Blending Technician, 2nd Shift

Refresco•Lakeland, FL

7d•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. Their products are distributed worldwide from production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. The company is committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and seeking out new challenges. This role is for the 2nd Shift, which runs from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM, Monday to Friday, with regular Saturday work. The starting base pay is $21.00/hour, plus a $0.75/hour shift differential.

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.

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).
Responsible for adhering to food quality and food safety standards.
Comply with FDA, state/city regulations, Refresco quality policies, GMP's, HACCP, Allergen, Kosher, etc.
Will be trained and certified in the operations of all batching/blending equipment in his or her area of responsibility.
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.
Ability to 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 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 and forward to QA/Blending department for review.
Maintain sanitation and cleaning of the area throughout the shift.
Responsible for 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.