Batching Technician – Brewing Operations (2nd/3rd Shift)

City Brewing Company; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

City Brewing Company in Latrobe, PA, seeks a Batching Associate to operate blending and batching processes in the Brewing & Batching Departments. You will work with manual and automated equipment, cross-training across cleaning, mixing, batching, sanitation, quality, and filtration tasks.

Safety and quality are emphasized daily. Daily duties include batching tasks, equipment operation, and documentation, collaborating with operations team members, electro-mechanics, and electricians.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint) and effectively use the Internet.
• Attention to detail required.
• Previous experience driving a forklift a plus.
• Effective communication skills both verbal and written.
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced, self-managed team environment.
• Take pride in your space, cleaning the machine and area you work in.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team with people of varying skills and backgrounds.
• Good analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform all work tasks, wearing all required PPE.
• Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices and HACCP rules.
• Manually batch dry and liquid ingredients.
• Forklift operation for material movement around facility.
• Verify the quality, quantity, and lot numbers of all the necessary raw materials prior to batching.
• Operation of pumps, valves, and sequences.
• Performance of basic laboratory testing and data recording.
• Loading and unloading of tanker trucks and completion of necessary paperwork in compliance with FDA.
• Perform tank and line cleanings on schedule using a CIP system.
• General cleaning following a master sanitation schedule with use of chemicals and pressure hoses.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed by adherence to Company policies.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Forklift operation

Internet

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Job description

City Brewing Company – Who We Are

City Brewing & Beverage is a leading U.S. co-manufacturer for top beverage brands. With more than 25 years of experience and state-of-the-art high scale and high volume facilities, we have the ability to produce a diverse portfolio of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. We foster a collaborative, growth-focused workplace where employees are empowered to learn, lead, and make an impact while helping shape the future of the beverage industry.

City Brewing Company – Who We Are

City Brewing & Beverage is a leading U.S. co-manufacturer for top beverage brands. With more than 25 years of experience and state-of-the-art high scale and high volume facilities, we have the ability to produce a diverse portfolio of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. We foster a collaborative, growth-focused workplace where employees are empowered to learn, lead, and make an impact while helping shape the future of the beverage industry.

Job Summary

The Batching Associate will be responsible for blending and batching processes. This position is responsible for operating various manual and automated manufacturing equipment within the Brewing & Batching Departments. The Batching Associate will be cross-trained and able to complete tasks in cleaning, mixing, blending, materials batching, sanitation, quality and filtration areas. You will be responsible for completing daily and weekly batching operations tasks on time and within standard operating procedures, while ensuring Safety and Quality. This position will work closely with fellow operations team members, electro-mechanics, and electricians.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Safely perform all work tasks, wearing all required PPE
• Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices and HACCP rules
• Manually batch dry and liquid ingredients
• Forklift operation for material movement around facility
• Verify the quality, quantity, and lot numbers of all the necessary raw materials prior to batching
• Operation of pumps, valves, and sequences
• Performance of basic laboratory testing and data recording
• Loading and unloading of tanker trucks and completion of necessary paperwork in compliance with FDA
• Perform tank and line cleanings on schedule using a CIP system
• General cleaning following a master sanitation schedule with use of chemicals and pressure hoses
• Ensure safety procedures are followed by adherence to Company policies
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint) and effectively use the Internet
• Attention to detail required.
• Previous experience driving a forklift a plus
• Effective communication skills both verbal and written
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced, self-managed team environment
• Take pride when working in your space, attending to cleaning the machine and area you work in.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment with people of varying skills and backgrounds
• Good analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
  
  

City Brewery is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all applicants will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Must be available to work 2nd or 3rd shift including weekends and holidays.