Lead Packaging Operator for a Beer and Beverage Producer

At Amundsen Brewery, we are currently looking for our new teammate, a hard-working individual with strong attention to detail to step in as our new Lead Packaging Operator. In this role, you will be responsible for leading and maintaining our state-of-the-art packaging line. As a member of our packaging team, you will oversee the packaging of our beverages across all packaging formats, while ensuring the highest quality standards are met. You will be responsible for all packaging, quality control as well as performing routine maintenance while following, updating and developing SOPs for the packaging line.

SKILLS

2+ years of previous experience in a packaging or production role in a brewery or beverage industry is required.

• A strong commitment to maintaining product quality

• Effective communication skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent organization, attention to detail and problem solving skills

• Team work ethic and a positive attitude

• Prior experience in craft brewing is an advantage

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Run all aspects of packaging, including kegging, canning and filling of fresh wort Bag-In-Box

• Oversee operation of our 10,000 can per hour packaging line, including, but not limited to, Krones CraftMate can filler, Ska Fab depalletizer, labeler, Scaligera case packer, robotic palletizer, etc.

• Perform quality control checks, ensuring product is packaged to specification; monitoring of fill levels, dissolved oxygen and carbonation levels in pack, as well as aesthetics of outer packaging and labels

• Work towards the continuous improvement of existing packaging processes, and recommend/develop/institute further processes

• Conduct equipment, product and format changeovers

• Demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills, being able to identify, quickly fix, and understand the causes behind common issues

• Report directly to Production Manager

• Responsible for performing the sanitation and cleanliness of the packaging hall, including Clean In Place (CIP) tasks both manual and automated

• Work together as part of a small but tight team, building and maintaining positive working relationships with others on the packaging team and throughout the brewery

• Keep track of stock levels of packaging materials

• Able to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks and duties as assigned

• Assist others in the brewery as needed.

• Traveling and representing the brewery at festivals, Tap Takeovers, and other events can be expected

• Forklift license and experience is advantageous

• Packaging certification is advantageous

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 35kg, sometimes repeatedly

• Ability to wear assigned PPE (safety shoes, gloves, hearing protection, etc.)

• Ability to stand, walk, lift, and bend for the majority of work shift