Packaging Operator

Funky Buddha Management LLC•Oakland Park, FL

About The Position

The Packaging Operator I executes production activities in the packaging area for Funky Buddha products and beverages made for co-packing partners, including beer and THC/CBD beverages in a variety of packaging formats. The role operates automated keg-washing and filling equipment, assists with automated canning and bottling equipment, prepares for packaging runs, conducts work-in-process product testing, completes equipment changeovers and clean-in-place procedures, and maintains clean and organized production areas. The Packaging Operator is expected to be hard-working, responsible, self-motivated, interested in beverage manufacturing, and eager to continue learning and growing in the industry. The position may also assist the Production Manager and support other beverage-production, co-packing, facility, and project activities as operational needs require.

Requirements

Ability to multitask in a fast-paced production environment.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Flexibility regarding work hours and willingness to work night shifts, weekends, and overtime when required.
Ability to work safely with industrial chemicals.
Ability to work safely in a wet, noisy, and non-temperature-controlled environment.
Ability to follow different product, packaging, and customer specifications.
Ability to meet established production, quality, food-safety, and workplace-safety standards.
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to perform frequent lifting and carrying of up to 55 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a brewery, packaging, manufacturing, food-production, or beverage-production environment.
Interest in developing a career in the craft brewing or beverage-manufacturing industry.

Responsibilities

Package company-owned and co-packed beverages, including beer and THC/CBD beverages.
Assist with bottling, canning, kegging, case packing, and palletizing.
Follow product specifications and packaging requirements for each production run.
Assist with equipment setup and line changeovers between products, packaging formats, and customer brands.
Verify packaging materials, labels, and finished products for accuracy and quality.
Operate automated keg-cleaning and filling equipment and perform manual keg filling when necessary.
Assist with automated bottling and canning equipment.
Perform physical tasks needed to operate and support packaging lines.
Prepare equipment, packaging materials, and supplies for production runs.
Complete clean-in-place procedures using an automated CIP system and manually clean and sanitize packaging equipment when needed.
Organize raw materials and packaging supplies.
Load and unload trucks when needed.
Unpack, fill, repack, and palletize cases of bottled or canned beverages as needed.
Clean floors, walls, tank exteriors, drains, and other production areas; organize new and used pallets; and assist with general facility upkeep.
Assist with equipment setup, maintenance, and repairs.
Follow company safety, food-safety, quality, and production requirements; use required personal protective equipment; and maintain accurate, organized production records and log entries.
Participate in staff training and other opportunities to expand job knowledge.
Assist the Production Manager with production-related duties and support other beverage-production, co-packing, brewery, facility, and special-project activities as needed.