Batching Operator - 1st Shift

DreamPak; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Full benefits package

401(k) retirement program

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

DreamPak LLC in New Berlin, WI, is hiring a 1st Shift Batching Operator to support our liquid food and beverage production. The role runs 5:00 AM to 2:00 PM and offers a competitive hourly wage with a full benefits package, 401(k), PTO, and holiday pay.

You will operate processing equipment, blend batches, record lots, perform QC checks, and follow safety and cGMP guidelines. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of mixing/blending experience, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Candidate must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 1 year of mixing and blending experience in a food/beverage/pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Operate processing equipment for blending and mixing into finished product.
• Record batching information, lot code, and total production quantities.
• Perform QC tests to ensure product meets specifications and safety standards.
• Read and follow manufacturing formulas; select items from inventory and record lot numbers.
• Maintain equipment and work areas; comply with OSHA, cGMP, and safety requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

1 year blending experience

Stand for long periods

Lift 50 lb

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift license

Job description

Are you interested in launching new and innovative products to the market? Changing the food and beverage industry? At DreamPak, we aspire to bring liquid food and beverage innovations to the market and make consumers lives more efficient, simple and enjoyable. We have stayed true to the idea that liquid concentrates represent the future of the beverage and dietary supplement world. This singular focus has allowed us to expand from a single product contract manufacturing shop into a technology and innovation driven, vertically integrated company serving a wide range of markets and categories. We're looking for the best and brightest to take our company to the next level.

Due to growth, it has created a need for a 1st Shift Batching Operator position. The shift is 5:00 AM - 2:00 PM. The position comes with a competitive hourly wage, full comprehensive benefits program, 401K retirement program, paid time off and holiday pay. If you are selected for an interview, other information will be shared throughout the interviewing process. More details are listed below for reference.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILTIES

• Operation of processing equipment. Blending, and mixing into finished product.
• Ensure batches are properly blended. Record batching information, lot code, and total production quantities.
• Ensure quality batches are produced. Perform specific QC tests to ensure product meets specifications.
• Understand the basic setup, loading and operation of production equipment.
• Understand the raw ingredient set-up and blending of raw materials products.
• Be able to read and understand a manufacturing formula sheet.
• Choose the correct items from current inventory, and record lot number (if indicated).
• Weigh out and tag the product amounts based on formula sheet for production.
• Clean/maintain production equipment and areas of building as needed.
• Understand and abide by OSHA regulations.
• Acts as the back up to the other Batching Operators and Pre-Weigh Operators during absences to ensure the integrity of the SQF system.
• Responsible for adhering food safety, cGMPs, employee safety, quality standards, sanitary practices and customer specifications.
• Report any food safety problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED
• High attention to detail
• Minimum one (1) year mixing and blending experience in a food/beverage/pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Must have a valid WI driver’s license (required for forklift operation) Driver’s license is not a requirement for forklift. Prior experience as a forklift driver is preferred. Must be able to obtain a forklift license through DreamPak.
• Must able to remain on their feet for an extended period of time.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

COMPETENCIES

• Communication
• Technical Skills
• Self-Development
• Adaptability
• Collaboration