Packaging Operator

Join Our Team

Karl Strauss Brewing Company is San Diego's first craft brewery. As the OG of the craft beer scene, we continue to carry the innovative spirit that helped shape the industry. We're looking for passionate team members who want to help drive the future of craft beer. Our team members are at the heart of what we do, and we treat them that way. You'll be part of a collaborative, supportive environment where your contributions are valued. We're not just looking to fill positions. We're looking for teammates.


Our Purpose & Vision

We're passionate about what we do and why we do it:

• Our Purpose: Making people happy, one Karl Strauss beer at a time
• Our Vision: To be the most loved craft brewery from San Diego
• Our Core Values: K.A.R.L. - Kare for each other, our community, and the environment; Authentic relationships built on trust and integrity; Respect, share, and enjoy our craft; Learn, improve, and grow

What We Offer

We believe taking care of our people is just as important as the work we do. Our benefits include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Rewards & recognition program
• Accrued vacation time and paid holidays
• Beer, food, and merchandise discounts
• Pet insurance discount...and more!

Essential Functions & Duties:

• Operates all aspects of Wild Goose canning line: filling, CIP, troubleshooting, & maintenance a big plus.
• Operates the main brewery's bottling and kegging line(s) following all established policies and procedures.
• Performs daily clean-up and maintenance of the equipment and floors in the packaging and warehouse areas.
• Monitors cleaning cycles for proper concentration, pressures, and efficiency.
• Analyzes the brewery and packaging equipment, components, raw materials, and end products communicating recommendations for change accordingly.
• Hooks up correct bright tanks aseptically; isolates brands to result in minimal losses.
• Keeps the line running in an efficient manner; minimizing lost production time.
• Using the forklift, unloads empty cooperage or other loads as requested.
• Coordinates with the Warehouse Manager regarding the prompt storage of finished goods and delivery of empty kegs to the kegging area.
• Sanitizes the beer lines and ensures the packaging equipment is ready for the next day's production.
• Maintains and rebuilds cooperage as needed
• Complies with all safety and health regulations.

• HS diploma or equivalent.
• 1-2 years experience working in a production or packaging facility, or with filling, labeling, and crowing equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude for equipment repairs and trouble shooting.
• Must maintain a valid California driver's license and be insurable on the Company's automobile insurance policy.
• Ability to follow directions, read maps, and ask for assistance when necessary.
• Flexible schedule to accommodate for seasonal production demands.
• Forklift certification preferred.

Physical Demands: Heavy work - Employee typically shares workstation with others in similar positions. Time spent conducting sedentary work is less than 25%. Requires walking, standing, and/or driving for more than 75% of the workday. Lifting 100 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds.


*Karl Strauss participates in E-Verify. Click to view: Notice of E-Verify Participation or Right to Work Notice