Batching Blending Technician - 3rd Shift

Refresco Careers•Modesto, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Refresco is the leading global independent beverage solutions provider, serving national and international retailers and brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. We are a solutions-based, innovative company that constantly seeks new challenges. Our ambition is to continually improve, which is what keeps us at the top of our game. This ethos is shared by our people, who are passionate about pushing the boundaries of what's best in this fast-moving industry.

Requirements

High School Certification
1-2 years relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
Able to routinely lift 50lbs.
Able to perform duties within a high stress/pressure environment.
Have a 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.

Responsibilities

Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas.
Adhere to food quality and food safety standards provided by corporate, customer, and/or governing bodies (e.g., SQF).
Comply with FDA, state/city regulations, Refresco quality policies, GMP's, HACCP, Allergen, Kosher, etc.
Ensure the quality and integrity of the product run on the lines based on specifications to ensure customer satisfaction.
Transport required ingredients and pre-weighs by forklift to and from required areas.
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 the proper ingredients, and record amounts accurately.
Accurately obtain blend tank samples and take them to the quality laboratory for testing.
Follow instructions from the quality department on any batching/blending adjustments necessary to bring product into specification.
Complete all required documentation for batching/blending operation and forward to QA/Blending department for review.
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 to designated storage area and/or trailers.
Receive and unload tankers of bulk concentrates as needed.
Report all non-compliance, product protection, food safety, and personal safety issues to management when encountered.

Benefits

Competitive pay
Eligibility for performance-based bonuses
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
Life and AD&D Insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
Short-term disability and long-term disability
Pet Insurance
Legal Benefits
401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
12 Paid Holidays
5 Vacation Days and Paid (Sick) Time Off
Well-being Benefit Discount and Total Reward Programs