Batching Blending Technician - 1st Shift

Refresco Careers•Modesto, CA

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Refresco is the leading global independent beverage solutions provider, serving national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. We are a solutions-based and innovative company that continually improves and seeks out new challenges. Our ambition is to put our drinks on every table, driven by passionate people pushing the boundaries of what's best in a fast-moving industry.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

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 all batching/blending equipment.
Ensure the quality and integrity of the product run on the lines 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.
Follow instructions from the quality department on any batching/blending adjustments.
Complete all required documentation for batching/blending operation.
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.
Receive and unload tankers of bulk concentrates.
Report all non-compliance, product protection, food safety, and personal safety issues to management.