Packaging - Packer A Shift

Packaging Operator
The Packaging Operator reports directly to the Packaging Manager and is responsible for assisting in all aspects of packaging operations. This role is critical in The Bruery's success and ensures the delicious beer we work so hard to make is safely and efficiently packaged according to our high quality standards.

• Learn and employ best practice while working in cellar and packaging areas
• Learn Bruery and Offshoot beer styles, taste and approve tanks for packaging
• Learn beer off flavors and complete sensory training course
• Perform in-line quality checks, ATP swabs, TPO/DO/Fill checks, and CO2 measurements
• Receiving and organization of incoming raw packaging materials via both internal and direct shipment; Preparation of materials and equipment for packaging in bottle, can, and keg format
• Responsible for operation of dry side package handling to include but not limited to bottle and can depalletizers, capsule application, box folding and sealing, can handle application and pallet wrapping
• Responsible for Clean in place of filling equipment for both draft and package products
• Responsible for operation and organization of Keg CIP process, including but not limited to titration of chemical reservoirs, planning and executing float balance in response to packaging schedule, and record keeping
• Responsible for proper draught beer packaging including but not limited to preparation of lines, clean in place of draught filling system, and keg filling
• Assist other departments with workload based on an as needed and scheduled basis including but not limited to barrel work, loading and unloading of trucks, warehousing, waxing, re-work of finished package, and general cleaning
• Orchestrated Beer
• Communicate clearly and accept communication efforts in a three (3) shift environment
• Maintain and update shift report in response to real time production
• Work closely with Production manager, supervisors, quality, and peer staff to execute and pass off tasks effectively
• Two free beers after work and plenty of employee allocation beer to take home
• Drive a small truck (California Class "C" license required)

Willingness to work at clean or sour beer facilities as needed
Willingness to work occasional weekends, holidays and overtime as needed
Strong written and verbal communication skills are critical in a 24-hour operation
No gossip, no games – just mutual respect.
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