Food Batchmakers
Set up and operate equipment that mixes or blends ingredients used in the manufacturing of food products. Includes candy makers and cheese makers.
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Salary Information
Food Batchmakers: $40,790 (median) per year.
Starting salary (10th percentile).
Required expreience: Varies by Company
Data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
| Task Description | Category |
|---|---|
| Record operational or production data. | General |
| Adjust temperature controls of ovens or other heating equipment. | General |
| Clean work areas. | General |
| Sterilize food cooking or processing equipment. | General |
| Operate mixing equipment. | General |
| Watch operating equipment to detect malfunctions. | General |
| Notify others of equipment repair or maintenance needs. | General |
| Operate cooking, baking, or other food preparation equipment. | General |
| Measure ingredients or substances to be used in production processes. | General |
| Select production input materials. | General |
| Determine food production methods. | General |
| Load materials into production equipment. | General |
| Operate pumping systems or equipment. | General |
| Direct operational or production activities. | General |
| Inspect production equipment. | General |
| Inspect food products. | General |
| Package products for storage or shipment. | General |
| Move products, materials, or equipment between work areas. | General |
| Monitor instruments to ensure proper production conditions. | Maintenance |
| Evaluate quality of food ingredients or prepared foods. | Analysis |
| Shape clay or dough to create products. | Development |
Technology Requirements
| Technology | Description |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Office software | Office suite software |
| Edible Software | Inventory management software |
| Plex Systems Plex Manufacturing Cloud | Enterprise resource planning ERP software |
Relevant Certifications
Industry certifications that may be valuable for this career role:
| Certification | Issuing Organization | Practice Test |
|---|---|---|
| Certified Decorator | Retail Bakers of America | Not Available |