Batching Blending Technician

About the role

We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider, serving a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National, and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. We are solutions-based, innovative, and passionate about pushing the boundaries of what’s best in a fast-moving industry.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) in warehouse or production areas (e.g., hairnets/beard nets, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard-toe and slip/oil-resistant shoes, safety gloves, and seatbelts while operating forklifts).
• Adhere to food quality and food safety standards as per corporate, customer, and/or governing bodies (e.g., SQF).
• Comply with FDA, state/city regulations, Refresco quality policies, GMPs, HACCP, Allergen, Kosher, and other required regulations.
• Train and certify in the operation of all batching/blending equipment in your area of responsibility.
• Ensure the quality and integrity of products based on specifications to meet customer satisfaction.
• Transport 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 syrup batching.
• Program bulk ingredient delivery systems.
• Follow batching/blending sheet instructions, add proper ingredients, and record amounts accurately.
• Obtain blend tank samples and deliver them to the quality laboratory for testing; follow quality department instructions for adjustments.
• Complete all required documentation for batching/blending operations and forward to QA/Blending for review.
• Maintain sanitation and cleanliness of the area throughout the shift.
• Perform CIP/COP sanitation of all batching/blending lines, tanks, and equipment as scheduled.
• Remove empty barrels and bins from the batching/blending area to designated storage 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.

Requirements

• High School Certification.
• 1-2 years of relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience in a high-speed beverage production environment preferred.
• Formal training in SAP, HACCP, GMP, Hygiene, etc., preferred.
• Able to routinely lift 50 lbs.
• Able to perform duties in a high-stress/pressure environment.
• Sound general knowledge of mathematical skills (e.g., measurements/formulas).
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Solid comprehension of production schedules and laboratory testing.
• Understanding of quality improvement, increasing efficiencies, improving yields, and eliminating out-of-specification or damaged product.
• Attention to detail.
• Obtain/sustain forklift certification.

Skills

• Problem-solving: Ability to quickly identify and resolve operational issues.
• Technology: Basic computer skills for operating production software and logging data.
• Cognitive: Ability to analyze data and process parameters to optimize production.
• Safety and Risk Management: Participation in safety audits and inspections to ensure a safe working environment.
• Coordination and Dexterity: Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for precise control of equipment.
• Visual/Sensory: Regular need to give moderate attention with one or two senses at a time; attention to detail.

Working Conditions

Operating in a fast-paced production plant with numerous moving parts. Noise levels require hearing protection, and temperatures can vary (laboratory and staging area are temperature-controlled). The environment is structured and supervised.

• Work Schedule: Weekdays, weekends, afternoons, evenings, overnights, and holidays may be required. Overtime scheduled as needed.
• Travel Requirements: 0% travel anticipated.

Physical Requirements

Physical Demand R (Rarely 0-15%) O (Occasionally 16-45%) F (Frequently 46-100%) Stand or Sit X Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl X Lifting 50 lbs. (minimum 5 lbs.) X Carry weight, lift X Walking X Driving (forklift) X Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance X

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/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.