Packaging Specialist - 2nd Shift

Creature Comforts Brewing Company•Athens, GA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Packaging Specialist I works as a member of the Packaging Team to package beer for distribution while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency. This entry-level, non-exempt position is located at Southern Mill in Athens, Georgia, and reports to the Packaging Manager. The role operates and maintains packaging equipment, supports production schedules and line changeovers, performs quality checks, and helps maintain a safe, clean work environment. Packaging Specialists work with the Packaging Shift Lead and other team members in a high-speed manufacturing environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to lift 55 pounds from ground to shoulder height.
Ability to climb stairs, ramps, and ladders, and work on feet for the entire shift.
Ability to stand, bend, sit, and crouch for extended periods.
Adequate hearing and vision to work safely with others in a loud environment.
Ability to tolerate hot, cold, and noisy conditions.
Ability to work independently and with the Packaging Team in a high-speed manufacturing environment.
Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask with a positive, solution-oriented mindset.
Ability to use deductive reasoning and troubleshoot equipment issues based on sight and sound, and to work under supervision to resolve mechanical issues.
Ability to work with hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, and hammers, and some power tools.

Nice To Haves

Mechanical aptitude.
Previous experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Operate packaging equipment, including a 24-head Krones Craftmate counterpressure can filler, GPI Quickflex continuous packer, and KHS Combikeg kegline.
Learn and run cleaning cycles on can and keg fillers.
Work with the Packaging Shift Lead to understand the packaging schedule and required products and quantities.
Assist with packaging line changeovers.
Troubleshoot equipment issues under supervision.
Clean and maintain packaging equipment.
Log information promptly and accurately, including maintenance issues or requests.
Perform packaging- or facility-related duties as assigned.
Use personal protective equipment properly, follow OSHA regulations and company safety practices, and handle chemicals safely.
Maintain packaging quality standards and alert the Packaging Shift Lead or management to potential quality or safety concerns.
Run daily and hourly quality checks on Brite beer ready for packaging and on finished goods.
Follow company GMP and food safety policies in accordance with FDA regulations.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Participate in daily pre-shift meetings with the Packaging Shift Lead.
Support Packaging Team members in executing the schedule efficiently and minimizing downtime.
Communicate schedule changes or potential changes across functions.
Perform end-of-shift cleaning duties to prepare for the next shift.