Batching Blending Technician

DBA-Verwaltungs-Gmbh; Fort Gibson (OK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

12 Paid Holidays and Vacation

Well-being Benefits

Job summary

DBA-Verwaltungs-Gmbh is looking for a Production Operator to join their manufacturing facility in Fort Gibson, Oklahoma. The role involves operating equipment, ensuring food quality and safety standards, and maintaining detailed documentation.

Candidates should have a High School Certification and preferably possess experience in a beverage production environment. The position includes various benefits and requires adherence to health and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Adhere to safety policies and wear required PPE.
• Comply with food quality and safety standards.
• Able to perform under pressure and handle complex tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate batching/blending equipment according to procedures.
• Ensure product quality and maintain sanitation of the area.
• Document and communicate safety and quality issues to management.

Skills

Experience in high-speed beverage production

Formal training in SAP, HACCP, GMP

Ability to lift 50lbs

Effective communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Certification

1-2 years relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Refresco is a global independent beverage solutions provider looking for a Production Operator in our manufacturing facility.

Essential Job Functions

• 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 (including but not limited to hairnets/beard nets, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard toe and slip/oil resistant shoes, appropriate safety gloves, and seatbelts while operating forklifts)
• Responsible to adhere to food quality and food safety as per the standard(s) provided by corporate, customer, and/or governing bodies (ex. SQF).
• Responsible for complying with FDA, state/city regulations, Refresco quality policies, GMP's, HACCP, Allergen, Kosher, etc as well as other regulations required.
• Will be trained and certified in the operations of all batching/blending equipment in his or her area of responsibility.
• Responsible for ensuring the quality and integrity of the product run on the lines based on specifications to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Transport required ingredients and pre-weighs by forklift to and from required areas.
• Verify all ingredients against SAP, food safety, food quality, and inventory control parameters before conducting syrup batching.
• Ability to program bulk ingredient delivery system.
• Follows instructions on batching/blending sheets, adds the proper ingredients, and records amounts accurately.
• Accurately obtains blend tank samples and takes them to the quality laboratory for testing. Follows instructions from the quality department on any batching/blending adjustments necessary to bring product into specification.
• Completes all required documentation for batching/blending operation and forwards to QA/Blending department for review.
• Maintains sanitation and cleaning of the area throughout the shift.
• Responsible for CIP/COP sanitation of all batching/blending lines, tanks and equipment as scheduled.
• Removes empty barrels and bins from batching/blending area to designated storage area and/or trailers.
• Receives and unloads tankers of bulk concentrates as needed.
• Reports all non‑compliance, product protection, food safety, and personal safety issues to management when encountered.

Required Skills

• Experience in a high‑speed beverage production environment preferred.
• Formal training in areas such as SAP, HACCP, GMP, Hygiene etc. preferred.
• Able to routinely lift 50lbs.
• Able to perform duties within a high stress/pressure environment, have a sound general knowledge of mathematical skills, i.e. measurements/formulas.
• Effective 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.
• Obtains/Sustains forklift certification.

Competencies

• Problem‑solving skills – Ability to quickly identify and resolve operational issues.
• Technology – Basic computer skills for operating production software and logging data.
• Cognitive – Ability to analyze data and process parameters to optimize production.
• Safety and Risk Management – Participation in safety audits and inspections to ensure a safe working environment.

Education and Experience

• High School Certification
• 1‑2 years relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Working Conditions

• Work Schedule: Weekdays, weekends, afternoon, evenings, overnight and holidays may be required. Overtime scheduled as needed.
• Work Environment: Operating in a fast‑paced production plant with numerous moving parts. Noise levels require hearing protection and temperatures can be very hot or relatively cold (laboratory and staging area is temperature controlled). The environment is structured and supervised.

Travel Requirements

• 0% travel anticipated.

Physical Requirements

• Must stand or sit for extended periods.
• May stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must lift up to 50 lbs. (most of the time 5+ lbs are lifted).
• Must carry and lift other weights.
• Walking required.
• Must operate forklift (drive).
• Must climb stairs/ladders or maintain balance.

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.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• 12 Paid Holidays, Vacation and Paid Time Off
• Well‑being Benefits
• Discount and Total Reward Programs

Equal Opportunity

Refresco Beverages US, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.