Batching Operator

Vibrant Ingredients; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous vacation time

Paid Holidays

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Medical/Dental/Vision

Health & Wellness programs

Job summary

Vibrant Ingredients in Indianapolis seeks a production associate to follow batch paperwork, operate batching equipment, monitor quality, and support safety and efficiency on the plant floor. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, strong math and reading skills, and the ability to work with a team in a fast-paced environment.

You will contribute to precise batching, equipment operation, and continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with GMP and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret batch paperwork, recipe cards, and safety rules.
• Good math skills for calculating weights and measurements.
• Basic computer skills and attention to detail are essential.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and follow production schedules.
• Team player with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Accurately follow batch paperwork and recipes to prepare products with correct ingredients and measurements.
• Operate batching equipment such as scales, blenders, mixers, and pumps.
• Monitor equipment and processes to ensure quality standards.
• Troubleshoot issues during batching.
• Communicate with production team and shift supervisor.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Adhere to safety, GMP, and quality regulations and procedures.
• Work with Quality Assurance for product approvals and variances.
• Coordinate with Extraction and Packaging for product availability and scheduling.
• Complete Clean-In-Place (CIP) as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Team player

Reading batch paperwork

Good math skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Founded in 1954, Vibrant Ingredients is a leading provider of natural, clean label ingredients and systems that power extraordinary food and beverage experiences. The company’s broad portfolio — including natural flavors, botanical extracts, functional nutrition, cold brew coffee, tea essences, and food protection solutions — enhances taste, texture, color, shelf life, and performance across a wide range of applications. Vibrant operates four state-of-the‑art facilities across the United States and works with leading brands, manufacturers, and foodservice operators. With vertically integrated capabilities and a proven track record of innovation and execution, Vibrant helps customers accelerate to market without compromise.

About the role:

We are a trusted partner to our customers when it comes to innovation and an industry leader in clean label ingredients, we are a true partner. We collaborate with our customers in ways that respect people and the environment. A commitment to Purely Better™ drives our innovation team to discover new, on trend solutions.

How will you contribute:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Essential job functions and duties include, but are not limited to:

• Accurately follow batch paperwork and recipes to prepare the products with the correct ingredients, weights, and measurements.
• Operate batching equipment such as scales, blenders, mixers, and pumps to process materials including SOPs.
• Monitor the equipment and process to ensure quality standards are met.
• Troubleshoot issues that arise during the batching process.
• Communicate effectively with the production team and shift supervisor.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Adhere to all safety, GMP, and quality regulations and procedures.
• Partner with Quality Assurance Technicians for product approvals and variances
• Work alongside Extraction and Packaging department to ensure product availability for efficient scheduling.
• Complete Clean-In-Place (CIP) as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

***Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Prior experience in food or beverage manufacturing, batching, or related field is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as batch paperwork, recipe cards, and safety rules.
• Good math skills and ability to calculate weights and measurements.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and adhere to production schedules.
• A team player with good communication skills.

Work Environment:

• May involve exposure to allergens such as Soy, Wheat, Fish, Shellfish, Milk, Egg, Tree Nuts and Sesame.

What Vibrant Ingredients can offer you:

• Generous time off for vacations
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Health & Wellness programs

More about us:

Vibrant Ingredients, headquartered in Lake Mary, FL, is one of the world's leading independent providers of natural ingredients. With a legacy spanning over 70 years, we deliver a diverse portfolio of clean label ingredients and innovative system solutions to the food and beverage industry. Our commitment to quality and performance is reflected in our American‑made products, which enhance both taste and functionality. Backed by advanced manufacturing capabilities, we specialize in fermentation, patented cold brew extraction, custom flavor development, and a range of drying and blending technologies. Operating from four state‑of‑the‑art facilities strategically located across the U.S., we ensure the accessibility of real, high‑quality ingredients—helping our customers create better‑for‑you food and beverage for consumers.

"Improving the food and beverages consumed by providing real ingredients from nature that work."

This position is currently classified as on‑site.

Employees are eligible to participate in Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), Holidays, Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement Program.

The final salary offered for this position may take into account a number of factors including, but not limited to, location, skills, education, and experience.

The Company reserves the right to modify, update, change and/or make corrections to this job description, at the sole discretion of senior management, at any time during the employee’s employment term, at the sole discretion of management.

EEO Statement

Vibrant Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process as required under its Employment Accommodation Policy. Vibrant Ingredients will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to Vibrant Ingredients in advance.