Blending Technician — 2nd Shift, Beverage Plant

Refresco; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and PTO

Well-being benefits

Discount and Total Reward Programs

Job summary

Refresco Beverages US, Inc. is seeking a 2nd Shift team member for our Lakeland facility. The role focuses on high-speed production, batching, and maintaining safety and quality standards.

You will operate batching/blending equipment, use SAP for materials, meet GMP/HACCP requirements, and lift up to 50 lbs. We offer competitive pay ($21.00 base plus $0.75 shift) and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school certification required.
• 1-2 years relevant manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs regularly.
• Experience with SAP, HACCP, GMP, and Hygiene practices preferred.
• Strong written and verbal English communication.
• Knowledge of production schedules and laboratory testing.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to GMPs, PPE, and safety rules in warehouse/production.
• Ensure product quality and safety per SQF, FDA, and corporate policies.
• Operate batching/blending equipment as trained.
• Transport ingredients by forklift and manage bulk concentrates.
• Record batch data and prepare samples for lab testing.
• Maintain sanitation and CIP/COP of lines.

Skills

High-speed production

SAP training

HACCP/GMP

Lift 50lbs

English communication

Production scheduling knowledge

Forklift certification

Attention to detail

Quality improvement

Education

High School Certification

Tools

SAP

Job description

Make a Difference in YOUR Career!

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)

Starting Base Pay = $21.00/Hour, Plus $0.75/Hour Shift Differential

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.
• Attention to detail required.
• Obtains/Sustains forklift certification.

Competencies:

• 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:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• 12 Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Paid Time Off
• Well-being Benefits
• Discount and Total Reward Programs

Join Refresco TODAY and enjoy a rewarding CAREER!

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EEOC Statement

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