Liquid Blending Technician II — Quality & Process

S&D Coffee; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

S&D Coffee in Concord, NC is seeking a Blending Technician II for our Liquids production area. You will process and blend liquid products with a focus on quality and efficiency, and support the Liquid Processing Department with checks, calibration, and documentation.

The role reports to the Liquid Processing Supervisor and requires 1–2 years blending and chemical experience. The position operates on a 12-hour night shift and involves hands-on brewing, testing, and CIP procedures.

Qualifications

• High School or GED required.
• 1-2 years blending experience preferred.
• 1-2 years chemical experience (acidic compounds) preferred.
• Knowledge of weights, measures, scales and calibration required.
• Must be forklift and pallet jack certified.
• Ability to walk/stand for the entire shift.
• Overtime may be required.

Responsibilities

• Set up daily brewing production elements and sanitize equipment.
• Blend liquids and monitor acid and ingredient additions.
• Maintain lot traceability and documentation.
• Verify product tags and correct item selection for processing.
• Oversee brewing process to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Record pH, temperature, and brewing duration.
• Verify end-of-shift charts and temperature logs.
• Follow brew sheet into the lab and operate BRIX reader.
• Conduct taste tests of liquids.
• Weigh ingredients in the Liquid Processing Department.
• Perform CIP procedures at close of day using chemicals.
• Complete other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Walk/stand

Overtime availability

Quality focus

Education

High School or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Pallet jack certification

BRIX reader familiarity

Job description

S&D Coffee in Concord, NC is seeking a Blending Technician II for our Liquids production area. You will process and blend liquid products with a focus on quality and efficiency, and support the Liquid Processing Department with checks, calibration, and documentation.

The role reports to the Liquid Processing Supervisor and requires 1–2 years blending and chemical experience. The position operates on a 12-hour night shift and involves hands-on brewing, testing, and CIP procedures.