Blender

Main Responsibilities

Liquid Manufacture

• Carry out sensory evaluation of raw materials and processed water before use in primary manufacturing. Perform sensory analysis of converted liquid at various stages to ensure consistent quality throughout the manufacturing cycle.
• Convert raw materials into ready-to-package cider beverages in compliance with Standard Recipes, Quality Specifications, Product Legal Standards, Food Safety Standards, and Heineken Standards while applying good manufacturing practice.
• Execute blending calculators, ensuring input quantity and quality are accurately loaded into blends.
• Evaluate process inputs, tanks, equipment, and final product to achieve and maintain desired quality and food safety.
• Monitor critical control points (CCPs) and operational prerequisite programs (OPRPs) to maintain controls within required limits and perform necessary verifications for food safety compliance.
• Monitor and control liquid conversion efficiencies (speed, cost, quality) to ensure effective conversion within the manufacturing process.
• Identify root causes of problems related to equipment, process, or product in respective units.
• Participate in continuous improvement programs for primary manufacturing, quality, and sustainability – including water conservation, energy efficiency, and recycling – to support effective and efficient operations.

Compliance and Safety

• Maintain integrity, quality, safety, consistency, and sterility of the processing environment and equipment.
• Protect the confidentiality of product formulations.
• Support safety programs and policies to safeguard product safety, personal safety, company property, environmental standards, and team member wellbeing.
• Follow all site safety rules.
• Report incidents, accidents, near misses, and unsafe behaviors in the workplace.
• Uphold Heineken Safety Commitments.

TPM and Continuous Improvement

• Participate in Cellar DCS and other TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) activities.
• Engage in tag management and unified problem‑solving initiatives.
• Embed a culture of waste minimization into daily work practices.
• Embrace learning and growth opportunities.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and efficiency improvements through regular participation in problem‑solving sessions.