Fortress Nutrition is actively hiring for a full-time Batcher / Line Operator to work on our Beverage Canning Line team on an on-call / flexible hour basis.
The right candidate will have previous experience in liquid batching / blending (preferably in the food and beverage industry, not required), and have a stable work history with previous employers. Must be able to be accountable to the Company's need for overtime & weekend work as required.
Work Schedule : Training Hours :
1st Shift (4 : 00am-12 : 30pm / 2 : 30pm, Monday-Friday); OT and Weekends (may be mandatory based on production schedule)
Standard Hours :
Flexible / Adjustable Hours - 4 : 00am-4 : 30pm; OT and Weekends (may be mandatory based on production schedule)
- Schedule will be provided a week in advance, and start / stop time will vary during the week between 4 : 00am-4 : 30pm
THIS IS A FULL-TIME POSITION, WORKING 40+ HOURS PER WEEK
Job Summary : Working as part of the Beverage Operations team, the Batcher / Canning Line Operator is a dual role . The primary responsibilities will be working as a Batcher , pre-weighing, mixing, and blending raw materials to create beverage products following the client recipe. When batching is complete or not needed, you will work on the canning line with a team to operate high-speed equipment to create, produce, and package products to completion.
What You'll Do :
Obtain, pre-weigh, load and mix raw ingredients for each batch following the MMR (batch ticket) by weighing, measuring, and mixing ingredients to ensure resulting mixture meets specified consistencies and requirementsPull water samples from mixing and syrup tanks for testing of pH levelsReport any urgent quality, food safety incidents, or deviations immediately to the Operations Manager or Quality team for investigation and resolutionSet-up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain all high-speed canning line equipment, including packaging, filler, seamer, and shrink wrapper to ensure quality and efficiency of product outputAdhere to safe work practices, follow GMPs, and maintain sanitary conditions to ensure equipment and product quality is maintained at all timesProvide support as needed by working overtime to help operations and other shifts in staffing shortagesPerform all other duties as assigned by leadershipWhat We're Looking For :
Required Qualifications :
High School Diploma or GED equivalentMust possess basic math and conversion skills through prior experience in a batching role (ex. Kilos to pounds, gallons to pounds, etc.)2+ years' experience in a batcher / mixer role (liquid batching preferred)Strong attention-to-detail and organizational skills to ensure recipes are completed according to client MMRs in appropriate order with no deviationMust be able to proficiently read, write, and communicate in EnglishReliability, punctuality, strong sense of urgency, and ability to work effectively as part of a teamAbility to work overtime and weekends as required based on production / business needsPreferred Qualifications
Previous experience working in a bottling and canning facility or food / beverage manufacturing environment with understanding of food safety / quality programs such as GMPsPrevious machine operating experiencePhysical Requirements :
Frequently required to stand; walk; talk or hear; reach above shoulders; use hands to finger, handle, grasp, pinch or touch objects, controls, tools or equipment; kneel, crouch and use foot / feet to operate machinery; bend at the waist; climb or balanceFrequently required to lift, carry, move, push or pull materials, product or equipment up to 50 poundsAbility to stand and walk for long periods of time, up to ten (10) or more hours in a single shiftCompensation Package :
$22.00-$25+.00 per hourDouble Pay for ANY Weekend Overtime Hours AND All Hours >50 Per Week!
Paid Time Off (PTO) PackagePaid Holidays401K with GREAT Company MatchAffordable Insurance for You & Your Family - Medical, Dental, and VisionHSA Plan Option with Quarterly Company ContributionCompany Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability and Life & AD&DCell Phone Reimbursement$1,000 Referral Bonuses - Uncapped !AND more!To apply to this position, please email your resume to careers@fortressllc.com.
Fortress Nutrition is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
