Batching Technician

DrinkPak; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% PPO medical, dental, and vision

Cell phone stipend

401(k) match

Pet insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

DrinkPAK, a premier beverage manufacturer in Santa Clarita, seeks a batching technician for night shift to ensure accurate ingredient mixing and timely production. You will document lot numbers, perform quality checks (Brix, pH, color), and collaborate with Quality on adjustments. The role requires forklift use and strict GMP adherence.

We offer strong benefits, a 12-hour night schedule (2/2/3), and opportunities to grow with a fast-expanding company committed to safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 1–3 years in a similar position; Food or Beverage industry experience preferred.
• 1 year of experience managing projects.
• Experience in high-speed manufacturing, bottling, beverage, packaging, or canning preferred.
• Ability to visually inspect products and materials.
• Forklift experience.
• Excellent communication skills; bilingual (English & Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Precisely inspects, stages, weighs, and mixes ingredients according to the product recipes.
• Pre-weighs blends and liquefies components for beverage preparation.
• Documents lot numbers, quantities, and expiration dates on formulas per customer regulations.
• Performs cleaning and sanitation of batching equipment and fillers (CIPs, foaming equipment, and hand brushing).
• Operates electric forklift to load sugar, following all safety procedures.
• Adheres to the highest standards of GMP and Food Safety Standards.
• Maintains general housekeeping and quality in all warehouse areas; supports leadership needs.
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.

Skills

Forklift experience

Bilingual (English & Spanish)

Verbal & written communication

Safety mindset

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Power your Thirst for More at DrinkPAK, where we revolutionize beverage manufacturing, driven by automation and sustainability. Together, through grit and innovation, we break new ground in record time by acquiring the most advanced technology and attracting the brightest talent. Our explosive growth and journey through uncharted territories offers unique career opportunities enabling passionate individuals to reach their full potential. To support our teams, we offer enriching lifestyle accounts, comprehensive benefits, formal development programs, and an energizing environment. Drive your success at DrinkPAK, where we refresh, hydrate and nourish the world and our employees alike.Base Compensation Hourly Range: $27/$2.00 night shift differentialPOSITION DESCRIPTION: The batching technician is responsible for adhering to correct mixing instructions and specifications. Supplies the production line with the batched product in a timely manner and helps to attain maximum product recovery.SHIFT: Must be willing to work night shift; 12 hours per day 2/2/3 Schedule.BENEFITS: The well-being of our team members is critically important to us. As part of this commitment, we offer:100% PPO medical, dental, and vision insurance for our employees, 50% for their dependents, paid by the CompanyA cell phone stipend401(k) match program, pet insurance, life insurance, and moreLOCATION: The position is based at DrinkPAK's headquarters in Santa Clarita, California.Type: Full-time, Regular.RESPONSIBILITIESPrecisely inspects, stages, weighs, and mixes ingredients according to the product recipes. Collaborates with the Quality Department on the analytical results and makes modifications or adjustments to the batches when needed (i.e., Brix, Acid, pH, color).Pre-weighs blends and liquefies components for beverage preparation.Accurately documents lot numbers, quantities, and expiration dates on formulas per customer regulations.Performs cleaning and sanitation of batching equipment and fillers (CIPs, foaming equipment, and hand brushing).Operates electric forklift to load sugar, following all safety procedures.Adheres to the highest standards of company and plant safety programs, guidelines, rules, and regulations.Always abide by DrinkPAK’s Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Food Safety Standards.Maintains general housekeeping and quality in all warehouse areas, including any additional areas assigned by leadership.Accurately completes hourly inspection sheets based on overall product quality.Assists in other areas as required by leadership.Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.Please note this job description is designed to contain a partial list 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 prior notice.QUALIFICATIONSHigh School Diploma required.At least 1-3 years of experience in a similar position; 1-3 years of experience preferred in the Food or Beverage industry or similar manufacturing environment; 1 year of experience managing projects.Experience in high-speed manufacturing, bottling, beverage, packaging, or canning industries preferred.Ability to visually inspect products and materials.Forklift experience.Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and resolve issues across multiple departments.Good verbal and written communication skills.Safety, continuous improvement, and solutions-driven mindset.Bilingual (English & Spanish) preferred.OUR VALUESOur company’s culture is guided by our shared values of Speed, Intensity, and Purpose. These values are demonstrated in the following ways based on the role within the organization.Speed: Take the initiative to promptly identify and address potential issues or opportunities. Maintain a sense of urgency in your work, completing tasks efficiently.Intensity: Remain resilient in the face of challenges and setbacks by possessing a positive attitude, persevering through obstacles, and demonstrating adaptability in your approach.Purpose: Take ownership of your responsibilities and value the input and skillsets of your peers by working together as One PAK.ABOUT DRINKPAKDrinkPAK is the premiere manufacturer of canned beverages in North America. As producers of the largest and fastest-growing alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in the world, DrinkPAK provides full-service support for procurement, batching, processing, filling, packaging, warehousing, and distribution. Founded in 2020, DrinkPAK has revolutionized canned beverage manufacturing by offering extreme capacity and format flexibility through cutting-edge technology and a commitment to the best talent in the industry. For more information, visit www.drinkpak.com.WORKING CONDITIONSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.Ability to lift approximately 50lbs, stand 8+ hours, push and pull required.Occasionally required to work in refrigerated conditions (34* – 36*F), as well as frozen conditions (<10*F)