Quality Control Batcher

National Beverage Corp•Lenexa, KS

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About The Position

The Batcher position is responsible for preparing and mixing appropriate ingredients in adherence to the canning and bottling production schedule. In addition, the position is responsible set up, adjusting, maintaining, and configuring processing equipment according to assigned specifications, and regular communication with production personnel and supervisors and the completion of required paperwork.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED. A.S. degree preferred.
Strong basic mathematical skills in terms of multiplication, addition, subtraction, percentages, and ratios.
1 year of batching, warehouse, and/or production experience.
Must be 18 years or older.
Pass a background, drug test and physical exam.
Excellent oral and written communications skills in English.
Computer literacy.
Ability and willingness to work a flexible Full Time schedule that may include weekends and holidays.
Must be able to provide own transportation to various locations in organizational service areas, as required by duties.

Nice To Haves

HAZMAT handling a plus.

Responsibilities

Mix and blend concentrates to create various batches.
Set equipment parameters for each operation.
Weigh materials in accordance with production order.
Follow recipe instructions and calculating and accurately measuring all ingredients.
Accurately record the amount of material used for inventory.
Monitors equipment performance and sanitizes all equipment.
Ensures all products are produced in compliance with company standards and applicable laws.
Conducts in-process quality checks and provides samples to the quality lab.
Follow all safety programs, policies, and procedures.
Turns on all support equipment necessary to run the facility as needed.
Must do visual inspections of product, equipment, and complete documentation.
Load corrugate, labels, bottles/cans, glue, carriers etc… in appropriate machines.
Performs minor package change-overs on equipment as required, as well as change-over to proper raw material.
Performs preventative maintenance on equipment with regards to cleaning and clearing them of debris and materials.
Assist line mechanics in machinery repair or other tasks as/if needed.
Watch flow of materials, i.e. Cans/bottles/boxes/trays, etc… into appropriate machine. Clear jams if necessary.
Verify flavor and size according to schedule.
Reports any quality issue to the Lead person, QA Technician and/or Manager.
Shut down all equipment at end of shift if line is going down for the day.
Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.