Batching Blending Technician
About The Position
The Batching Blending Technician operates batching and blending equipment to produce beverage products according to specifications. The role verifies ingredients, follows batching sheets, records ingredient quantities, collects blend tank samples for laboratory testing, makes adjustments as directed by Quality, and completes required documentation. The technician also handles ingredient transport and bulk concentrate deliveries, maintains sanitation of the work area and equipment, and reports food safety, product protection, quality, and personal safety concerns to management. The position operates in a fast-paced, supervised production plant with moving equipment, variable hot and cold temperatures, and noise requiring hearing protection. Work may be scheduled on weekdays, weekends, afternoons, evenings, overnight, and holidays, with overtime as needed. No travel is anticipated.
Requirements
- High school certification.
- Ability to routinely lift 50 pounds.
- Ability to work in a high-stress or high-pressure environment.
- General mathematical skills, including measurements and formulas.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Solid comprehension of production schedules and laboratory testing.
- Attention to detail.
- Obtain and maintain forklift certification.
- Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for precise equipment control.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a high-speed beverage production environment.
- Formal training in SAP, HACCP, GMP, hygiene, or related areas.
- 1–2 years of relevant manufacturing work experience.
Responsibilities
- Follow health and safety policies, Good Manufacturing Practices, required PPE rules, and applicable food safety and quality standards and regulations.
- Train and obtain certification to operate batching and blending equipment in the assigned area.
- Ensure product quality and integrity according to specifications.
- Transport ingredients and pre-weighs by forklift to required areas.
- Verify ingredients against SAP, food safety, food quality, and inventory control parameters before syrup batching.
- Program the bulk ingredient delivery system.
- Follow batching and blending sheets, add the correct ingredients, and accurately record quantities.
- Collect blend tank samples and deliver them to the quality laboratory; follow Quality's instructions for adjustments needed to meet specifications.
- Complete batching and blending documentation and forward it to QA or the Blending department for review.
- Maintain area sanitation and cleaning throughout the shift.
- Perform scheduled CIP/COP sanitation of batching and blending lines, tanks, and equipment.
- Remove empty barrels and bins from the batching and blending area to designated storage or trailers.
- Receive and unload bulk concentrate tankers as needed.
- Report non-compliance, product protection, food safety, and personal safety issues to management.
- Participate in safety audits and inspections.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Pet insurance
- Legal benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with company match
- 12 paid holidays, vacation, and paid time off
- Well-being benefits
- Discount and Total Reward programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
