Batcher

Keurig Dr Pepper; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Paid Time Off

401k with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Mileage Reimbursement

Job summary

Keurig Dr Pepper is hiring a Batcher for the 2nd shift in Louisville, KY. You will prepare and mix ingredients to produce syrup while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role requires learning batching equipment operation, accurate records, and collaboration with the production team to keep lines running smoothly. Starting pay is $24.13 per hour with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO, tuition reimbursement, and mileage reimbursement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to learn quickly and willingness to learn about how processing equipment works. Mechanical understanding and food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to quickly learn to operate a forklift safely around pedestrians.
• Self-motivated team player with ability to make decisions, communicate and problem solve.
• Comfort with basic computer functions and ability to quickly learn production software.
• Basic mathematical skills to make production calculations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and healthy environment, demonstrating safe behaviors at all times.
• Understand and help drive improvements to quality systems and policies (Quality Data System, Safe Quality Food, Good Manufacturing Practices, and HACCP).
• Collaborate with production team members to maintain continuous flow of syrup to the lines.
• Mix and blend ingredients to create various batches.
• Learn to safely and efficiently operate batching equipment including set up, operation, and sanitization.
• Ensure food safety through quality checks and accurate record keeping.
• Inventory and control ingredients and receive sugar.
• Generate productivity and continuous improvement ideas.
• Demonstrate KDP values of Team First, Deliver Big, Think Bold, Being Fearless and Fair.

Skills

Forklift operation

Team player

Problem solving

Basic computer skills

Production software familiarity

Mathematical calculations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Quality Data System

Production software

Job description

Job Overview:

Batcher

The Batcher is responsible for preparing and mixing appropriate ingredients required to produce finished syrup for KDP’s line of beverages while maintaining KDP’s high standards in safety and quality. This role will also be engaged in complying with and understanding the manufacturing processes to lead in the improvement of safety, quality, delivery, productivity and growth.

Shift & Schedule:

This is a full time position on 2nd shift working 2:00pm to 10:30pm, Monday-Friday. Flexibility to work overtime, weekends and holidays as scheduled is required.

Position Responsibilities:

• Maintain a safe and healthy environment, demonstrating safe behaviors at all times
• Understand and help drive improvements to quality systems and policies (Quality Data System, Safe Quality Food, Good Manufacturing Practices. and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points)
• Collaborate with production team members to maintain continuous flow of syrup to the lines
• Mix and blend ingredients to create various batches.
• Learn to safely and efficiently operate batching equipment including set up, operation, and sanitization
• Ensure food safety through quality checks and accurate record keeping
• Inventory and control ingredients and receive sugar
• Generate productivity and continuous improvement ideas
• Demonstrate KDP values of Team First, Deliver Big, Think Bold, Being Fearless and Fair

Total Rewards:

• Starting rate of pay is $24.13 per hour
• Benefits, subject to eligibility, and collective bargaining agreements (where applicable): Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Paid Time Off (including vacation and sick time), 401k with company match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage Reimbursement

Requirements:

• High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred
• Ability to learn quickly and a willingness to learn about how processing equipment works. Mechanical understanding and food manufacturing experience preferred
• Ability to quickly learn to operate a forklift safely around pedestrians
• Self-motivated team player with ability to make decisions, communicate and problem solve
• Comfort with basic computer functions and ability to quickly learn production software
• Basic mathematical skills to make production calculations

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

• Lift, push and pull a minimum of 50lbs. (Will they frequently need to lift, push and pull this amount?
• Ability to bend, stretch and stand during entire shift.
• Ability to frequently kneel, squat, climb stairs/ladders, stoop, twist, and reach overhead with repetitive motions
• Ability to work in a variety of temperature and humidity conditions

Company Overview:

Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands that meet a wide range of needs and occasions. Our North American refreshment beverage business holds leadership positions across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice and mixers with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Mott’s®, A&W®, Peñafiel®, GHOST®, 7UP®, Snapple®, Clamato® and Core Hydration®. Our global coffee business spans more than 100 markets and includes the leading Keurig® single‑serve brewing system in the U.S. and Canada, along with powerhouse brands such as Peet’s, L’OR and Jacobs, and other regional coffee leaders. Our more than 50,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact for people, communities and the planet.

We strive to be anemployer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation and growth. Will you join us?

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

A.I. Disclosure:

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