What are the responsibilities and job description for the Blend Tech II position at Westrock Coffee?
We are currently seeking to hire a Blending Technician II in our Liquids production area. This person will be responsible for processing and blending liquid products, with attention to quality and efficiency. They will also provide a system of checks and balances in the Liquid Processing Department. This position reports to the Liquid Processing Supervisor and has no direct reports.
Job Duties:
- Responsible for setting up daily brewing production elements, including cleaning and sanitizing brewing equipment before and after each use.
- Pours coffee or tea into the processors, adding the correct amount of acid and ingredients as necessary.
- Maintains lot traceability and documentation
- Verifies product tags to ensure that the correct item is selected to be processed.
- Oversees the brewing process ensuring accuracy and quality are maintained
- Records the PH level, temperature and duration or brewing
- Verifies charts at the end of the shift, making sure that the peak temperature recordings are correct.
- Follows brew sheet into the lab and utilizes the BRIX reader.
- Conducts taste tests of liquid products.
- Weighs all ingredients in the Liquid Processing Department.
- Conducts clean in place (CIP) procedures at the end of the day, using chemicals to wash, rinse, and sanitize the liquid processors.
- Completes other duties as assigned by management
Qualifications:
- High School or GED required
- 1-2 years blending experience preferred
- 1-2 years chemical experience (familiarity with chlorine, citric and lactic acid, etc.) preferred
- Knowledge of weights, measures, scales and calibration required
- Must be forklift and pallet jack certified
- Ability to walk/stand for the entire shift
- Ability to work overtime when necessary
- Equal Opportunity Employer / Vets / Disabled