Batch maker vs cheese processor

The differences between batch makers and cheese processors can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. It typically takes 1-3 months to become both a batch maker and a cheese processor. Additionally, a cheese processor has an average salary of $42,256, which is higher than the $33,791 average annual salary of a batch maker.

Batch maker vs cheese processor overview

	Batch Maker	Cheese Processor
Yearly salary	$33,791	$42,256
Hourly rate	$16.25	$20.32
Growth rate	4%	4%
Number of jobs	8,106	6,205
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 54%	High School Diploma, 31%
Average age	41	41
Years of experience	3	3

Batch maker vs cheese processor salary

Batch makers and cheese processors have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Batch Maker	Cheese Processor
Average salary	$33,791	$42,256
Salary range	Between $27,000 And $41,000	Between $32,000 And $55,000
Highest paying City	Reading, PA	-
Highest paying state	Alaska	-
Best paying company	John B. Sanfilippo & Son	-
Best paying industry	Manufacturing	-

Differences between batch maker and cheese processor education

There are a few differences between a batch maker and a cheese processor in terms of educational background:

	Batch Maker	Cheese Processor
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 54%	High School Diploma, 31%
Most common major	Business	Business
Most common college	-	-

Batch maker vs cheese processor demographics

Here are the differences between batch makers' and cheese processors' demographics:

	Batch Maker	Cheese Processor
Average age	41	41
Gender ratio	Male, 95.1% Female, 4.9%	Male, 83.0% Female, 17.0%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 11.0% Unknown, 4.4% Hispanic or Latino, 18.0% Asian, 6.5% White, 59.3% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%	Black or African American, 10.0% Unknown, 4.4% Hispanic or Latino, 21.1% Asian, 5.4% White, 58.3% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
LGBT Percentage	6%	6%

Differences between batch maker and cheese processor duties and responsibilities

Batch maker example responsibilities.

Operate numerous types of CIP systems.
Recognize and used PPE need to perform daily job functions.
Operate CIP process equipment in accordance with quality system procedures.
Partner with QA to maintain the product spec's and ensure food quality.
Maintain the accuracy of batch logs and keep up-to-date detail production records to comply with GMP.
Follow strict GMP rules and guidelines in properly sanitizing and maintaining all equipment used in making the products.

Cheese processor example responsibilities.

Manage the project schedule and design the PowerPoint presentation.
Work directly with mortgage lenders and foreclosure attorneys to negotiate timely and cost effective repayment plans or modifications for delinquent loans.
Process chemical mixes from automate controls PLC systems.
Used distillation/fractionation process for alcohol recovery DCS and PLC programs to control reaction processes and blending.
Maintain confidentiality of all company and patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.

Batch maker vs cheese processor skills

Common batch maker skills

Basic Math, 13%
Safety Procedures, 9%
Math, 8%
GMP, 7%
Quality Checks, 6%
Batch Ticket, 5%

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Updated January 8, 2025

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