2nd Shift Batcher/Canning Line Operator

Source Point Staffing; Wisconsin; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly growing organization is seeking a 2nd Shift Batcher Operator for their Beverage Canning Line. This dual role involves operating equipment for blending ingredients and packaging products. The ideal candidate will have experience in a food/beverage environment and possess strong math skills. A commitment to quality and teamwork is essential.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401K with Company Match

Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Company Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability

$1,000 Referral Bonuses

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in food/beverage or manufacturing environment.
• 2+ year experience in a batcher/mixer role required.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to blend raw materials for beverage products.
• Ensure quality and efficiency of product output on the canning line.
• Document all canning line and QA checks.

Skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Teamwork

Basic Math Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Rapidly growing and expanding organization with a great opportunity to grow in your career!

Fortress Nutrition is actively hiring for a 2nd Shift Batcher Operator to work on our Beverage Canning Line.

The right candidate will be able to train on 1st shift for 2-4 weeks and then move to the standard 2nd Shift Schedule.

Training Schedule:

1st Shift (6:00am-2:30pm, Monday-Friday); OT and weekends as needed

Standard Schedule:

2nd Shift (2:00pm-10:30pm, Monday-Friday, OT and weekends as needed)

Job Summary:

Working as part of the Beverage Operations team, the Batcher/Canning Line Operator is a dual role. The primary responsibilities involve functioning as a Batcher, operating equipment that blends raw materials to create beverage products by weighing, measuring, and mixing ingredients to client specifications following the MMR. This role requires cross-training on the canning line to operate as needed when batching is complete or for breaks/staffing shortages. The Canning Line Operator is responsible for operating high-speed canning/beverage production line equipment to produce and package products while working with a team.

What You’ll Do:

• Obtain ingredients from coolers and raw materials warehouse
• Pre-weigh ingredients for each batch following the MMR (batch ticket)
• Load raw ingredients into the VST according to the MMR
• Mix ingredients to produce syrup for operations
• CIP sugar, syrup and mixing tanks
• Pull water samples from mixing and syrup tanks for testing of pH levels
• Complete batching sheets (MMR) with attention-to-detail, accuracy, and following Good Documentation Practices (GDPs)
• Return partial and unused ingredients to ingredient coolers; reconcile partials to ensure accuracy of ingredient inventory
• Ensure resulting mixture meets specified consistencies and requirements; report any urgent quality, food safety incidents, or deviations immediately to the Operations Manager or Quality team for investigation and resolution
• Communicate effectively and timely any modifications to the manufacturing process to eliminate irregularities to Shift Lead, Production Supervisor, or Operations Manager
• Set-up, operate and maintain all packaging equipment, including filler, seamer, and packing equipment to ensure quality and efficiency of product output
• Troubleshoot issues as they arise on canning related machinery, including the filler, seaming and packing
• Document all canning line and QA checks to ensure statistical accuracy
• Notify maintenance of equipment and other mechanical issues and necessary repairs as they arise; report all issues to the Operations Manager immediately
• Perform physical inventory of packaging materials; report replenishment needs quickly to avoid production delays
• Adhere to safe work practices, follow GMPs, and maintain sanitary conditions to ensure equipment and product quality is maintained at all times
• Provide support as needed by working overtime to help operations and other shifts in staffing shortages
• Perform all duties with strict attention-to-detail to ensure product is packaged properly and efficiently, meeting all quality, food safety, and client specification standards
• Perform all other duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
• 1+ year experience in food/beverage or manufacturing environment is strongly desired
• Must possess basic math and conversion skills through prior experience in a batching role (ex. Kilos to pounds, gallons to pounds, etc.)
• 2+ year experience in a batcher/mixer role is required (liquid batching preferred)
• Previous experience working in a bottling and canning facility preferred
• Previous machine operating experience strongly preferred
• Basic mechanical knowledge to understand and operate production line equipment desired
• Must be able to proficiently read, write, and speak English
• Frequently required to stand; walk; talk or hear; reach above shoulders; use hands to finger, handle, grasp, pinch or touch objects, controls, tools or equipment; kneel, crouch and use foot/feet to operate machinery; bend at the waist; climb or balance
• Frequently required to lift, carry, move, push or pull materials, product or equipment up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time, up to ten (10) or more hours in a single shift

*This position requires reliability & punctuality, strong sense of urgency, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team*

What Your Compensation Package Will Look Like:

• $23.00-$25.00 per hour (based on experience) +$1.00 Shift Premium
• Double Pay for Overtime >50 Hours Per Week - AND Any Weekend Work!
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Package
• 8 Paid Holidays
• 401K with GREAT Company Match
• Affordable Insurance For You & Your Family – Medical, Dental, and Vision
• HSA Medical Plan Option withQuarterly Company Contribution
• Company Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability and Life & AD&D
• $1,000 Referral Bonuses –Uncapped!

The right candidate will have previous experience in liquid batching/blending in the food and beverage industry, mechanically inclined, and stable work history with previous employers.

To apply for this position, please email your resume directly to [e-mail].

Fortress Nutrition is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Apply using the CircaWorks.com online application or email your resume directly to [e-mail].