Batter Mix Operator ML - Grave A

Qualifications & Experience   

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job.  To successfully perform this job an individual must: 

• Able to have good work performance 

• Able to operate all batter equipment, piping, and controls in area of responsibility. 

• Certified to operate the Walkie lift and be able to operate it safely. 

• Be knowledgeable of the color, the look of batter, and ingredient. 

• Willing to help train new employees in the Batter Mixing Operator position 

• Able to measure viscosities using stopwatch, Zahn and/or Stein cup. 

• Able to effectively communicate in English verbally and in writing. 

• Read, understand, and obey all plant rules and practice safety as outlined in the employee handbook. 

• Be conscientious and consistent in his/her work 

• Practice proper body mechanics and safe lifting techniques. 

• Be knowledgeable of the potential hazards and safety procedures associated with the task being performed. 

• Actively practice and abide by all Company work, safety, and personal hygiene rules and regulations as outlined in the employee handbook. 

• Understand and follow lock out/tag out procedures.  

• Possess a working knowledge of how the equipment works 

• Must meet Sanitation qualification requirements 

• Must be forklift certified. If not, must meet requirements to become forklift certified. 

 

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses   equipment and materials properly. 

  

Education                                               

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.

 

Skills                                        

Effectively communicate in English verbally and in writing.  Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions.  Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.  Be able to work with the following equipment and tools: 

• PPE including safety glasses, gloves and safety shoes 

• Stein and Zahn Cup 

• Stop watch 

• Batter Knife 

• Water Hoses 

• Panel View 

• Automated ingredient systems 

• Hoist 

• Walkie lift 

• Battery change 

• Computer 

• Forklift certification 

Physical Demands   

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. While performing the duties of the job, the employee: 

• Be able to sit, stand, walk, and climb. 

• Have good hand-eye coordination. 

• Have normal finger dexterity and range of motion. 

• Be able to lift to 50 pounds on frequent basis. 

• Have specific vision abilities required by this job, which include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.  

• Required to reach with his/her hands and arms repetitively. 

• Must be able to push and pull heavy items on occasion. 

  

Work Environment  

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job. The employee:   

• Will regularly work near moving mechanical parts.  

• Will frequently be exposed to moderately cold surroundings.   

• Will occasionally be exposed to humid conditions as well as moderate heat.  

• May be occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration.  

• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.   

• Will regularly work around forklift traffic.   

• Will frequently be exposed to dust & batter allergies.