Blending Supervisor

Carolina Beverage • Cold Spring, MN

1d • $26 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

Through the Batching Manager, this position is in charge of all ingredient receiving, ingredient inventory, pre-weigh, batching, batch monitoring and sanitation processes during their shift.  This position is also responsible for keeping the Batching Manager and other management informed of the above process at the plant in addition to being the liaison between the company and customer.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years of experience in a blending or manufacturing environment
• Ability to read and interpret formulas and procedures
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records with math and science skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience with SAP or other inventory management systems
• Experience with GMP and/or HACCP regulations
• 1-3 years’ experience in a Production environment is preferred, but not required.
• Forklift certification

Responsibilities

• Being sensitive to Confidentiality Agreements, works as liaison between the company and customer.
• Works with Leads and employees on a daily basis to solve problems and create opportunities for success and continuous improvement.
• Monitors activities in area of responsibility at all times during shift.
• Ensures products are batched timely and ready for production with focus on elimination of downtime.
• Works closely with customers and vendors to ensure highest quality and standards are being met when producing beverages.
• Leads by example while effectively communicating with all co-workers and management.
• Focus on training new and existing employees while improving knowledge across department.
• Works to minimize change over time.
• Ensures that every detail and specification of each product is met.
• Ensures employees & co-workers follow recipes and directions, “to the letter” & to the decimal.
• Oversees ingredient receiving, pre-weigh, batching, preparation for batching, movement to storage and all associated record keeping.
• Assist in scheduling assuring proper staffing for production requirement.
• Ensures all batching formulas are followed and all product specifications meet requirements.
• Ensures ingredient movements and ensures accurate ingredient inventory.
• Works to minimize downtime at plants due to lack of kits and batching issues.
• Keeps track of assigned inventory and assists in ordering appropriately.
• Is responsible for maintaining proper sanitation, keeping track of what chemicals are used and in what concentration.
• Responsible to evaluate and make suggestions for the continuous improvement of processes in area of responsibility.
• Must learn and apply new processes and procedures in area of responsibility.
• Ensures all equipment is maintained, calibrated, and working properly at peak efficiency.
• Aid in coordinating repairs with maintenance and following up on these items.
• Coordinate kits loads to the plant from the receiving distribution center. Assists in overseeing tanker loads and offloading.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.
• Adhere to and comply with Good Manufacturing Practices as outlined in Employee Handbook.
• Adhere to and comply with quality production and Food Safety

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Competitive medical, HSA and FSA plans, dental, and vision coverage options for you and your family. Coverage begins the 1st of the month following 60 days.
• Paid Time Off: Paid Time off and paid holidays to ensure work-life balance.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) with company match to help you plan for the future beginning 1st of the month following 6 months
• Bonuses: Monthly performance-based bonuses
• Employee Assistance Program: Support services for personal, work, and life challenges.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Life insurance, AD&D insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Free Uniforms
• Referral Bonuses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED