Processing Technician

Processing Technician

Sazerac Company

We are a diverse workforce. We fully support and embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. We firmly commit to equal employment opportunity, affirmative actions, and comply with federal, state, and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination based on age, gender, race, national origin, color, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected classifications.

We are looking for batch preparers to join our prep department. The Batch Preparer is responsible for preparing and mixing ingredients for our variety of beverage products. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast‑paced beverage manufacturing environment, attention to detail, and the ability to follow instructions. They must understand basic formula terminologies and have a natural curiosity for more knowledge about our products.

• Mix formulas in accordance with written procedures, including verifying ingredient quantities and quality
• Follow management’s direction concerning batch schedule, housekeeping items, and any additional duties for the day
• Clean/sanitize equipment, tanks, hoses, and lines
• Receive and unload tankers of liquid sugar, alcohol, and product
• Complete required paperwork, e.g., batch production sheets, logs
• Transport ingredients around the warehouse via forklift
• Maintain a safe and sanitary environment and report any areas of concern to management
• Weigh partial ingredients, label ingredients appropriately and reseal with tamper‑resistant tape
• Participate in the batch approval process, assist in root‑cause analysis for out‑of‑spec batches
• Perform lab quality testing of batches and ingredients
• Must be able to drive a forklift
• Can lift at least 25 pounds of products
• Adhere to safety and GMP protocols
• Team player and collaborative with other team members
• Ensure that the schedule of compounded bulk batches is met when delegated by the compounding manager and that the bulk is manufactured according to customer specifications and in compliance with FDA, GMP, and OSHA guidelines
• Ensure that all documentation associated with compounding meets all FDA, GMP, and internal quality policies
• Provide firsthand practical knowledge of the compounding process to the compounding manager when needed for efficiency improvements and validating new batches
• Assist in the validation or scale‑up of compounded bulk batches
• Ensure that compounding equipment is maintained and requests repair when necessary
• Perform non‑conformance investigations as directed by the compounding manager
• Provide suggestions and input for the improvement of the compounding process
• Able to assess and resolve issues that may arise during the shift
• Manage conflicts, perform disciplinary actions when necessary
• Some knowledge of lean manufacturing, 5‑S, 5 why’s, root‑cause analysis, problem‑solving
• Effective communication skills

• Can read, write, and speak English
• At least six months of work experience in a food or beverage manufacturing work environment
• Knowledge of food / beverage safety & sanitary handling
• Can work independently with minimal oversight and complete tasks in a timely manner
• Can at least lift and carry 25 pounds of products daily as needed
• Can manage staffing within assigned department
• Bilingual a plus

• Must pass background check, drug test, and I‑9 verification

Benefits include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA options; 401(k) with employer matching; PTO; free lunch on weekdays; growth opportunities.

Seniority Level: Entry level

Employment Type: Full‑time

Job Function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Beverage Manufacturing, Wholesale Alcoholic Beverages, Wholesale Food and Beverage