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Batcher- 1st Shift

Location: 

Niles, IL, US, 60714

Req ID:  35947
Segment:  Operations

Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $4 billion, Rich’s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich’s®—Infinite Possibilities. One Family.

 

Purpose Statement

This position is 1st Shift: Monday thru Thursday 6:00 am- 4:30 pm

Mixes dough by batches following established formulas and plant procedures. Performs duties of pre scaling minor ingredients. Able to read and comprehend operation procedures and to fill out necessary paper work during performance of the job. 

Key Accountabilities and Outcomes

  • Operates mixers, scales, and mixer related systems. 
  • Operates mixer control timers. 
  • Prepares and labels premixes. Check premixes to ensure correct premix formula and weight. Prepares and adds various, manually scaled, non-premix ingredients at mixer. 
  • Adjusts formulas within given formula parameters. 
  • Controls temperature and consistency of the dough. 
  • Within given parameters, make dough quality decisions to minimize waste and sub-standard mixes. 
  • Performs equipment and GMP inspections prior to equipment operation. Fills out required inspection forms, mix sheets and other production documentation as required. 
  • Assists moving dough troughs to and from depositing area. 
  • On all lines performs required plant safety inspections and participates in safety, GMP, Process Improvement teams, and other plant related committee and team meetings. 
  • Complies with all safety, GMP, plant policies, and other associate and food safety requirements. 
  • If qualified and trained, able to perform duties of light machine operator or general labor. 
  • Performs other job duties as assigned. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

  • High degree of judgment and organizational skills is necessary to maintain dough temperature, dough consistency and sequence of ingredient addition and mixer operation. 
  • Basic math skills necessary. 
  • Thorough understanding of food safety basic and associate safety basic practices. 
  • Must have a high a level of manual dexterity. 
  • Ability to work safely around equipment 
  • Able to lift up to 50 pounds and push/pull mixing bowls as needed 

Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Rich’s”), are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

 

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Rich’s. Please contact Rich’s Human Resources department at hrhelp@rich.com if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.

BRINGING YOUR BEST SELF TO WORK.

As a family-owned company, caring for our associates—their whole selves—is a top priority. That’s why we provide benefits and tools to help our people balance the integration of work and life:

  • Competitive compensation
  • Health & financial benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Family planning support
  • Flexible work policy
  • Associate resource groups
  • Volunteering & community impact opportunities
  • Holiday gatherings
  • In-house taste tests (we are a food company after all)!

It’s all part of how we support our family of associates. Because in the company of family, all things are possible.

MEET RICH’S.

Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $3.8 billion, Rich’s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich’s®—Infinite Possibilities. One Family.


Nearest Major Market: Chicago
Job Segment: Business Process, Management

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