What are the responsibilities and job description for the Batching Associate position at City Brewing Company?
City Brewing Company – Who We Are
With our roots in La Crosse, WI, we are proud to be North America’s largest co-packager of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages with four locations across the United States. By prioritizing safetyand quality for our team, customers and partners, we put Safety and Quality First. We value Customer Focus by treating our customers’ needs as our own and deliver on our commitments together. We promote a culture of One Team by valuing and supporting each other to create shared success. We Take Pride in our work and the products we produce. We believe Clear Communication is essential for effective teamwork.
Job Summary
City Brewery in La Crosse, WI, has immediate opportunities for Batching Associates. This position is responsible for accurately preparing and mixing beverage formulations according to established recipes and production schedules. This role involves measuring, weighing, and blending raw ingredients to ensure consistent quality, taste, and compliance with safety and sanitation standards. The technician works closely with quality assurance, production, and warehouse teams to ensure timely and accurate batching while minimizing waste and downtime. Attention to detail, adherence to procedures, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential for success in this position.
Duties And Responsibilities
City Brewery provides an excellent benefits package including:
With our roots in La Crosse, WI, we are proud to be North America’s largest co-packager of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages with four locations across the United States. By prioritizing safetyand quality for our team, customers and partners, we put Safety and Quality First. We value Customer Focus by treating our customers’ needs as our own and deliver on our commitments together. We promote a culture of One Team by valuing and supporting each other to create shared success. We Take Pride in our work and the products we produce. We believe Clear Communication is essential for effective teamwork.
Job Summary
City Brewery in La Crosse, WI, has immediate opportunities for Batching Associates. This position is responsible for accurately preparing and mixing beverage formulations according to established recipes and production schedules. This role involves measuring, weighing, and blending raw ingredients to ensure consistent quality, taste, and compliance with safety and sanitation standards. The technician works closely with quality assurance, production, and warehouse teams to ensure timely and accurate batching while minimizing waste and downtime. Attention to detail, adherence to procedures, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential for success in this position.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Prepare and mix beverage batches according to established formulas and production schedules.
- Accurately measure, weigh, and document raw ingredients using scales and meters.
- Operate batching and mixing equipment safely and efficiently.
- Monitor batch temperatures, times and ingredient flow to ensure product consistency.
- Clean and sanitize tanks, lines and equipment in accordance with sanitation and safety standards.
- Record batch data, ingredient usage and any deviations from standard procedures.
- Coordinate with Quality Assurance to ensure all batches meet required specifications.
- Follow Good Manufacturing Practices, HACCP and all company SOP’s and safety protocols.
- Adhere to PPE requirements.
- Report equipment malfunctions or material shortages to supervisors promptly.
- Assist in inventory control and organization of batching ingredients and supplies.
- High school diploma, GED, HSED or relevant work experience required.
- Previous experience in food or beverage manufacturing preferred.
- Ability to complete mathematical recipe conversions.
- Must be 18 years old.
- Must be able to push, pull, drag & lift up to 100 pounds.
- Highly motivated, self-directed individual that is able to work autonomously in a fast-paced, often loud manufacturing environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with teammates of varying skills and backgrounds.
- Effective analytical, problem solving and organizational skills.
- Must be able to work any and all shifts, weekends and overtime as assigned.
- Must be able to pass a post-offer drug screening, functional capacity exam and background check.
City Brewery provides an excellent benefits package including:
- Medical, vision & dental insurance.
- Company paid short-term & long-term disability insurance.
- Company provided life insurance.
- Optional accident, cancer & critical insurance.
- Up to a 9% 401K contribution.
- PTO/Sick leave and vacation.
- Competitive wages
- 12 Paid Holidays
Salary : $26 - $32