Batching Blending Supervisor presso Refresco Beverages US Inc.

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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?  

Position Description

The Batching Blending Supervisor is responsible for the execution of processing and batching products ensuring proper usage of materials and the processing schedule.

Essential Job Functions:

• Adhere to and ensure compliance 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).
• Adhere to and ensure compliance to food quality and food safety as per the standard(s) provided by corporate, customer, and/or governing bodies (ex. SQF).
• Leads and directs the work of other employees.
• Have some authority for personnel decisions related to hiring, performance, or disciplinary actions.
• Work with management to ensure products are staged and batched according to the production schedule.
• Mix batches, combining ingredients properly according to the established mixing instruction and/or SAP.
• Ensure compliance of Pre-weigh procedures.
• Ensure movement and proper flow of Cold storage ingredients.
• Release approved batches to lines for production. Assist with new batch start up as needed.  
• May require unloading sugar and alcohol trucks completing proper paperwork.
• May require material and ingredient inventories as needed.
• Maintain proper paperwork for all manufactured batches.
• Analyze and adjust production processes to minimize material waste.
• Communicate with management about any issues or corrections to be made relating to batches or production schedule.
• Stop any production which may be questionable in terms of Food Safety and immediately alert a member of the management team
• Learn and assist CIP/COP program.
• Basic knowledge of water treating and wastewater systems. May require water testing.
• Perform minor machine maintenance as well as daily and weekly preventive maintenance.
• Perform special cleaning duties as needed.
• Responsible for proper training of employees.

Required Skills:

• Must be able to read and interpret measurements.
• Background in processing batches.
• Understand quality improvement, increase efficiencies, improve yields, and eliminate out of specification or damaged product.
• Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and SAP preferred.
• Organized and detail oriented, adaptable to change.
•  Ability to read and understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Familiarity with ISO, Six Sigma, GMP, and other relevant standards and regulations  
• Understanding of Food Safety Requirements.
• Must pass forklift certification program.
• Able to read and understand metric system.

Competencies:

• Continuous Improvement - Commitment to continuous improvement practices to enhance production efficiency and product quality.
• Troubleshooting - Proficiency in troubleshooting process and equipment issues to minimize downtime and waste.
• Process Monitoring - Capability to monitor and adjust processes to maintain consistency and quality of the product.
• Communication Skills- Clear and effective communication with team members, supervisors, and other departments.
• 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 Diploma or GED, Undergraduate degree in Food Science or related discipline or field preferred.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment, preferable food/beverage industry with a blending/batching background.
• Knowledge of food safety and security standards, and governmental regulatory relating to the food / beverage industry.

Working Conditions:

• Work Schedule: Weekdays, weekends, afternoon, evening, and nights may be required.
• 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 is temperature controlled). The environment is structured and supervised.

Travel Requirements:

• Travel anticipated:  Rarely

Physical Requirements:

• Visual/Sensory: This position requires attention to detail, requiring attention with one or two senses at a time.
• Mental Stress: There is pronounced pressure from deadlines, production quotas, accuracy, or similar demands.

Other Duties:

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

A Career with Refresco 

Shift: Sunday - Thursday, 11pm - 7am (hours may vary based on production needs)

Refresco is passionate about empowering leaders who reflect our core values and live by our leadership behaviors. These behaviors encourage effective leadership within the business, and focus on leading courageously, empowering individuals, and driving company growth as one team. Joining our team as a people manager means you’ll be encouraged to evolve as a leader who prioritizes the success of both you and your team, to deliver results, whilst bringing your authentic self to work.  

Refresco Beverages US Inc. offers the following competitive pay and comprehensive benefits:    

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance    
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts  
• Life and AD&D Insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance 
• Short-term disability and long-term disability   
• Pet Insurance  
• Legal Benefits  
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match  
• 12 Paid Holidays  
• Vacation Days and Paid Sick Time Off Days
• Well-being Benefit 
• Discount and Total Reward Programs   

Join Refresco TODAY and enjoy a rewarding CAREER!   

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