Blender Operator

Sun Orchard; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Sick time

Competitive pay

Medical, dental & vision

Life insurance

Flexible spending account

401(k) matching

Consistent schedules

Growth opportunities

Forward-thinking culture

Job summary

Sun Orchard in Tempe, AZ is seeking a Blender Operator to ensure efficient operation of the blender for juice production. You will operate blending, pasteurizing, and CIP systems while maintaining sterility and accurate daily logs.

The role requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, work in a team, and has preference for food/beverage production experience. Sun Orchard offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Food or beverage production experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret basic instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and technical task comprehension.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate computer-based blending, pasteurizing, and CIP systems.
• Maintain sterility of the pasteurizer and logs of daily activities.
• Maintain daily inventory and shift reports.
• Troubleshoot RTS blending equipment and related lines.
• Follow GMP, safety, SOP, and HACCP procedures.
• Work well within a team and assist other departments as required.

Skills

High school diploma

Proficient communication

Teamwork & independence

Food/beverage experience

Reading instructions

Attention to detail

Physical ability

Job description

Sun Orchard is the undisputed market leader in not-from-concentrate citrus ingredients and refreshments. We have an immediate opening for a Blender! The Blender Operator is responsible for ensuring the efficient and effective operation of a blender for the production of food and beverage products.

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, andCIP systems.
• Must maintain sterility of 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.
• Performs periodic tear-down of all pasteurizers, valves and lines associated with the system.
• Verifies the pulling and staging of all ingredients to be dumped/pumped for the Blender’s production.
• Works closely with the other Blenders, System Operators, Supervisors, and fellow team members while supporting their needs.
• Follows instructions and communicates product changes, clean ups, or any problems that deviate from the schedule or hinder efficiencies.
• Performs lab tests to support the blending process (including pre-checks) and logs them manually and/or electronically.
• Documents accurately and timely.
• Follows GMP, Safety, SOP and HACCP procedures.
• Uses mechanical aptitude to facilitate troubleshooting valves, pumps, meters, solenoids and valve matrix.
• Performs 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
• 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

About Us

Since 1984, Sun Orchard has been the leading developer and manufacturer of all natural citrus based ingredient and beverage products, servicing market leaders across the Food Service, Specialty Industrial and club channels. Our products are not from concentrate and minimally processed to maintain the natural benefits and flavors of the fruit. Our ingredients and beverages are clean label and non GMO, thereby meeting consumer demand for healthier, authentic, and all natural products. Our knowledge and expertise differentiate us from our competition. With over 250 employees dedicated to excellence, quality, and customer service, Sun Orchard has built trust and partnerships with our customers for nearly 40 years. Sun Orchard’s vision is to inspire a world that believes in genuine ingredients and refreshments. We are confident that our people are our greatest assets.

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