Batching Operator - Food Manufacturing 2Nd Shift

About California Custom Fruits and Flavors

Founded in 1986, California Custom Fruits & Flavors (“CCFF”) is a leading developer and manufacturer of custom-formulated specialty ingredients & flavors. CCFF develops tailored solutions for its diverse customer base of brands, retailers, and co-manufacturers across numerous food products and channels. With world-class facilities in California and Indiana, CCFF has served as a leading partner and innovator of industry-leading flavors and formulations for nearly four decades.

CCFF is backed by Peak Rock Capital, a leading middle-market private investment firm that makes equity and debt investments in companies in North America and Europe. Peak Rock's equity investment platform focuses on opportunities where it can support senior management to drive rapid growth and performance improvement, with expertise in corporate carve-outs and partnering with families and founders seeking first-time institutional capital. 

Position:

As a Batching Operator, you will be responsible for cooking batches to their required temperature as set forth by the provided job ticket. Additionally, our Batching Operators are responsible for following specified instructions, confirming and double checking all pre-weighed ingredients for accuracy and calculating the proper number of full units for sugar and fruits (calculator provided). 

Responsibilities:

• Cook batches to required temperature as set forth by the job ticket. 
• Follow instructions specified on the job ticket.
• Double check all pre-weighed ingredients for accuracy.
• Calculating the proper number of full units for sugars and fruits (calculator provided).
• Assisting the Packaging Operators (as needed).
• Provide samples to Quality Assurance for testing and approval. 
• Ensure work area is kept sanitized throughout shift. 

Ideal Qualifications:

• Education: HS Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience: 1+ years in food manufacturing preferred.  Experience utilizing HMI screens, following Good Manufacturing Practices for a food manufacturing  facility.
• Language: Ability to read, write, and understand English. 
• Detail Oriented: Confirming all pre-weighed ingredients for accuracy. 
• Collaborative: Working effectively with others to foster a collaborative environment.

Why Join Us:

• Be part of a mission-driven food company focused on quality and innovation
• Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career growth
• Supportive and collaborative work culture
• Commitment to sustainability, food safety, and ethical sourcing

Equal Employment Opportunity

All candidates are subject to a criminal background check and standard drug screen. All offers are contingent upon favorable results. California Custom Fruits and Flavors is committed to recruiting, selecting, and developing employees based on individual ability and job performance.