Batcher

With Staff Management | SMX, you'll get a weekly paycheck, learn new skills, meet new people, and work with a great management team in a clean and safe environment.

Ready to start a new career with a predictable, four-day work week? We're hiring a Batcher for a temp-to-hire position in Niles, IL , offering $17.50/hour ! Enjoy a 1st shift schedule, Monday through Thursday, 6:00 am to 4:30 pm. This is your chance for stable employment and a pathway to a permanent role. If you're ready to batch up your future, contact our RPS Recruiter, Melanie at [email protected] to apply!

Perks & Benefits: Weekly paychecks, Direct Deposit or Cash Card pay options, Medical / Dental Insurance.

Shifts: 1st Shift.

Employment Types: Temp to Hire.

Pay Rate: $17.50 / hour

Duties:

• Batching & Mixing Operations Operate mixers, scales, timers, and related systems to prepare accurate batches.

• Pre-scale and prepare minor ingredients, premixes, and manually scaled items.

• Verify formulas, weights, and labeling to ensure compliance with production standards.

• Adjust formulas within given parameters to maintain product quality and reduce waste.

• Control temperature and consistency during the batching process.

• Review batching schedule and SCADA system for accuracy and changes.

• Quality, Documentation & Compliance Complete equipment inspections, mix sheets, and production documentation accurately. Perform GMP inspections and ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and plant policies.

• Make sound quality decisions within defined parameters to prevent sub-standard mixes.

• Participate in safety, GMP, and continuous improvement teams and meetings.

• Cross-Functional Support Assist in cleaning tanks and safely handling chemicals as required.

• Support other production areas as a light machine operator or general labor when trained.

• Report equipment malfunctions and collaborate with maintenance or supervisors to resolve issues.

• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

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Position Requirements:

• Ability to adapt in fast-paced environments and make quality decisions under pressure.

• Desire to operate as part of a self-directed work team and contribute to improvement initiatives.

• Physical Requirements Ability to walk, stand, climb, reach, stoop, bend, grasp, and move throughout the facility daily.

• Work in high-noise areas with required PPE (hearing/vision protection).

• Must be able to lift, push/pull mixing bowls up to 55 lbs.

• Exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and bakery ingredients. Able to work in multi-shift environments and handle potentially hazardous equipment or materials

Requirements: Background Check, Drug Test, Must be at least 18 years old., required education: HS Diploma or GED.

Work Location: Rich Products, Niles, IL 60714.

Job Types: Light Industrial, Manufacturing, Production.

Industry: Manufacturing.

The hourly rate for this position is anticipated between $17.50 - $17.50 per hour. This range is a good-faith estimate, based on the shift you work and other considerations permitted by law. An employee''s pay history will not be a contributing factor where prohibited by local law. In addition to monetary compensation, we offer medical, dental, vision, life, and more. More details about benefits can be found at .

SMX, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, age, gender identification, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable law.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact your Recruiter or Employee Relations at [email protected] or 1-800-610-8920. TrueBlue, Inc. and its brands will consult with all applicants who request disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account the applicant's individual accessibility needs.