Batcher

Kdp Careers - Ottumwa Batcher

The Batcher is responsible for preparing and mixing appropriate ingredients required to produce finished syrup for KDP's line of beverages while maintaining KDP's high standards in safety and quality. This role will also be engaged in complying with and understanding the manufacturing processes to lead in the improvement of safety, quality, delivery, productivity and growth.

Shift & Schedule: This is a full time position Monday - Friday 11:00am - 8:00pm. Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and holidays is required as scheduled.

Position Responsibilities:

• Maintain a safe and healthy environment, demonstrating safe behaviors always
• Understand and help drive improvements to quality systems and policies
• Collaborate with production team members to maintain continuous flow of syrup to the lines
• Mix and blend ingredients to create various batches
• Learn to safely and efficiently operate batching equipment including set up, operation, and sanitization
• Ensure food safety through quality checks and accurate record keeping
• Inventory and control ingredients and receive sugar
• Generate productivity and continuous improvement ideas
• Demonstrate KDP values of Team First, Deliver Big, Think Bold, Being Fearless and Fair

Total Rewards: Pay starting at $23.48 per hour. The employee will move to a higher rate of $24.75 per hour in the quarter after their 6 month anniversary. Benefits eligible day one!! Benefits, subject to eligibility, and collective bargaining agreements (where applicable): Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Paid Time Off (including vacation and sick time), 401k with company match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage Reimbursement

Requirements:

• High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred
• Ability to learn quickly and a willingness to learn about how processing equipment works
• Mechanical understanding and food manufacturing experience preferred
• Ability to quickly learn to operate a forklift safely around pedestrians
• Self-motivated team player with ability to make decisions, communicate and problem solve, and remain flexible
• Comfort with basic computer functions and ability to quickly learn production software
• Basic mathematical skills to make production calculations

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

• Lift, push and pull up to 50lbs.
• Ability to bend, stretch and stand during entire shift.
• Ability to frequently kneel, squat, climb stairs/ladders, stoop, twist, and reach overhead with repetitive motions
• Ability to work in a variety of temperature and humidity conditions

Company Overview: Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands that meet a wide range of needs and occasions. Our North American refreshment beverage business holds leadership positions across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice and mixers with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Dr Pepper, Canada Dry, Mott's, A&W, Peafiel, GHOST, 7UP, Snapple, Clamato and Core Hydration. Our global coffee business spans more than 100 markets and includes the leading Keurig single?serve brewing system in the U.S. and Canada, along with powerhouse brands such as Peet's, L'OR and Jacobs, and other regional coffee leaders. Our more than 50,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact for people, communities and the planet. We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work. Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that's proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation and growth. Will you join us? Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.