Batching Technician - 1st Shift

Proper Beverage Co.; Hudsonville (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Proper Beverage Company in Hudsonville, MI is seeking a Batching Technician to join our production team on 1st shift (5:30am–2:00pm, Monday–Friday). You will ensure the accurate mixing of ingredients to meet batch specifications, while maintaining safe, compliant, and efficient production processes.

Responsibilities include following recipes, coordinating with the Batching Supervisor for timely ingredient availability, and maintaining production records.

Qualifications

• Experience in batching, mixing, or similar production processes.
• Strong knowledge of batching equipment, systems, and procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and teamwork.
• Detail-oriented with good problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Follow batching processes and accurately measure and mix ingredients per recipe and schedule.
• Coordinate with the Batching Supervisor to ensure timely ingredient availability.
• Monitor equipment, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate with maintenance for repairs and preventive maintenance.

Skills

Batching experience

Food production

Quality minded

Safety aware

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Information

Batching Technician

4432 S. Buttermilk Ct. Suite 400 Hudsonville, MI 49426

Proper Beverage Company

Production

Batching Manager

None

Job Description

As Batching Technician, you will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and efficient mixing of ingredients to meet production requirements. You will be part of a team of batching technicians working to ensure the highest standards of quality, safety, and productivity are maintained.

This is a full-time, 1st shift position. The schedule is Monday through Friday from 5:30am to 2:00pm.

Responsibilities

Batching Duties

• Follow the batching process, including the accurate measurement and mixing of ingredients according to recipe specifications and production schedules.
• Coordinate with the Batching Supervisor to ensure timely availability of ingredients and materials for batching operations.
• Monitor batching equipment and systems, troubleshooting any issues and coordinating with maintenance staff for repairs and preventive maintenance.

Safety & Compliance

• Strictly adhere to safety protocols, sanitation standards, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure a safe and hygienic working environment.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits of batching operations to ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Documentation

• Maintain accurate records of batch production, ingredient usage, inventory levels, and equipment maintenance activities.

Collaboration

• Collaborate with quality control and R&D teams to evaluate product quality and assist in the development of new formulations and recipes.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize batching processes, reduce waste, and improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

All other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Experience in batching, mixing, industrial cooking, or similar, preferred.
• Strong knowledge of batching equipment, systems, and processes.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Solid understanding of food safety regulations and quality management systems (e.g., HACCP, SQF).
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and prioritize tasks to meet production deadlines.