Batching Blending Tech (Seasonal)

Refresco•Fort Worth, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for operating batching and blending equipment in a high-speed beverage production environment. The position requires adherence to strict health, safety, and quality standards, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and food safety regulations. The technician will be trained on all relevant equipment, ensure product quality and integrity, and maintain a clean and safe work area. This is a seasonal position.

Requirements

Able to routinely lift 50lbs.
Able to perform duties within a high stress/pressure environment.
Sound general knowledge of mathematical skills, i.e. measurements/formulas.
Effective communication skills both verbal and written (English).
Solid comprehension of production schedules and laboratory testing.
Understand quality improvement, increase efficiencies, improve yields, and eliminate out of specification or damaged product.
Attention to detail required.
Obtains/Sustains forklift certification.
Basic computer skills for operating production software and logging data.
Ability to analyze data and process parameters to optimize production.
Participation in safety audits and inspections to ensure a safe working environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a high-speed beverage production environment preferred.
Formal training in areas such as SAP, HACCP, GMP, Hygiene etc. preferred.
1-2 years relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Adhere to food quality and food safety standards.
Comply with FDA, state/city regulations, Refresco quality policies, GMP's, HACCP, Allergen, Kosher, etc.
Operate and be certified in batching/blending equipment.
Ensure the quality and integrity of the product based on specifications.
Transport required ingredients and pre-weighs by forklift.
Verify all ingredients against SAP, food safety, food quality, and inventory control parameters before conducting syrup batching.
Program bulk ingredient delivery system.
Follow instructions on batching/blending sheets, add proper ingredients, and record amounts accurately.
Obtain blend tank samples and take to the quality laboratory for testing.
Make batching/blending adjustments as instructed by the quality department.
Complete all required documentation for batching/blending operations.
Maintain sanitation and cleaning of the area throughout the shift.
Perform CIP/COP sanitation of all batching/blending lines, tanks and equipment as scheduled.
Remove empty barrels and bins from batching/blending area.
Receive and unload tankers of bulk concentrates.
Report all non-compliance, product protection, food safety, and personal safety issues to management.