Batching Technician - Seasonal

Refresco Brand; Calgary; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Refresco Brand is seeking a Syrup Maker in Calgary, Alberta to ensure the highest quality product while adhering to safety and quality standards. The role requires creating mixtures based on provided instructions and ensuring compliance with safety procedures.

Ideal candidates will have experience in a fast-paced environment, strong communication skills, and the ability to perform under pressure. Shifts are rotational, with regular lifting requirements.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Formal training such as WHIMIS, HACCP, Hygiene preferred.
• Able to perform duties in a high stress/pressure environment.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures.
• Responsible for mixing instructions and sanitation requirements.
• Complete all required reports legibly and in a timely manner.
• Work closely with departments to improve quality and efficiency.

Skills

Fast moving packaged goods experience

Beverage production experience

Forklift certification

Ability to lift 60lbs

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Certification

Job description

Summary

Reporting to the Quality Supervisor, the syrup maker is committed to providing the customer with the highest quality product in an efficient and cost effective manner. Reporting to the Quality Assurance Supervisor, the syrup maker is responsible for following mixing instructions and sanitation requirements to ensure quality of the finished product.

Key Accountabilities

• Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas.
• Responsible to adhere to food quality and food safety as per quality standards and/or Safe Quality Food requirements.
• Stage concentrate and other ingredients prior to batching. Ensure verification of ingredients and expiry dates prior to opening any pails or starting to mix.
• Complete and sign the formula card, lock out the syrup tank and take the formula card to the laboratory. Make adjustments as directed.
• Complete all required reports (including work orders, action reports, etc.) legibly and in a timely manner. If a mechanical problem exists with a valve or a tank, contact Maintenance or a Manager immediately. Do not use the tank or affected valve until approved by Maintenance or a Manager.
• Keep both the can line and the bottle line supplied with syrup.
• Immediately inform the Scheduler, Quality Assurance Manager or Production Manager of potential problems (shortages, lack of tanks, etc.)
• Plan tank usage in advance to maximize batch sizes.
• Must follow all measure and mixing instructions, no deviations are permitted.
• Work closely with the Filler Operator, Quality Assurance and Lead Hands to perform flush outs and product changes in a timely manner and ensure product quality.
• Do not mix more than four hours ahead in the schedule to allow for mechanical difficulties or schedule changes.
• Notify Scheduler of sweetener delivery problems.
• Work closely with all departments to improve quality, increase efficiencies, improve yields and eliminate out of specification or damaged product.
• Complete and sign the formula card, lock out the syrup tank and take the formula card to the laboratory.
• Keep the syrup room clean and sanitary.
• Communicate with the syrup maker coming on shift any supply, mechanical or scheduling problems.
• Monitoring of concentrate and ingredient lot numbers.

Skills / Qualifications

• Experience in a fast moving packaged goods environment, beverage production experience preferred.
• Formal training in areas such as WHIMIS, HACCP, Hygiene etc. preferred.
• Forklift certification may be required.
• Able to routinely lift 60lbs.
• Able to perform duties within a high stress/pressure environment. Have a sound general knowledge of mathematical skills, i.e. measurements/formulas.
• Strong 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.

Education and Experience

• High School Certification.
• 3-5 years relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment.

Working Conditions

• Shifts - Rotation shifts are required for this position.
• Physical - Continuously standing or walking. Regular requirements to lift/handle/carry material or equipment of moderate weight.
• Visual/Sensory - This position requires regular need to give moderate attention with one or two senses at a time.
• Work environment - Work and environment are very repetitive.
• Mental Stress - There is pronounced pressure from deadlines, production quotas, accuracy or similar demands.

Other Duties

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Refresco is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Refresco does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, status in uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.