Batching Operator

Niagara Bottling • Lancaster, TX

74d

About The Position

At Niagara, we're looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water. Consider applying here, if you want to: Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact. Develop lasting relationships with great people. Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.

Requirements

• 2 Years - Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
• 2 Years - Experience in Position
• Ability to speak effectively with management and employees at all levels.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability and/or flexibility to work up to 12 hour shifts, day or night, overtime.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to visually inspect product and materials.
• Forklift experience

Nice To Haves

• 4 Years - Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
• 4 Years - Experience working in Position
• 2 Years - Experience managing people/projects

Responsibilities

• Precisely inspects, stages, weighs, and mixes ingredients according to the product recipes.
• Collaborates with Quality Assurance Technician on the analytical results and makes modifications or adjustments to the batches when needed (i.e. Brix, Acid, pH, color).
• Pre-weighs, blends, and liquefies components for beverage preparation.
• Accurately documents lot numbers, quantities, and expiration dates on formulas per customer regulations.
• Performs cleaning and sanitation of batching equipment and fillers (CIP's, foaming equipment and hand brushing).
• Operates forklift to load/move various ingredients, following all safety procedures.
• Adheres to the highest standards of company and plant safety programs, guidelines, rules, and regulations.
• Abides by Niagara's Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Food Safety Standards at all times.
• Maintains general housekeeping and quality in all areas of batching, production, and any additional areas assigned by plant leadership.
• Accurately completes hourly inspection sheets based on overall product quality.
• Assists in other areas as required by plant supervision.
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits packages

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Beverage and Tobacco Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED