Batching Technician - 1st Shift

Proper Beverage Co.; Kentwood (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Proper Beverage Company in Hudsonville, MI is seeking a Batching Technician to ensure accurate and efficient mixing of ingredients to meet production needs.

You will work with a team on 1st shift, Monday–Friday, 4:00am–1:00pm, maintaining safety, quality, and regulatory compliance while documenting batch production and collaborating with QA/R&D to refine formulations.

This role emphasizes continuous improvement and cost-effectiveness through waste reduction and process optimization.

Qualifications

• Experience in batching, mixing, or similar is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of batching equipment, systems, and processes.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP and SQF principles is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Follow batching process with accurate measurement and mixing of ingredients per recipe and schedule.
• Coordinate with Batching Supervisor for timely availability of ingredients and materials.
• Monitor equipment, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate with maintenance for repairs.

Skills

Batching operations

Quality control

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Information

Job Title: Batching Technician

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

Company: Proper Beverage Company

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.

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.