Food Batchmakers
What is a Food Batchmaker?
Food Batchmakers are skilled professionals who specialize in the large-scale production of food products, ranging from snacks and baked goods to sauces and frozen meals. They work in various settings such as food manufacturing plants, bakeries, and catering companies, where they are responsible for preparing, mixing, and processing ingredients according to specific recipes and production guidelines.
These individuals must have a deep understanding of food safety protocols and quality control measures to ensure that the food products meet health standards and consumer expectations. Food Batchmakers often operate industrial machinery, including mixers, ovens, and other equipment, and thus need to be proficient in handling these tools safely and efficiently.
In addition to their technical skills, Food Batchmakers are also involved in monitoring production schedules, adjusting ingredient quantities based on batch sizes, and maintaining accurate records of production processes. They play a crucial role in optimizing production efficiency while minimizing waste and ensuring consistent product quality.
This career requires a blend of culinary knowledge and mechanical aptitude, as well as the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Food Batchmakers must also possess problem-solving skills to address any issues that arise during the production process.
Overall, Food Batchmakers are integral to the food manufacturing industry, contributing their expertise to create high-quality food products that satisfy consumer demands and taste preferences.
Tasks
- Record production and test data for each food product batch, such as the ingredients used, temperature, test results, and time cycle.
- Clean and sterilize vats and factory processing areas.
- Set up, operate, and tend equipment that cooks, mixes, blends, or processes ingredients in the manufacturing of food products, according to formulas or recipes.
- Mix or blend ingredients, according to recipes, using a paddle or an agitator, or by controlling vats that heat and mix ingredients.
- Follow recipes to produce food products of specified flavor, texture, clarity, bouquet, or color.
Technology Skills
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Office suite software
- Microsoft Office software
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Enterprise resource planning ERP software
- Plex Systems Plex Manufacturing Cloud
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Inventory management software
- Edible Software
Tools Used
- Commercial use ranges
- Metering or injection or proportioning pumps
- Cheese making machine
- Commercial use mixers
- Commercial use food warmers
Knowledge
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Food Production
Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food products (both plant and animal) for consumption, including storage/handling techniques.
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Public Safety and Security
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
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Production and Processing
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
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Education and Training
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
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English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Skills
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Operations Monitoring
Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
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Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
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Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
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Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
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Coordination
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Abilities
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Information Ordering
The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
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Near Vision
The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
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Oral Comprehension
The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
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Control Precision
The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
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Problem Sensitivity
The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.
Education
How much education does a new hire need to perform a job in this occupation?
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High school diploma or equivalent
or: GED, High School Equivalency Certificate
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Some college, no degree
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Post-secondary certificate
Awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in Personnel Services, Engineering-related Technologies, Vocational Home Economics, Construction Trades, Mechanics and Repairers, Precision Production Trades)
Work Activities
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Controlling Machines and Processes
Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
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Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
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Documenting/Recording Information
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
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Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
Detailed Work Activities
- Record operational or production data.
- Clean work areas.
- Sterilize food cooking or processing equipment.
- Inspect food products.
- Operate cooking, baking, or other food preparation equipment.
Work Interests
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Realistic
Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, transportation, machine operation, agriculture, animal services, physical or manual labor, athletics, or protective services.
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Conventional
Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.
Job Outlook
Projected salary and job growth
$29480.0 - $55640.0
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.
Assessment
Related assessments and tests
No assessment available.