Blending Lead

Carolina Beverage Group, LLC; Cold Spring (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Bonuses

Employee Assistance Program

Life and Disability Insurance

Free Uniforms

Job summary

Cold Spring Brewing in Cold Spring MN is seeking a Batching Manager to oversee all batching processes during the shift at our production facility. The role includes coordinating with management and serving as the liaison between the company and customers, ensuring adherence to recipes and quality standards.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year blending/manufacturing experience, strong attention to detail, and ability to read formulas. This is a full-time, day-shift position with 12-hour shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1+ years in blending or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret formulas and procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records with math and science skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee batching processes during shift and ensure all specs are met.
• Coordinate with management and act as liaison between company and customer.
• Train and lead co-workers; minimize changeover time and ensure quality.

Skills

Batching

Leadership

Record keeping

Attention to detail

Formulas reading

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

With roots dating back to 1874, Cold Spring Brewing is a leader in contract beverage production, serving customers nationwide from our state-of-the-art facilities in the Southeast, Southwest, and Midwest. As one of the most diverse and flexible beverage manufacturers in the country, we produce everything from teas and energy drinks to malt-based beverages.

Status: Full Time Day Shift

Hours: 12 hour shift - 6a-6p

Schedule: 2-2-3 rotating shifts (work 15 days a month!)

Summary

Through the Batching Manager, this position is in charge of all batching processes at the production facility during their shift. This position is also responsible for keeping the Batching Manager and other management informed of the above process at the plant in addition to being the liaison between the company and customer.

What You Will Be Doing

• Being sensitive to Confidentiality Agreements, works as liaison between the company and customer.
• Monitors activities in area of responsibility at all times during shift.
• Trains and leads, as well as communicates effectively with all co-workers.
• Works to minimize change over time.
• Ensures that every detail and specification of each product is met.
• Ensures co-workers follow recipes and directions, “to the letter.”
• Oversees batching, preparation for batching, movement to storage and all associated record keeping.
• Ensures all batching specifications are met using refractometer and hydrometer readings (BRIX) and CO2 tests.
• Assists the lab in TA, PH, and alcohol tests.
• Keeps track of assigned inventory and notifies warehouse when low.
• Is responsible for maintaining proper sanitation, keeping track of what chemicals are used and in what concentration.
• Responsible to evaluate and make suggestions for the continuous improvement of processes in area of responsibility.
• Must learn and apply new processes and procedures in area of responsibility.
• Ensures all equipment is maintained, calibrated, and working properly at peak efficiency.
• Aid in coordinating batching repairs with maintenance and following up on these items.
• Coordinate kits, sugar, and tote loads to the plant from the receiving distribution center.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.
• Adhere to and comply with Good Manufacturing Practices as outlined in Employee Handbook.
• Adhere to and comply with quality production and Food Safety.

What You Need to Bring

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years of experience in a blending or manufacturing environment
• Ability to read and interpret formulas and procedures
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records with math and science skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with SAP or other inventory management systems
• Experience with GMP and/or HACCP regulations
• 1-3 years’ experience in a Production environment is preferred, but not required.

Job Setting

This role is based in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Employees will experience varying physical demands throughout the day, including standing for extended periods, walking on occasionally slippery floors, and handling equipment or materials.

Due to the nature of the facility, temperatures may fluctuate based on outside weather conditions including heat and cold.

The work environment can be loud, and hearing protection (ear plugs) is required. Additionally, to ensure safety and hygiene, employees must wear hairnets and refrain from wearing jewelry while on the production floor.

Alcohol is an ingredient in products we produce. We are unable to guarantee specific positions, work schedules or work environments that do not include working around alcohol.

Physical Requirements

• Lift and/or move up to 100 pounds occasionally
• Lift and/or move up to 60 pounds frequently
• Extended standing on hard surfaces.
• Vision required: distance, close, color, peripheral and depth perception
• Frequently required to stand, talk or hear, use hands to finger, feel and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to sit, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.
• Occasionally exposed to working on elevated platforms, confined spaces, with fumes or airborne particles and/or toxic/caustic chemicals, and his pressure steam.
• Frequently exposed to working near mechanical parts and exposed to vibration.

What’s In It For You?

At Cold Spring Brewing, we believe in supporting the well-being of our team members both inside and outside the workplace. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance: Competitive medical, HSA and FSA plans, dental, and vision coverage options for you and your family. Coverage begins the 1st of the month following 60 days.
• Paid Time Off: Paid Time off and paid holidays to ensure work-life balance.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) with company match to help you plan for the future beginning after receiving your first paycheck
• Bonuses: Monthly performance-based bonuses
• Employee Assistance Program: Support services for personal, work, and life challenges.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Life insurance, AD&D insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Free Uniforms

At Cold Spring Brewing, you’ll be part of a company that values innovation, quality, and teamwork. We’re committed to providing you with the resources and support to grow your career, all while fostering a culture of safety, sustainability, and employee empowerment.