Baldwin Richardson Foods, Co. is a global manufacturer of custom food and beverage ingredients and one of the largest African-American family-owned and-operated businesses in the food industry. The Company has strong supply relationships with some of the world’s largest Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG), Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) and Food Service customers. Iconic, global food brands entrust Baldwin Richardson Foods as their partner to deliver the highest quality products that exceed industry standards. The Company also manufactures and markets Mrs. Richardson’s Ice Cream Toppings and Nance’s Mustards and Condiments. Baldwin Richardson Foods has manufacturing locations in Macedon, NY and Williamson, NY; Corporate Offices in Oakbrook Terrace, IL and Food Innovation Center Westmont, IL.

• These openings are in our Macedon, NY facility.
• We currently have openings on our 2nd and 3rd shifts (For reference, 1st shift is 8:00am to 4:30pm, 2nd shift is 4:00pm to 12:30am, and 3rd shift is 12:00am to 8:30am).
• Starting pay is $21-$25/hour, depending on experience. A shift differential is applied to each shift ($0.75/hour for 2nd shift, $1.50/hour for 3rd shift).
• To qualify for the Processor I level as an external applicant, you must have at least 6 months of prior batching experience, and must obtain a satisfactory score on our processor exam as well as our mechanical aptitude assessment.
• JOIN US BONUS, FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY! APPLY NOW! - All applicants hired for this role are eligible to receive a $2,000 sign on bonus. Payout is structured as follows: $500 paid after 30 days of employment, remaining $1,500 paid after 6 months of employment.

WHAT WE NEED:

The Processor role sets up equipment for processing and will batch raw ingredients in accordance with cook cards and written batch instructions. This role works across many departments and functions, and therefore, will gain a broad understanding of the BRF production processes.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Sets up equipment for processing operations in accordance with product specifications and standard operating procedures.
• Batches raw ingredients into kettles & processing equipment in accordance with Cook Cards and written batch instructions.
• Verifies that all materials used are correct for product being produced by checking Cook Cards.
• Handles ingredients in a manner to maintain Food Safety standards.
• Halts process and notify QA and Supervision in the event of any observed foreign materials, out-of-specification product, process failures, or any Food Safety or Quality concerns.
• Supports the start-up and shut down of processes.
• Checks product to ensure quality specifications are maintained using analytical equipment as designated by the Cook Cards.
• Observes work conditions and generate work orders for equipment or Process area repairs.
• Communicates ongoing equipment, material, or quality concerns to incoming teams.
• Monitors and documents critical control points, ingredient lot numbers, and real-time recording of events.
• Validates temperature recording charts for proper operation.
• Trains Assistant Processors in areas of validated expertise and assists with R&D test runs.
• Assists in the cleaning of kettles and batch systems, including pumps, utensils, and general area cleaning.
• Completes all required batch paperwork accurately.
• Follows proper Good Manufacturing Practices including wearing personal protective equipment.
• Adheres to all safety requirements.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Required Education/Experience:

• The ability to operate a forklift (prior experience preferred) and complete the internal certification program.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Minimum of six months of cooking/process experience and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• If no prior batching experience, must be signed off on 3 processing decks to advance to Processor from Processor Assistant.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Effectively read the cook cards, which are written in the English language, and complete batch paperwork.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Demonstrate basic mathematical competencies including, but not limited to, addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication of both fractions and whole numbers, and converting units of measurement.
• Work in a manufacturing environment, which includes fluctuation in heat, moisture, and noise.
• Wear Food Manufacturing GMP Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - hard hat, hairnet (head and beard if applicable), steel toes shoes/boots, and face mask.
• Work Overtime (8-10 hours per week) to assist the organization in meeting customer requirements.
• Display the ability to multi-task and perform essential job duties with a sense of urgency.
• Due to SQF regulations, all employees must be able to fluently read, write, and converse in the English language.

Generous benefits package, including low premium and out-of-pocket medical/dental/vision costs, vacation, sick, 401k with matching, holiday, birthdays off, designated holidays and floating holidays.

Read more about who we are at:

www.brfoods.com or www.linkedin.com/company/baldwin-richardson-foods