Packaging Operator - Full Time, Swing Shift
About The Position
Deschutes Brewery is hiring a full-time, swing-shift Packaging Machine Operator to work with the packaging team to operate the production line and package beverages in kegs, cans, and bottles. The role operates automated packaging equipment and performs quality checks, including verifying bottled-on dates, expiration dates, and batch numbers. It also includes changing bottle labels and other production tasks. Previous manufacturing or production experience is preferred but not required. The typical schedule is Monday through Thursday, 1:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., although the schedule may change based on business needs. Starting base pay is $18.36 per hour for candidates without experience, with pay increases based on prior experience. New team members may receive up to three pay increases in their first year upon completing required training. A $3.00-per-hour night shift differential applies to hours worked between 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. The career path reaches $28.60 per hour for employees who complete the training program and gain several years of departmental experience. Additional wage increases may be available through cross-training, specialty licenses or certifications, and promotions.
Requirements
- Eagerness and ability to learn specialty brewery equipment and machinery.
- Focused attention on safety and standard operating procedure training.
- Experience in a team-based environment.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Nice To Haves
- Previous manufacturing or production experience.
- Previous forklift experience.
Responsibilities
- Operate automated equipment on the packaging line.
- Help package beverages into kegs, cans, and bottles.
- Perform quality-control checks, including verifying bottled-on dates, expiration dates, and batch numbers.
- Change bottle labels.
- Perform other tasks in a production environment.
- Learn brewery equipment and machinery and follow safety and standard operating procedures.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) match of 4%, vested immediately.
- Two weeks of paid vacation, one week of sick leave, and paid holidays.
- On-demand pay available through DailyPay.
- Employee stock ownership.
- Deals with local companies.
- Deschutes Brewery and Boneyard merchandise and food discounts.
- Uniform stipend.
- Keg discounts.
- Free beer for employees age 21 and older.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
