Warehouse (Kitter)

Niagara Bottling, LLC; Hazle Township, Town of Clarkstown (PA, NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Team Members for a dynamic role in their Hazle Township facility. This position focuses on batching activities, ensuring safety and quality standards are met in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in a similar setting, possess effective communication skills, and be adaptable to varying shift lengths. Join a team that values collaboration and offers competitive benefits while making a meaningful impact in the bottled water industry.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in a similar manufacturing environment.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, stage, weigh, and mix ingredients according to recipes.
• Operate forklift to load/move various ingredients safely.

Skills

Effective communication

Verbal and written communication skills

Flexibility for 12-hour shifts

Ability to lift/move 50 pounds

Forklift experience

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Forklift

Job description

At Niagara, we're looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers with the highest quality and most affordable bottled water.

Consider applying here if you want:

1. To work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.
2. To develop lasting relationships with great people.
3. To have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.

Warehouse (Kitter) Position

This position is responsible for batching activities as required by production demand; ensuring the shift meets established safety, quality, and production goals in compliance with all applicable legal and food safety requirements.

Essential Functions

1. Precisely inspects, stages, weighs, and mixes ingredients according to the product recipes. Collaborates with Quality Assurance Technician on the analytical results and makes modifications or adjustments to the batches when needed (e.g., Brix, Acid, pH, color).
2. Pre-weighs, blends, and liquefies components for beverage preparation.
3. Accurately documents lot numbers, quantities, and expiration dates on formulas per customer regulations.
4. Performs cleaning and sanitation of batching equipment and fillers (CIP's, foaming equipment, and hand brushing).
5. Operates forklift to load/move various ingredients, following all safety procedures.
6. Adheres to the highest standards of company and plant safety programs, guidelines, rules, and regulations.
7. Abides by Niagara's Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Food Safety Standards at all times.
8. Maintains general housekeeping and quality in all areas of batching, production, and any additional areas assigned by plant leadership. Accurately completes hourly inspection sheets based on overall product quality.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assists in other areas as required by plant supervision.
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive 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

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2 years of experience in a similar manufacturing environment.
• 2 years of experience in this position.
• 0 years of experience managing people/projects.

*Experience may include a combination of work experience and education.

Abilities and Skills:

• Effective communication with management and employees at all levels.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexibility to work up to 12-hour shifts, day or night, including overtime.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to visually inspect products and materials.
• Forklift experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 4 years of experience in a similar manufacturing environment.
• 4 years of experience working in this position.
• 2 years of experience managing people/projects.

Core Competencies

This position embodies Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on:

• Lead Like an Owner: prioritizing safety, respecting others, and resolving customer issues effectively.
• InnovACT: recommending improvements and demonstrating adaptability.
• Find a Way: developing technical knowledge and seeking solutions.
• Empowered to be Great: seeking growth opportunities and effective communication.

Education

• Minimum: High School Diploma.
• Preferred: High School Diploma.

Certification/License

• Required: N/A
• Preferred: N/A

Languages

• Required: None
• Preferred: None

Benefits

https://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits

Additional Notes

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with applicable laws.

Any resumes submitted via employment agencies or individuals are property of Niagara Bottling, LLC, which reserves the right to hire at its discretion.

Location

Niagara Plant: HAZLETON