Technician, Batching

DrinkPAK II, LLC; Texas; On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% PPO medical

Dental and vision insurance

Cell phone stipend

401(k) match

Pet insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

DrinkPAK II, LLC in Fort Worth, Texas is seeking a Batching Technician to ensure accurate mixing per recipes and timely supply of batched product to the production line. You will collaborate with Quality on analytical results, document batch records, and maintain GMP and food safety standards while operating batching equipment and a forklift.

This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth within a fast-paced beverage manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years in food/beverage manufacturing, production, or mixing is a plus.
• Experience in high-speed manufacturing, bottling, beverage, packaging, or canning preferred.
• Ability to read and follow recipes and SOPs.
• Familiarity with GMP and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, stage, weigh, and mix ingredients per recipes.
• Collaborate with Quality on results and adjust batches (e.g., Brix, Acid, pH, color).
• Pre-weigh blends and liquefy components for beverage prep.
• Document batch records, lot numbers, quantities, and expiration dates.
• Clean and sanitize batching equipment and fillers (CIPs, foaming equipment, hand brushing).
• Operate forklift to load sugar; follow safety procedures.
• Maintain GMP and food safety standards; ensure area cleanliness.
• Complete hourly inspection sheets and support leadership as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

English literacy

Math skills

Forklift experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Power your Thirst for More at DrinkPAK, where we revolutionize beverage manufacturing, driven by automation and sustainability. Together, through grit and innovation, we break new ground in record time by acquiring the most advanced technology and attracting the brightest talent. Our explosive growth and journey through uncharted territories offers unique career opportunities enabling passionate individuals to reach their full potential. To support our teams, we offer enriching lifestyle accounts, comprehensive benefits, formal development programs, and an energizing environment. Drive your success at DrinkPAK, where we refresh, hydrate and nourish the world and our employees alike.

Base Hourly Compensation Range: Starting at $27/hr

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Batching Technician is responsible for adhering to correct mixing instructions and specifications. Supplies the production line with the batched product in a timely manner and helps to attain maximum product recovery.

BENEFITS

The well-being of our team members is critically important to us. As part of this commitment, we offer: 100% PPO medical, dental, and vision insurance for our employees, 50% for their dependents, paid by the Company A cell phone stipend 401(k) match program, pet insurance, life insurance, and more

LOCATION

The position is based at DrinkPAK’s Beverage Manufacturing Facility in Fort Worth, Texas.

TYPE

Full-Time, Regular.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Precisely inspects, stages, weighs, and mixes ingredients according to the product recipes. Collaborates with the Quality Department on the analytical results and makes modifications or adjustments to the batches when needed (i.e., Brix, Acid, pH, color). Pre-weighs blends and liquefies components for beverage preparation. Accurately documents lot numbers, quantities, and expiration dates on formulas per customer regulations. Performs cleaning and sanitation of batching equipment and fillers (CIPs, foaming equipment, and hand brushing). Operates an electric forklift to load sugar, following all safety procedures. Adheres to the highest standards of company and plant safety programs, guidelines, rules, and regulations. Always abide by Drink Pak’s Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Food Safety Standards. Maintains general housekeeping and quality in all warehouse areas, including any additional areas assigned by leadership. Accurately completes hourly inspection sheets based on overall product quality. Assists in other areas as required by leadership. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job. Please note this job description is designed to contain a partial list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without prior notice.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or Graduate Equivalency Diploma required. At least 1-3 years prior experience in food/beverage manufacturing, production, or mixing/blending is a plus. Experience in high-speed manufacturing, bottling, beverage, packaging, or canning industries preferred. Ability to visually inspect products and materials. Basic understanding of measuring units and ratios. Basic math skills for measuring and scaling ingredients accurately. Forklift experience preferred. Good verbal and written communication skills. Safety, continuous improvement, and solutions-driven mindset. Technical school training or coursework in chemistry, food science, or manufacturing preferred but not required.. Ability to follow written instructions, recipes, and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and food safety standards (can be trained on the job). Ability to operate or learn to operate batching/mixing equipment, tanks, pumps, and meters. Ability to handle and identify raw ingredients, including flavorings, sweeteners, acids, and concentrates. Comfortable working around chemical handling (with proper PPE and safety training). Ability to complete batch records, logs, and quality checklists clearly and accurately. Basic computer skills (data entry, digital work instructions) a plus. Willingness to work rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, or holidays as needed. Strong attention to detail, cleanliness, and hygiene. Team-oriented with strong communication skills. Reliable, punctual, and able to follow safety protocols. Ability to read and communicate in English

OUR VALUES

Our company’s culture is guided by our shared values of Speed, Intensity, and Purpose. These values are demonstrated in the following ways based on the role within the organization. Speed: Take the initiative to promptly identify and address potential issues or opportunities. Maintain a sense of urgency in your work, completing tasks efficiently. Intensity: Remain resilient in the face of challenges and setbacks by possessing a positive attitude, persevering through obstacles, and demonstrating adaptability in your approach. Purpose: Take ownership of your responsibilities, and value the input and skillsets of your peers by working together as One PAK.

ABOUT DRINKPAK

DrinkPAK is the premiere manufacturer of canned beverages in North America. As producers of the largest and fastest-growing alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in the world, DrinkPAK provides full-service support for procurement, batching, processing, filling, packaging, warehousing, and distribution. Founded in 2020, DrinkPAK has revolutionized canned beverage manufacturing by offering extreme capacity and format flexibility through cutting-edge technology and a commitment to the best talent in the industry. For more information, visit www.drinkpak.com.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Should be able to work in environments with variable noise levels, lighting conditions and temperature variation and able to access all areas of building without limitations. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms above the head and below the waist. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl for 10-12 hours. Be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs DrinkPAK is the premiere manufacturer of canned beverages in North America. As producers of the largest and fastest-growing alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in the world, DrinkPAK provides full-service support for procurement, batching, processing, filling, packaging, warehousing, and distribution. Founded in 2020, DrinkPAK has revolutionized canned beverage manufacturing by offering extreme capacity and format flexibility through cutting-edge technology and a commitment to the best talent in the industry. For more information, visit www.drinkpak.com.