Part Time Packaging Operator

WISEACRE Brewing Company • Memphis, TN

just now • Onsite

About The Position

The Packaging Operator performs the day to day functions of the Packaging department. These functions include operation of a variety of packaging equipment, as well as maintenance and cleaning of all packaging areas. Measurable metrics will be provided along with regularly scheduled performance reviews. This is a permanent position that reports to the Packaging Manager.

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• High School diploma or GED required
• 1-3 years manufacturing or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Current forklift driver certification or ability to complete certification within 30 days of employment
• Professional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills required
• Must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Must be able to operate without distraction in a noisy, heavy trafficked work space.

Nice To Haves

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Deep and abiding love of all things cleaning

Responsibilities

• Assist in completing the daily production schedule
• Assist in the cleaning of bottling/canning/kegging lines
• Perform required adjustments to packaging equipment
• Perform routine maintenance of packaging equipment
• Perform package size changes on packaging equipment
• Troubleshoot minor equipment issues
• Understand and conform to safety requirements
• Alert Packaging Manager to potential quality concerns and maintenance issues
• Operate and perform pre-run, run, post-run, and weekly duties and housekeeping on a variety of packaging equipment including, but not limited to: canning/bottle Lines, PakTech, de-palletizer, air compressor, keg machine, cartoner, tray former, and forklift
• Perform other routine tasks to keep the bottling, canning, and keg lines sanitized and in proper working order including, but not limited to: Pre-Run and Post-Run Filler Sanitation; Prepare, change-over, and sanitize machines to be ready for the next shift; Sweep and clean area around equipment; Check for quality and accuracy of produced goods; Follow SOP (Standard Operating Procedures) for each piece of equipment
• Assist other packaging staff as needed to give breaks and fill in at other stations
• Ensure packaging machinery are in good working order, charged (as applicable), and ready for the next day’s operation
• Maintain neat and orderly packaging areas, including the bottling line, canning line, kegging area, warehouse, and all other surrounding work areas
• Adhere to all WISEACRE policies, processes and standards in order to maintain a safe and welcoming work environment for self, co-workers, vendors, and guests
• Other duties and special projects as assigned by Packaging Manager

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rates commensurate with experience.
• Training wage of $16/hr to start with increases after 90 days and 1 year of employment, depending on performance.
• Company subsidized medical insurance with additional opportunities to enroll in group dental, vision, and short-term/long-term disability insurance (for full-time employees).
• Paid time off that begins accruing on day 1 and can be used after 90 days on the job (for full-time employees).
• Employees are not charged for draft beer in our Taprooms and receive a monthly stipend for to-go beer along with additional discounts on merchandise and food from our restaurant.
• Free on-site parking is available for employees at both locations.
• Veteran’s Day is a paid holiday for all full-time veterans on our staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED