Blending Technician Lead

Duties & Responsibilities

• Leads the blending requirements to ensure attainment of production schedule
• Provides hands-on knowledge transfer to less experienced QA teammates in proper syrup, blending, and sanitization practices
• Maintains the inventory management system for raw materials and informs Management of any close dated material
• Demonstrates strong problem-solving ability
• Verifies sanitation activities in conformance with CMS matrix
• Supports team development and manages time independently

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Trains and engages with teammates on the Manufacturing floor and QA department to assist with development
• Participates in continuous improvement projects
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Working knowledge of High Pressure Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and Gas Chromatography (GC) technology
• Working knowledge of Sensory program and requisites
• Familiarity with process control (cpk, cp) to minimize data variation around the mean
• Computer skills to include competency in Excel, Outlook, Word
• Effective communication skills
• Supports the Consolidated Management System (CMS)
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Microbial knowledge and aseptic techniques
• Ability to comprehend complex processing equipment including sanitation circuits

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or up to 3 years of college or technical school
• Knowledge acquired through 1 to up to 3 years work experience

Work Environment

Noisy, wet, and extreme temperature environment