JOB SUMMARY

The Junior Batch Maker prepares and processes product batches in accordance with approved formulas, quality standards, and regulatory requirements under the guidance of the PDQA Director and Batch Maker. This role focuses on accurate execution of established procedures, careful documentation, and adherence to quality and safety standards while developing the technical knowledge and judgment necessary to perform batching operations independently.

BENEFITS

This position is eligible for a range of employee benefits, including:

• 80 hours of paid time off per year, increasing to 120 hours after one year
• 19.5 days of paid holidays per year (based on 2026 calendar; dependent on year)
• Company-subsidized health insurance for individuals or families
• Company-funded HRA: $2,000 for individual coverage or $4,000 for family coverage to offset or cover deductible costs of an elected Company-sponsored health insurance plan
• Participation in the Company’s annual profit-sharing plan
• Company contributions to a 401(k) program after one year of employment
• 100% Company-funded legal insurance, ensuring employees have access to legal counsel
• 100% Company-funded enrollment in a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, providing employees with essential support for personal and professional challenges
• 100% Company-funded dental and vision insurance
• 100% Company-funded supplemental short-term and long-term disability insurance, group life insurance, and AD&D insurance
• 100% Company-funded AAA membership, providing employees with roadside assistance

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Junior Batch Maker is responsible for a variety of essential tasks, which include the following:

Individual Contribution & Development

• Prepare and process product batches in accordance with approved formulas, production instructions, and operational standards under the guidance of the PDQA Director and Batch Maker.
• Accurately measure, weigh, mix, and blend raw materials to produce products that meet established specifications.
• Conduct required batch testing (including BRIX, pH, and other quality measures) and report results; implement adjustments as directed and escalate deviations to the Batch Maker or PDQA Director.
• Complete batch documentation accurately and support review processes to ensure integrity and traceability.
• Develop working knowledge of Company products, formulas, quality standards, and batching procedures.

Group Contribution & Collaboration

• Assist the Batch Maker with inventory checks, staging of raw materials, and preparation for batching operations.
• Coordinate with Production and Quality Assurance personnel to support efficient workflow and clear communication of batch status.
• Communicate material needs, operational concerns, or deviations promptly to appropriate personnel.

Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure adherence to GMP, food safety, allergen, sanitation, and regulatory requirements within batching operations.
• Verify raw materials are available and properly staged prior to use and report any discrepancies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe batching environment in accordance with Company standards.

In addition to the essential functions listed above, the Junior Batch Maker may be asked to perform other duties as assigned. Fee Brothers’ team-oriented environment requires flexibility and adaptability to meet changing demands and expectations.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

The ideal Junior Batch Maker has the following qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of related work experience, training, and/or education sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
• 1–2 years of experience in food, beverage, or related manufacturing operations preferred.
• Familiarity with basic quality measurements (e.g., BRIX, pH) and GMP or food safety standards preferred.
• Forklift certification required or ability to obtain certification upon hire.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

The ideal Junior Batch Maker has the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Batching & Manufacturing Fundamentals: Basic understanding of batching or manufacturing processes within food, beverage, or related production environments.
• Formula & Procedure Adherence: Ability to accurately follow formulas, production instructions, and established procedures.
• Quality Measurement Awareness: Familiarity with basic quality measurements such as BRIX and pH, with a willingness to develop competency in interpreting results.
• Food Safety & GMP Knowledge: Working knowledge of good manufacturing practices, food safety, allergen control, and sanitation standards.
• Attention to Detail & Documentation: Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate and complete production records.
• Time Management & Scheduling Support: Ability to manage time effectively and support production schedules and daily workflow.
• Team Communication & Collaboration: Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Basic Computer Skills: Basic computer proficiency and ability to enter and maintain digital batch records and production documentation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

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 qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Regular movement throughout a connected manufacturing facility, including travel between office areas and production or warehouse environments.
• Occasional climbing of stairs or ladders; reaching; balancing; bending; stooping; kneeling; crouching; or similar movements necessary to access equipment, storage areas, or materials.
• Ability to lift and/or move materials, supplies, or product weighing up to 50 pounds, as needed.
• Presence in operational areas where adherence to safety, food safety, and quality standards, and the use of required personal protective equipment, is necessary.
• Ability to observe operational processes; inspect materials, products, or documentation; and review information for accuracy and compliance, with visual acuity sufficient to read labels, screens, gauges, fine print, and detailed documentation, including the ability to distinguish color variations when required.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in person and in environments with moderate noise levels and active equipment operation.
• Ability to recognize and respond promptly to safety cues and operational signals in active work areas.
• Work includes presence in areas where powered industrial equipment may be in operation, requiring awareness of forklift traffic, pallet jacks, and other material-handling vehicles.
• The work environment may involve frequent activity, interruptions, and coordination across multiple teams in a dynamic setting.
• Regular use of computers, digital systems, telephones, and standard office equipment, including viewing screens and entering or reviewing information.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers to grasp, handle, and manipulate materials and operate tools, equipment controls, and other production or warehouse-related devices, including repetitive motions associated with production-line, labeling, sorting, packaging, or similar tasks.
• Frequent standing and walking throughout the facility, with occasional sitting to complete documentation, training, or other administrative tasks.
• Exposure to typical manufacturing and warehouse conditions, including moving machinery, powered industrial equipment, palletized materials, varying temperatures, moderate noise levels, moderate-to-strong product odors, wet or slippery floors, airborne particulates, and exposure to food ingredients.
• Ability to taste and smell products as part of quality evaluation, sensory analysis, and product assessment responsibilities.
• Ability to distinguish subtle variations in color, clarity, texture, or aroma when evaluating raw materials or finished products.
• Frequent handling of samples, laboratory materials, or testing equipment in support of quality assurance activities.
• Occasional extended or adjusted hours to support audits, production needs, or project implementation.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, sanitizing agents, or other manufacturing-related substances in accordance with established safety guidelines.