Production Technician - Blend

Harvest Hill Beverage Company•Sherman, TX

About The Position

The Production Technician is a member of a high-performance work team responsible for operating, maintaining, and cleaning production-line equipment to meet production goals and maintain product quality. In the blending role, the technician blends products according to individual order specifications while following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), safety procedures, and standard operating procedures. Work includes weighing, blending, mixing, and transporting liquid and dry chemicals; completing and documenting batches; and maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work environment. The position is full-time on 12-hour shifts using a rotating 2-2-3 schedule on the Sunny Delight line. The listed night shift runs from 7 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. and includes a $0.75 per hour shift differential.

Requirements

At least two years of production or electrical mechanical experience.
Ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment.
Ability to work well in a team-based, diverse culture.
At least 18 years of age.
Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Stable work history.
High school diploma or GED.
Willingness and ability to work any shift and overtime as required.
Ability to pass a drug screen and physical.
Ability to pass a background check.
Ability to pass a basic skills assessment.
Ability to stand on hard surfaces, such as concrete, for extended periods of up to 12 hours per shift.
Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 60 pounds.
Ability to climb stairs, ladders, platforms, and other structures to inspect, operate, maintain, or troubleshoot equipment.
Ability to bend, twist, and kneel as needed to access equipment.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying seasonal temperatures and humidity.
Ability to work in high-noise areas while using proper personal protective equipment.
Ability to work around steam, pressure points, chemicals, and other potential hazards.

Responsibilities

Follow Good Manufacturing Practices, company policies and procedures, safety requirements, and applicable Standard Operating Procedures.
Maintain awareness of sterile practices and safe work practices.
Set up and operate blending equipment according to Manufacturing Order instructions.
Inspect, unload, and store inbound materials.
Process work orders efficiently and accurately according to Manufacturing Orders and the daily production schedule.
Perform basic math and calculate ingredient quantities, using a calculator as needed.
Prepare production batch samples for Quality Assurance testing.
Add ingredients to the selected blender and process them according to production orders.
Weigh, verify, document, and complete batches; adjust batches and complete correction worksheets and related documentation accurately.
Blend juices and water products using mixers, pumps, pipes, hoses, flow meters, tanks, minerals, salts, and other equipment.
Disassemble and reassemble equipment for cleaning while following safety guidelines.
Understand part numbers, lot numbers, and product descriptions used in Manufacturing Orders.
Learn and apply Lean Manufacturing practices to improve efficiency and eliminate waste.
Maintain required department logs and paperwork, including equipment-use records, cleaning logs, and Manufacturing Orders.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment to support efficiency, employee safety, and product integrity.
Maintain accurate inventory records.
Perform other duties as assigned.