Batching Blending Technician II

Refresco; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and vacation

Well-being benefits

Discount programs

Job summary

Refresco Beverages US, Inc. in Joplin, MO is seeking a production operator to support batching and blending operations in a fast-paced beverage plant. You will handle bulk ingredients, monitor quality, and ensure compliance with food-safety standards while maintaining cleanliness and safety protocols.

The role requires adherence to GMPs, use of PPE, and accurate documentation of batch data; teamwork and reliability are essential to keep production schedules on track in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in food/beverage manufacturing is preferred.
• Ability to follow GMP and safety procedures and wear PPE.
• Attention to detail in batch blending and quality checks.
• Strong teamwork and communication in a fast paced plant.

Responsibilities

• Operate batching/blending equipment in assigned area.
• Ensure product quality and integrity to meet specifications.
• Transport bulk ingredients by forklift and verify against SAP data.
• Follow batching sheets and record amounts accurately for traceability.
• Collect blend samples and bring to QA for testing; adjust as directed.
• Maintain area sanitation and CIP/COP routines as scheduled.

Skills

Forklift operation

GMP compliance

Quality control

Food safety

Tools

SAP

Job description

Make a Difference in YOUR Career!

Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table.

Make a Difference in YOUR Career!

Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table. We are the world's largest bottler for retailers and A-brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe and North America. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks. Our ambition is to continually improve and it's what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions-based. We are innovative. We seek out new challenges and conquer them. This is our company ethos, but it's our people's too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what's best. Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table?

• 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.
• Qualified 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 ensuring 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.
• Programs 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 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/Batching / batching / 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.
• Effectively operates plant water filtration systems.
• Removes empty barrels and bins from batching area to designated storage area and/or trailers.
• Effectively manages time and prioritizing tasks to meet production schedules.
• Receives and unloads deliveries of bulk concentrates as needed.
• Reports all non-compliance, product protection, food safety, and personal safety issues to management when encountered.
• Understands BOD process and can assist in BOD of batches.
• May assist in training new employees.

A Career with Refresco

Refresco offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, which include:

• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Well-being benefits
• Discount programs

Join Refresco TODAY and enjoy a rewarding CAREER!

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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