Packaging Technician

Maine Beer Company•Freeport, ME

5d•$22 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Maine Beer Company is hiring a full-time Packaging Technician to join its Packaging Team within the Production Department in Freeport, Maine. The role conducts daily beer packaging operations, including bottling and kegging. The position typically works 40 or more hours per week and pays approximately $22.00–$23.00 per hour. The company is seeking a self-motivated person with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and the ability to work well with others. Production brewery experience, particularly packaging experience, is preferred, though the company is willing to train the right candidate. Full-time employees receive fully paid health insurance, at least three weeks of paid vacation, a 401(k), profit sharing, dental and vision insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, Maine Paid Family and Medical Leave, and beer perks and discounts.

Requirements

Production brewery experience is preferred, particularly experience in packaging; the company is willing to train the right candidate.
Ability to multitask while working safely and efficiently.
Ability to follow established standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Ability to repeatedly lift up to 60 pounds and stand for prolonged periods on concrete floors.
Ability to work with little to no supervision.
Excellent communication, time-management, and organizational skills.
Positive attitude and willingness to help coworkers when needed.
Initiative, proactivity, and self-motivation.
Meticulous attention to sanitation and cleanliness.
Strong attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Schedule flexibility, including the ability to work late when needed and accommodate changing or rotating schedules.
Mechanical aptitude.
Electric pallet jack or forklift experience; the company is willing to train the right individual.

Responsibilities

Work collaboratively with the packaging team to meet quality standards in packaging operations.
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment and follow safe work practices.
Follow Maine Beer Company packaging SOPs to complete daily packaging responsibilities.
Follow applicable SOPs to minimize oxygen pickup during packaging, including capping on foam and monitoring dissolved oxygen during kegging.
Perform clean-in-place (CIP) procedures on tanks, hoses, and related equipment.
Assist other production personnel, including warehouse staff, brewers, and cellar operators, as needed.
Perform routine maintenance on packaging equipment as needed.
Perform routine cleaning of packaging equipment and work areas as needed.