2nd Shift Batcher/Line Operator

Fortressllc; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortress Nutrition seeks a 2nd Shift Batcher Operator for its Beverage Canning Line. The role includes blending raw materials and packaging products while ensuring top quality and safety in a dynamic team environment. Ideal candidates have previous liquid batching experience and strong mechanical skills, along with a commitment to working overtime as needed.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401K with company match

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in food/beverage or manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years experience in a batcher/mixer role.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to blend raw materials to create beverage products.
• Load raw ingredients and mix ingredients to produce syrup.
• Ensure product quality and adherence to safety practices.

Skills

Basic math skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Batching equipment

Production line machinery

Job description

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, theBatcher/Canning Line Operatoris a dual role. The primary responsibilities will be 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 will require cross-training on the canning line to function as an operator as needed when batching is complete or for breaks/staffing shortages. The Canning Line Operator is responsible for operating the high-speed canning/beverage production line equipment to create, 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 and 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 repack 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 [e-mail].

Fortress Nutrition is an Equal Opportunity Employer.