Blender

Sun Orchard; Haines City (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision

401 matching

Consistent schedules

Job summary

Sun Orchard in Haines City, Florida is seeking a dedicated team member to operate automated blending and pasteurizing systems. You will ensure the quality and sterility of our products while working collaboratively within the team.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, strong communication skills, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Experience in food or beverage production is preferred. Join us to create exceptional food products!

Qualifications

• Food or beverage production experience is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret basic instructions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate automated blending, pasteurizing systems.
• Maintain sterility of the pasteurizer.
• Keep accurate logs of daily activities.
• Troubleshoot blending equipment.
• Maintain a clean environment in production areas.

Skills

Proficient communication skills

Ability to work independently and with a team

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

What We Offer

• Paid time off, sick time
• Competitive Pay!
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision; company paid life; flexible spending account; 401 matching
• Consistent schedules and professional growth opportunities
• A forward‑thinking work culture

About The Role

• Operate computer‑based automated blending, pasteurizing, finished products, and CIP systems.
• Must maintain sterility of the pasteurizer.
• Keep accurate, legible logs of all daily activities.
• Maintain daily inventory and shift reports.
• Troubleshoot all RTS blending equipment and related lines.
• Perform administrative tasks as assigned.
• Work well within a team environment.
• Perform periodic tear‑down of all pasteurizers, valves, and lines associated with the system.
• Verify the pulling and staging of all ingredients to be dumped/pumped for the Blender’s production.
• Work closely with other Blenders, System Operators, Supervisors, and team members while supporting their needs.
• Follow instructions and communicate product changes, clean‑ups, or any problems that deviate from the schedule or hinder efficiencies.
• Perform lab tests to support the blending process (including pre‑checks) and log them manually and/or electronically.
• Document accurately and timely.
• Follow GMP, Safety, SOP, and HACCP procedures.
• Use mechanical aptitude to facilitate troubleshooting of valves, pumps, meters, solenoids, and valve matrix.
• Perform tasks in outside tanker unloading as needed.
• Maintain a clean environment in the blend room, pasteurizer room, control room, and tank room.
• Must be able to flavor juices/drinks.
• Must be able to sense, by smell, whether or not juices/drinks are spoiled.
• Must be able to physically enter restricted, confined spaces including blend tanks and other tanks.
• Must communicate well, verbally and in writing.
• Must learn how to train new Blenders.
• Must be willing to cross‑train in other jobs.
• Must be able to follow instructions and work with minimum supervision.
• Assist other departments as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Proficient communication skills
• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Food or beverage production experience is preferred*
• Ability to read and interpret basic instructions
• Attention to detail with ability to understand technical tasks
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Join our team and contribute your expertise in creating exceptional food products while ensuring safety and quality standards are met!