Batching Technician - Bottling Facility

Job Title: Batching Operator 

Department: Production

Reports To: Production Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Approved By: M. Pyles

Approved Date: 07/11/2025

Summary:

A Batch Operator in tea manufacturing is responsible for overseeing and managing the production process in which ingredients (primarily tea leaves and other additives) are blended, processed, and prepared in specific batches. Their role is critical to ensuring product consistency, quality, and efficiency in production.

Key Responsibilities of a Batch Operator in Tea Manufacturing:

1. Key Responsibilities:

• Weighs and measures raw materials (tea leaves, herbs, flavors, etc.) based on batch records or formulas.
• Prepares and stages materials for blending, infusion, or packaging processes.

• Operates blending machines or kettles used to mix tea ingredients.
• Monitors temperature, humidity, and timing to ensure proper processing.
• Ensures consistency and quality of each batch according to specifications.

• Sets up, operates, and cleans mixing, brewing, or drying equipment.
• Performs routine checks and basic maintenance of machinery.

• Maintains accurate batch records and logs, including lot numbers and quality control checks.
• Follows standard operating procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and safety regulations.
• Ensure correct setup of CIP circuits and tanks (alkaline, acid, rinse).
• Confirm availability of chemicals and utilities (water, steam, etc.).
• • Run automatic or manual CIP cycles for:
  • Filling machines
  • Mixing tanks
  • Pipelines and valves
  • Heat exchangers
• Monitor flow rates, temperatures, chemical concentrations, and cycle times.

• Performs in-process checks such as moisture content, flavor checks, and visual inspections.
• Reports deviations or quality issues to supervisors or quality assurance teams.

• Works closely with other production staff (e.g., packaging operators, quality control) to ensure smooth workflow.
• Communicates any delays, equipment malfunctions, or material shortages.
• Forklift certified

Skills and Qualifications:

• Minimum of two years of experience in food, beverage, or tea manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to follow precise instructions and safety protocols.
• Basic math and computer skills for batching software or inventory tracking.
• Physical ability to lift and move materials, stand for long periods, and work in a manufacturing environment.

Education and/or Experience                                                   

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have two (2) years batching experience in a bottling and/or manufacturing setting

Language Skills                                                        

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, SOPs, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. 

Other Skills                  

Forklift proficiency and experience consistent with expectations of passing Company forklift certification process.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk and talk or hear. The work requires over 90% of the time to be standing, walking, and/or bending. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and taste or smell. The employee is required to lift 50 pounds with the ability to lift over 50 pounds by sharing the load with another person.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet, hot, and/or humid conditions and moving mechanical parts and hot liquids, equipment and materials. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

This description reflects the type and level(s) of work performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive or to portray the specific duties of any one incumbent. The management of Crystal Geyser Water Company may change this description at any time, according to business needs.