Blending Technician, 2nd Shift

Refresco Group; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Accounts

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Holidays & PTO

Job summary

Refresco Beverages US, Inc. is hiring for a 2nd Shift operator in Lakeland, FL. In this role you’ll support high-speed beverage production, adhere to GMPs and safety rules, and help ensure product quality on batching lines.

You will operate batching/blending equipment, record data, and assist with sanitation. This position requires physical ability and good English communication in a fast-paced plant.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced beverage production environment preferred.
• Formal training in SAP, HACCP or GMP is preferred.
• Able to lift 50 lbs and work in a high-stress setting.
• Strong verbal and written English communication.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to health, safety and GMP policies and wear PPE.
• Ensure product quality and batch integrity per specs.
• Operate and program batching/blending equipment as assigned.
• Record accurate ingredient amounts and run data.
• Maintain sanitation and CIP/COP on lines and equipment.

Skills

High-speed production

English communication

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Education

High School Certification

Tools

SAP

HACCP

GMP

Job description

Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table.

We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks.

Our ambition is to continually improve and it’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions-based. We are innovative. We seek out new challenges and conquer them. This is our company ethos, but it’s our people’s too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best.

Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table?

2nd Shift: 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM (Monday to Friday, with regular Saturday work)

Essential Job Functions:

• Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas (including but not limited to hairnets/beard nets, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard toe and slip/oil resistant shoes, appropriate safety gloves, and seatbelts while operating forklifts)
• Responsible to adhere to food quality and food safety as per the standard(s) provided by corporate, customer, and/or governing bodies (ex. SQF).
• Responsible for complying with FDA, state/city regulations, Refresco quality policies, GMP's, HACCP, Allergen, Kosher, etc as well as other regulations required.
• Will be trained and certified in the operations of all batching/blending equipment in his or her area of responsibility.
• Responsible for ensuring the quality and integrity of the product run on the lines based on specifications to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Transport required ingredients and pre-weighs by forklift to and from required areas.
• Verify all ingredients against SAP, food safety, food quality, and inventory control parameters before conducting syrup batching.
• Ability to program bulk ingredient delivery system.
• Follows instructions on batching/blending sheets, adds the proper ingredients, and records amounts accurately.
• Accurately obtains blend tank samples and takes to the quality laboratory for testing. Follows instructions from the quality department on any batching/blending adjustments necessary to bring product into specification.
• Completes all required documentation for batching/blending operation and forwards to QA/Blending department for review.
• Maintains sanitation and cleaning of the area throughout the shift.
• Responsible for CIP/COP sanitation of all batching/blending lines, tanks and equipment as scheduled.
• Removes empty barrels and bins from batching/blending area to designated storage area and/or trailers.
• Receives and unloads tankers of bulk concentrates as needed.
• Reports all non-compliance, product protection, food safety, and personal safety issues to management when encountered.

Required Skills:

• Experience in a high-speed beverage production environment preferred.
• Formal training in areas such as SAP, HACCP, GMP, Hygiene etc. preferred.
• Able to routinely lift 50lbs.
• Able to perform duties within a high stress/pressure environment, Have a sound general knowledge of mathematical skills, i.e. measurements/formulas.
• Effective communication skills both verbal and written (English).
• Solid comprehension of production schedules and laboratory testing.
• Understand quality improvement, increase efficiencies, improve yields, and eliminate out of specification or damaged product.
• Problem-solving skills - Ability to quickly identify and resolve operational issues.
• Technology - Basic computer skills for operating production software and logging data.
• Cognitive- Ability to analyze data and process parameters to optimize production.
• Safety and Risk Management - Participation in safety audits and inspections to ensure a safe working environment.

Education and Experience:

• High School Certification
• 1-2 years relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Working Conditions:

• Work Schedule: Weekdays, weekends, afternoon, evenings, overnight and holidays may be required. Overtime scheduled as needed.
• Work Environment: Operating in a fast-paced production plant with numerous moving parts. Noise levels require hearing protection and temperatures can get very hot / and or relatively cold (laboratory and staging area is temperature controlled). The environment is structured and supervised.

Travel Requirements:

• 0% travel anticipated.

A Career with Refresco

Refresco Beverages US, Inc. offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, which include:

• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• 12 Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Paid Time Off
• Discount and Total Reward Programs

EEOC Statement

Refresco Beverages US, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

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