Batching Technician

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong math skills required, including calculations involving fractions, decimals, percentages, ratios, weights, measurements, and unit conversions.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow formulas, batch sheets, and production instructions.
• Basic computer skills required for data entry and production documentation.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of batching, mixing, manufacturing, food production, beverage production, or related experience preferred.
• Experience weighing, measuring, and preparing ingredients according to formulas and specifications.
• Familiarity with batch records, quality documentation, and production reporting.
• Experience operating mixers, blending equipment, or other production machinery is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
• Ability to accurately calculate ingredient quantities and batch requirements.
• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, food safety, and sanitation practices preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to troubleshoot minor production or equipment issues.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and move materials throughout the shift.
• Ability to work in a food and beverage manufacturing environment with varying temperatures, noise, and wet conditions.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, or adjusted schedules as production demands require.

Job Duties

• Accurately weigh, measure, and prepare ingredients according to approved formulas and production schedules.
• Perform calculations involving ingredient quantities, ratios, percentages, weights, and measurements.
• Operate mixing and blending equipment safely and efficiently.
• Monitor blend times, temperatures, ingredient levels, and production specifications throughout the batching process.
• Complete batch records, production documentation, and ingredient traceability information accurately.
• Conduct quality checks and testing to verify product consistency, including pH, Brix, color, and taste.
• Monitor raw material inventory and report shortages or discrepancies.
• Follow GMP, HACCP, food safety, quality, and safety procedures at all times.
• Clean and sanitize batching equipment and production areas.
• Work closely with Production and Quality teams to resolve quality concerns and support production goals.
• Assist with troubleshooting equipment and process issues to minimize downtime.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.