Packaging Shift Lead - Weekend Shift

Deschutes Brewery•Bend, OR

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Deschutes Brewery, a leading independent craft brewery, is seeking a full-time Packaging Shift Lead for their weekend team. This role is responsible for leading the packaging department during the weekend shift, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. The schedule is anticipated to be three 12-hour shifts, Friday through Sunday, from 5:30 am to 6:00 pm, though it may vary based on business needs. The position offers a $3/hour lead differential and a $3.00/hour shift differential for hours worked between 6 am and 6 pm, in addition to a base wage determined by the Step Wage Program.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years' experience in a production / manufacturing facility.
Exceptional communication skills, to include: written, verbal, and non-verbal (body language).
Ability to hire, lead, coach, develop and motivate direct reports, focusing on retaining top performers.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, procedures, and machinery.
Familiarity with brewing processes, packaging lines & maintenance processes.
Highly focused on results and providing a structured, systematic approach to delivering solutions.
Proven ability to manage team relationships, develop business plans, focus on goals & objectives, and deliver results.
Effectively operate in a team environment and be experienced with leading and delegating work to others.
Strong interpersonal, management and technical problem solving skills.
Must be able to manage multiple tasks and priorities and easily adapt to changing situations.
Proven ability to create and implement policies/programs and influence change.
Sound decision making skills.
Computer proficiency required, including intermediate experience with the Microsoft Suite.
Ability to work flexible and extended hours as needed in a 24/7 operation is essential, including weekends and off-shifts as necessary per management discretion.
Able to meet the physical requirements of the role, including: Stand or walk for extended periods of time, Work in varying hot or cold conditions (40-90 degrees), Occasionally lift up to 70lbs, Work in high decibel level areas, Transition from office to production environment multiple times per shift.

Nice To Haves

Two years of college training with courses applicable to position duties and/or specialized technical training.
1 year of supervisory or managerial experience leading and managing teams with key holder responsibilities.
Knowledge of beer and brewing industry is ideal.
Effective public speaking skills.
Five years related work experience in manufacturing or production operation.
Previous work in food and beverage industry; brewery experience beneficial.
Understanding of Lean principles with a focus on processes.
Manufacturing operations experience.

Responsibilities

Lead the Packaging team in daily execution of responsibilities for the assigned shift.
Provide direct leadership to the assigned operator team through all aspects of operations.
Maintain and drive focus on Safety, Quality & Efficiency, in that prioritized order.
Ensure understanding and compliance with GMP and food safety programs.
Oversee the daily execution of the production schedule and inform other departments of any deviations.
Provide daily update reports to colleagues and the Operations leadership team through verbal and written communications.
Complete and deliver Annual performance reviews.
Communicate KPI related information to the team.
Ensure effective co-owner relations by assisting with hiring, training, developing, and motivating team members.
Be familiar with all aspects of daily Packaging operations.
Ensure a clean work area and enforce all safety standards.
Be familiar with SOPs for each machine/process in the department and operate within them.
Lead troubleshooting efforts for any immediate production issues or problems.
Follow escalation procedures for any production issues that arise in packaging.
Assist in troubleshooting equipment break-fixes in collaboration with the maintenance team.
Identify potential issues and implement preventative measures.
Oversee shift schedules, including offline time, co-owner training, vacations, breaks, overtime assignment, coordination of breaks and lunches, and production line work for absent co-owners, workstation assignments, and time card approvals.
Troubleshoot issues within the Just Foods ERP system and ensure accuracy.
Ensure production startups, shutdowns, and changeovers are well coordinated.
Prepare for and conduct shift meetings, providing clear direction and updates.
Meet shift production goals.
Routinely monitor and follow quality control standards.
Verify accuracy of BBT volumes and product releases between Cellar and Packaging.
Oversee inventory control and reconciliation for all packaging material accuracy.
Effectively delegate tasks to the team.
Exercise tact and discretion in interactions.
Work closely and effectively with other department co-owners of all levels.
Perform other duties or projects as assigned.