Blending Technician II

Westrock Coffee Company; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Westrock Coffee Company seeks a Blending Technician II for our Liquids production area. You will handle blending and processing of liquid products, ensuring quality and efficiency with proper documentation.

You will perform CIP procedures, verify temperatures and BRIX readings, taste-test liquids, and maintain traceability throughout the shift. The role requires HS diploma and 1–2 years blending/chemical experience, with a 12-hour night shift.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years blending experience preferred.
• 1–2 years chemical handling experience preferred.
• Knowledge of weights, measures, scales and calibration.
• Forklift and pallet jack certification required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run daily blending operations in liquids production.
• Operate and monitor brewing/processing equipment, ensuring quality and efficiency.
• Maintain lot traceability and documentation.
• Measure and mix ingredients accurately as per recipe.
• Perform CIP procedures at shift end using appropriate chemicals.

Skills

Blending experience

Chemical handling

Quality assurance

Attention to detail

Stand/walk for long shifts

Overtime flexibility

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Pallet jack certification

Calibration knowledge

Job description

Job Description

We are currently seeking to hire a Blending Technician II in our Liquids production area. This person will be responsible for processing and blending liquid products, with attention to quality and efficiency. They will also provide a system of checks and balances in the Liquid Processing Department. This position reports to the Liquid Processing Supervisor and has no direct reports.

Job Duties

• Responsible for setting up daily brewing production elements, including cleaning and sanitizing brewing equipment before and after each use.
• Pours coffee or tea into the processors, adding the correct amount of acid and ingredients as necessary.
• Maintains lot traceability and documentation
• Verifies product tags to ensure that the correct item is selected to be processed.
• Oversees the brewing process ensuring accuracy and quality are maintained
• Records the PH level, temperature and duration or brewing
• Verifies charts at the end of the shift, making sure that the peak temperature recordings are correct.
• Follows brew sheet into the lab and utilizes the BRIX reader.
• Conducts taste tests of liquid products.
• Weighs all ingredients in the Liquid Processing Department.
• Conducts clean in place (CIP) procedures at the end of the day, using chemicals to wash, rinse, and sanitize the liquid processors.
• Completes other duties as assigned by management

Requisition Number

6919

Shift

12 Hour Night

Qualifications

• High School or GED required
• 1-2 years blending experience preferred
• 1-2 years chemical experience (familiarity with chlorine, citric and lactic acid, etc.) preferred
• Knowledge of weights, measures, scales and calibration required
• Must be forklift and pallet jack certified
• Ability to walk/stand for the entire shift
• Ability to work overtime when necessary
• Equal Opportunity Employer / Vets / Disabled

Starting Pay Rate

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