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How to hire a batcher

Batcher hiring summary. Here are some key points about hiring batchers in the United States:

  • There are a total of 18,949 batchers in the US, and there are currently 879 job openings in this field.
  • The median cost to hire a batcher is $1,633.
  • Small businesses spend $1,105 per batcher on training each year, while large companies spend $658.
  • It takes between 36 and 42 days to fill the average role in the US.
  • It takes approximately 12 weeks for a new employee to reach full productivity levels.
  • HR departments typically allocate 15% of their budget towards recruitment efforts.
  • Pomona, CA, has the highest demand for batchers, with 3 job openings.

How to hire a batcher, step by step

To hire a batcher, you need to identify the specific skills and experience you want in a candidate, allocate a budget for the position, and advertise the job opening to attract potential candidates. To hire a batcher, you should follow these steps:

Here's a step-by-step batcher hiring guide:

  • Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
  • Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
  • Step 3: Make a budget
  • Step 4: Write a batcher job description
  • Step 5: Post your job
  • Step 6: Interview candidates
  • Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new batcher
  • Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist
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  1. Identify your hiring needs

    The batcher hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

    Determine employee vs contractor status
    Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

    A batcher's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, batchers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

    This list shows salaries for various types of batchers.

    Type of BatcherDescriptionHourly rate
    BatcherFood and tobacco processing workers operate equipment that mixes, cooks, or processes ingredients used in the manufacture of food and tobacco products.$12-19
  2. Create an ideal candidate profile

    Common skills:
    • Quality Checks
    • Production Lines
    • Mixers
    • Pallets
    • Safety Rules
    • CIP
    • GMP
    • QA
    • Production Equipment
    • Assembly Line
    • FDA
    • Customer Specifications
    • Batch Ticket
    • Lot Numbers
    Check all skills
    Responsibilities:
    • Comply with FDA regulations and follow company policies.
    • Operate laboratory top load, torque, and titration instruments.
    • Use touch screen control panel to select batches and to CIP tanks.
    • Prepare bulk quantities of cosmetic pharmaceuticals while adhering to FDA regulations & cGMP
    • Work with live audio mixers, filters, amplifiers, and recording equipment
    • Prepare ingredients for all products require for the production day, follow GMP guidelines.
    More batcher duties
  3. Make a budget

    Including a salary range in the batcher job description is a good way to get more applicants. A batcher salary can be affected by several factors, such as the location of the job, the level of experience, education, certifications, and the employer's prestige.

    For example, the average salary for a batcher in Georgia may be lower than in Alaska, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level batcher. Additionally, a batcher with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

    Average batcher salary

    $15.64hourly

    $32,527 yearly

    Entry-level batcher salary
    $25,000 yearly salary
    Updated December 16, 2025

    Average batcher salary by state

    RankStateAvg. salaryHourly rate
    1Pennsylvania$37,854$18
    2Washington$36,788$18
    3Utah$36,586$18
    4Idaho$36,136$17
    5California$36,086$17
    6Nevada$34,108$16
    7Iowa$32,737$16
    8Illinois$31,861$15
    9Arizona$31,465$15
    10Ohio$31,188$15
    11Alabama$30,990$15
    12Michigan$30,594$15
    13South Carolina$29,747$14
    14Georgia$29,688$14
    15Texas$29,042$14
    16Wisconsin$28,236$14
    17Florida$27,018$13

    Average batcher salary by company

    RankCompanyAverage salaryHourly rateJob openings
    1BD$49,540$23.82
    2Mars$41,279$19.85
    3PepsiCo$40,951$19.691
    4Leggett & Platt$39,977$19.22
    5TreeHouse Foods$39,891$19.18
    6Green Mountain Coffee Roasters$39,457$18.97
    7Optimum Nutrition$38,678$18.60
    8Cemex$35,300$16.97
    9Allied Mineral Products$33,459$16.09
    10Neil Jones Food Company$32,916$15.82
    11CSW Industrials$32,915$15.821
    12Kerry Holding Co.$32,915$15.821
    13Kelly Services$32,457$15.601
    14Admiral Beverage$32,428$15.591
    15Randstad North America, Inc.$31,968$15.37
    16ManpowerGroup$31,783$15.281
    17Aerotek$31,420$15.117
    18Caliper Family of Companies$30,916$14.86
    19TERRA Staffing Group$29,681$14.27
    20Focus Workforces$28,908$13.90
  4. Writing a batcher job description

    A good batcher job description should include a few things:

    • Summary of the role
    • List of responsibilities
    • Required skills and experience

    Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a batcher job description:

    Batcher job description example

    Syrup Batcher: This position will be responsible for the Preparing of bulk quantities of beverage products for packaging by performing the following duties. The employee frequently is required to walk, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Counts full goods and raw materials in stock and posts totals to inventory records.

    • Mixes beverage concentrate and other ingredients to produce syrup by following established recipes and procedures.
    • Makes mathematical calculation to make adjustments in recipe amounts based on the size of the batch to be mixed in order to meet quality standards.
    • Cleans, sanitizes and operates the batch room and equipment in compliance with F.D.A. and G.M.P. standards.
    • Evaluates prepared syrup as to texture, appearance, flavor, and other specified standards.
    • Records amount and kinds of ingredients, coding data and other appropriate information on Batch Sheets and other required Syrup Room documentation.
    • Receives and secures inventory.
    • Manages syrup inventory to ensure optimum use of ingredients in accordance with code dates.
    • Samples shipments to verify weights, measures, coding data, and other evaluations for product control.
    • Wears and utilizes appropriate safety equipment.
    • Wears Company provided uniform and presents a professional image to customers and the work place.
    • Completes all required Food Safety and GMP training and demonstrates compliance on a continual basis.
    • Other duties may be assigned by the immediate supervisor or other supervisor at any time.
    Company DescriptionAdmiral Beverage and affiliated companies have been quenching the thirst of the Pepsi generation for over 50 years.
  5. Post your job

    There are a few common ways to find batchers for your business:

    • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
    • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
    • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
    • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.
    Post your job online:
    • Post your batcher job on Zippia to find and recruit batcher candidates who meet your exact specifications.
    • Use field-specific websites.
    • Post a job on free websites.
  6. Interview candidates

    To successfully recruit batchers, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

    It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

    The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

  7. Send a job offer and onboard your new batcher

    Once you have selected a candidate for the batcher position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

    It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

    To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

  8. Go through the hiring process checklist

    • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
    • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
    • Define job responsibilities and requirements
    • Establish budget and timeline
    • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
    • Write job description
    • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
    • Promote the job internally
    • Process applications through applicant tracking system
    • Review resumes and cover letters
    • Shortlist candidates for screening
    • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
    • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
    • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
    • Conduct background checks on top candidates
    • Check references of top candidates
    • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
    • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
    • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
    • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
    • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
    • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)
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How much does it cost to hire a batcher?

Recruiting batchers involves both the one-time costs of hiring and the ongoing costs of adding a new employee to your team. Your spending during the hiring process will mostly be on things like promoting the job on job boards, reviewing and interviewing candidates, and onboarding the new hire. Ongoing costs will obviously involve the employee's salary, but also may include things like benefits.

You can expect to pay around $32,527 per year for a batcher, as this is the median yearly salary nationally. This can vary depending on what state or city you're hiring in. If you're hiring for contract work or on a per-project basis, hourly rates for batchers in the US typically range between $12 and $19 an hour.

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