 90 days (Pangea Employee)

Required: Some Weekends and Holidays

Schedule: TRAINING SHIFT; TRANSITION TO PRIMARY SHIFT AFTER COMPLETION OF TRAINING 1st Shift Training: M-Th 8am to 6pm (4 – 10hr shifts)

2nd Shift Primary: M-F 3pm to 11pm

Job Summary: As a Batch Maker, you will play a crucial role in the production process by preparing and mixing raw materials according to specified recipes. This position begins with 1st shift training to ensure you gain the necessary skills and knowledge, after which you will transition to the 2nd shift for regular duties.

The Batch Maker is responsible for setting up, operating, and tending the equipment that blends, mixes, and cooks ingredients during the manufacturing process of Pangea Complete Crested Gecko Diet. The Batch Maker reads instructions and prepares products according to prescribed formulas. Maintains an extremely clean and sterile workplace.

Training (1st Shift):

Learn to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) for batch preparation.

Understand safety protocols and quality control measures.

Familiarize yourself with equipment and tools used in batch production.

Assist experienced batch makers in preparing batches under supervision.

Batch Preparation (2nd Shift):

Accurately measure and mix raw materials based on production recipes.

Operate and maintain mixing and processing equipment.

Monitor batch quality throughout the mixing process to ensure compliance with specifications.

Document production data and maintain accurate records.

Essential Job Functions:

Mix, blend, and prepare food products for packaging

Read and interpret recipes

Ensure all ingredients and formulas are correct

Clean and sanitize utensils and work surfaces

Clean and prepare equipment

Operate equipment

Record batches and oversees lot number distribution

Works with Quality Control and Production

Manages time and inventory

Trains new Batch Makers as necessary

Core Competencies:

Able to interpret, understand, and follow instructions and solve problems

Excellent attention to detail

Above average communication skills

Able to work independently and as part of a team

Able to read, write, and perform simple math problems

Superior attendance and reliability

Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands: While performing duties of this job, would occasionally be required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel, talk and hear, and use fingers and hands to feel objects, tools or controls. Work might entail significant time spent standing, exposure to extreme temperatures, enduring distracting/uncomfortable sounds and noise levels, as well as exposure to potentially hazardous conditions and equipment. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds. Employee may be required to climb stairs as needed to access various areas of the building. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus. Overtime may be necessary as workloads dictate. This may include weekdays, weekends and/or holidays.

Work Environments: Job requires dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations. Employees may be subject to random drug and alcohol testing, pre-employment physical and background checks.

The above is a list of activities routinely performed by this position and includes the essential function an individual must perform for the position. The above list is not all inclusive and Pangea Reptile reserves the right to add and/or remove any job duties as deemed necessary at any time.

*Because we are an animal food manufacturer and distributor, we are considered an essential business.