Batching Blending Technician- Front End Days
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 with products distributed worldwide from production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. The company is driven by an ethos of continuous improvement, innovation, and a passion for tackling new challenges. This role is for a Batching/Blending Technician who will be responsible for handling ingredients, maintaining filters, and preparing product for bottling by mixing ingredients according to Refresco quality procedures and SAP. The technician will supply the production line with blended product in a timely manner and help attain maximum product recovery, reporting to the department Manager.
Requirements
- 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.
- High School Certification
- 1-2 years relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
- Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for precise control of equipment.
- Regular need to give moderate attention with one or two senses at a time.
- Requires attention to detail, requiring attention with one or two senses at a time.
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
- Handle ingredients, maintain filters, and prepare product for bottling by mixing ingredients according to Refresco quality procedures and SAP.
- Supply the production line with the blended product in a timely manner and help to attain maximum product recovery.
- 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.
- Ensure the quality and integrity of the product run on the lines based on specifications.
- 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.
- Obtain blend tank samples and take to the quality laboratory for testing.
- Follow instructions from the quality department on any batching/blending adjustments necessary.
- 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 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.
Benefits
- 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
- Vacation Days and Paid Sick Time Off Days
- Well-being Benefit
- Discount and Total Reward Programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
