Blender Operator

Sun Orchard is the undisputed market leader in not-from-concentrate citrus ingredients and refreshments. We have an immediate opening for a Blender! The Blender Operator is responsible for ensuring the efficient and effective operation of a blender for the production of food and beverage products.

What We Offer 

• Paid time off, sick time
• Competitive Pay!
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision, company paid life, flexible spending account, 401 matching
• Consistent schedules and professional growth opportunities
• A forward-thinking work culture

About the Role: 

• Operate computer-based automated blending, pasteurizing, finished products, andCIP systems.
• Must maintain sterility of Pasteurizer.
• Keep accurate legible logs of all daily activities.
• Maintain daily inventory and shift reports.
• Troubleshoot all RTS blending equipment and related lines.
• Perform administrative tasks as assigned.
• Work well within a team environment.
• Performs periodic tear-down of all pasteurizers, valves and lines associated with the
• system.
• Verifies the pulling and staging of all ingredients to be dumped/pumped for the Blender’s production.
• Works closely with the other Blenders, System Operators, Supervisors, and fellow team members while supporting their needs.
• Follows instructions and communicates product changes, clean ups, or any problems that deviate from the schedule or hinder efficiencies.
• Performs lab tests to support the blending process (including pre-checks) and logs them manually and/or electronically.
• Documents accurately and timely.
• Follows GMP, Safety, SOP and HACCP procedures.
• Uses mechanical aptitude to facilitate troubleshooting valves, pumps, meters, solenoids and valve matrix.
• Performs tasks in outside tanker unloading as needed.
• Maintain a clean environment in the blend room, pasteurizer room, control room and tank room.
• Must be able to flavor juices/drinks.
• Must be able to sense, by smell, whether or not juices/drinks are spoiled
• Must be able to physically enter restricted, confined spaces including blend tanks
  and other tanks.
• Must communicate well, verbally and in writing.
• Must learn how to train new Blenders.
• Must be willing to cross train in other jobs.
• Must be able to follow instructions and work with minimum supervision.
• Assist other departments as required.

Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Proficient communication
• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Food or beverage production experience is preferred*
• Ability to read and interpret basic instructions
• Attention to detail with ability to understand technical tasks
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

About Us: 

Since 1984, Sun Orchard has been the leading developer and manufacturer of all natural citrus based ingredient and beverage products, servicing market leaders across the Food Service, Specialty Industrial and club channels. Our products are not from concentrate and minimally processed to maintain the natural benefits and flavors of the fruit. Our ingredients and beverages are clean label and non GMO, thereby meeting consumer demand for healthier, authentic, and all natural products. Our knowledge and expertise differentiate us from our competition. With over 250 employees dedicated to excellence, quality, and customer service, Sun Orchard has built trust and partnerships with our customers for nearly 40 years. Sun Orchard’s vision is to inspire a world that believes in genuine ingredients and refreshments. We are confident that our people are our greatest assets.

Join our team and contribute your expertise in creating exceptional food products while ensuring safety and quality standards are met!