The packaging operator is responsible to operate the packaging machines in a safe way and according to schedule. Carrying out cleaning, quality control procedures and change over the packaging machine. He/she is also responsible for all aspects of beer packaging, as well as some warehousing, and shipping/receiving duties.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Operating the packaging machines and anticipate and standard and non-standard

• situations in a safe way

• Take quality control measurements, record these and act upon deviations by adjusting the process

• Report on safety, quality and production progress in reporting systems and DCS

• Changeover of machines by following change over procedures

• Carry our cleaning, inspection, lubrication and tightening conform the standards

• Solve minor technical problems and assist during breakdowns

• Organize the workplace according to the 5S standard

• Learn, understand and execute packaging operations according to standard operating procedures

• Assist in the implementation and documentation of SOPs as they relate to packaging operations

• CIP canning line and kegging equipment

• Operate and maintain all packaging equipment

• Troubleshoot mechanical problems with packaging equipment

• Train new canning line and kegging personnel in proper machine operation and safety procedures

• Recognize low fills and improperly filled/packaged product

• Organize inventory of finished beer, bulk cans, cardboard, can ends, labels, and all other packaging supplies

• Keep and maintain raw material records for bulk cans, cardboard, can ends, labels, and all other packaging supplies

• Create and maintain a plan for equipment P.M.s to provide customers with a superior product while maintaining efficiency at or above goals

• Ensure department maintains Great Rhythm Brewing Company’s commitment to a consistent and quality product

• Other duties as needed or assigned

Job title    Packaging Operator

Position    Office of Packaging Department

Reports to    The Office of the packaging Department Manager

Job Requirements

Academic requirement:

•  Diploma/ certificate in machine operation(forklift) or related

Work experience:

•  2years of experience

Additional Competencies 

• Experience in either a production brewery or brewpub with demonstrated understanding of the process of packaging beer and equipment involved

• Basic understanding of QA and QC tests and best practices for processing and packaging beer

• Attention to detail and safety

• Able to work in a team environment

• Good communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills

• Be self-motivated

• Possess mechanical aptitude

• Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently without loss of attention to quality

• Flexible schedule both hours of availability and days of week

• Must be able to repeatedly stretch, kneel, bend, twist, push, pull, stand, walk for duration of the shift, lift 55+ pounds

• Work in hot, cold, wet, humid, and sometimes moderately loud environments

How to Apply

Interested and qualified applicants can apply using THIS LINK