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Collaborates with Production and Quality Assurance Technician on the analytical results and makes modifications or adjustments to the batches when needed (i.e. Brix, Acid, pH, color).\nAccurately documents lot numbers, quantities, and expiration dates on formulas per customer regulations.\nPerforms cleaning and sanitation of batching equipment and fillers (CIP’s, foaming equipment and hand brushing).\nOperates forklift to load/move various ingredients, following all safety procedures.\nAdheres to the highest standards of company and plant safety programs, guidelines, rules, and regulations. \nAbides by Niagara’s Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Food Safety Standards at all times.\nMaintains 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. \nResponsible for providing status report during shift handoff (batches produced, quality and results of batching).\nWork with PM team to ensure PM’s are completed timely.\nMust have proficient knowledge of Tetra System and the batching flow to production and Plant Master reporting.\nReports non-compliance and food safety issues to management.\nAssist with training of Batching Operators.\nAssists in other areas as required by plant supervision.\nRegular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.\nAbility to speak effectively with management and employees at all levels.\nGood verbal and written communication skills.\nAbility and/or flexibility to work up to 12 hour shifts, day or night, overtime.\nAbility to stand or walk for extended periods of time in a manufacturing environment.\nAbility to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.\nAbility to visually inspect product and materials.\nPlease 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.\nQualifications\nMinimum Qualifications:4 Years - Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment\n4 Years - Experience in Position\n4 Years - Experience managing people/projects\n\n*experience may include a combination of work experience and education\nPreferred Qualifications:6 Years- Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment\n6 Years - Experience working in Position \n6 Years - Experience managing people/projects\n\n*experience may include a combination of work experience and education\nCompetencies\nThis position embodies the values of Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:\nLead Like an OwnerMakes safety the number one priority\nKeeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediately\nEffectively prioritizes tasks based on department goals\nShows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directly\nPrioritizes resolution of customer issues effectively\nResponds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customers\n\nInnovACTMakes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or products\nDemonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstances\nIncreases performance through greater efficiency\n\nFind a WaySeeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other experts\nUnderstands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actions\nSeeks solutions rather than placing blame\n\nEmpowered to be GreatConsistently looks for ways to improve one’s self through growth and development opportunities\nCommunicates clearly and promptly up, down, and across\nCommunicates effectively to manage expectations\n\nEducation\nMinimum Required: High School Diploma\n\nPreferred: High School Diploma\n\nCertification/License: \nRequired: N/A\nPreferred: N/A\nForeign Language \nRequired: None Required\nPreferred: None Required\nTypical Compensation Range\nPay Rate Type: Hourly$28.02 - $39.54 / Hourly Benefits\nOur Total Rewards package is thoughtfully designed to support both you and your family:\nRegular full-time team members are offered a comprehensive benefits package, while part-time, intern, and seasonal team members are offered a limited benefits package.\nPaid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time\nPaid parental and caregiver leaves\nMedical, including virtual care options\nDental\nVision\n401(k) with company match\nHealth Savings Account with company match\nFlexible Spending Accounts\nExpanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family members\nFamily Building Benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements\nIncome protection including Life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness and an accident plan\nSpecial discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc. \nTuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunities\nAnd more!\nhttps://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits\n* *Los Angeles County applicants only** Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws.\nAny employment agency, person or entity that submits a résumé into this career site or to a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's résumé will become the property of Niagara Bottling, LLC. 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