Batching Technician - 1st Shift

Proper Beverage Company; Kentwood (MI); Sur place; USD 36 000 - 48 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Proper Beverage Company is seeking a Batching Technician for our 1st shift in Hudsonville, MI. You will ensure accurate and efficient mixing of ingredients to meet production requirements, working with a team to uphold quality and safety standards.

The role reports to the Batching Manager and operates Monday through Friday, 4:00am to 1:00pm, in a full-time production setting. Prior batching or food production experience is preferred, with a focus on precision and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in batching, mixing, or related production activities.
• Strong understanding of batching equipment and processes.
• Familiarity with GMP, HACCP, SQF and food safety requirements.

Responsabilités

• Follow batching processes to measure and mix ingredients per recipe and schedule.
• Coordinate with batching supervisor to ensure ingredients and materials availability.
• Maintain accurate batch records and collaborate with QC and R&D teams.

Connaissances

Batching operations

Industrial cooking

Quality control

Safety compliance

Outils

Batching equipment operation

Description du poste

At Proper Beverage Company, we believe in doing things the right way - with integrity, precision, and a focus on quality. As a rapidly growing, locally owned business, our mission is to craft beverages that our partners and their customers can trust and enjoy. Guided by our vision to be a leader in the beverage industry, we're driven by innovation, efficiency, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Led by a hands-on CEO and supported by a dedicated leadership team, Proper Beverage is a place where hard work is recognized, career growth is encouraged, and every employee has the opportunity to make a real impact. We offer competitive pay, advancement opportunities, and a collaborative environment where people can thrive both personally and professionally.

Job Information

Job Title

Batching Technician

Location

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

Department

Production

Reports To

Batching Manager

Supervisory Responsibilities

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 4:00am to 1:00pm.

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