The Packaging Lead at Santa Fe Brewing Co. is responsible for operating the packaging equipment and related equipment as necessary to take a beer from tank to package, as well as serve as the primary Point of Contact for Packaging Technicians in a mechanical and leadership capacity.
This position is best suited for a mechanically proficient, aspiring brewing professional with strong communication skills and a desire to grow their leadership skills. This position reports to the Packaging Manager, but will also work closely with the Brewing, Maintenance, Warehouse, and Quality departments. This is a Full-Time, benefits-eligible, hourly position.
Primary Packaging Technician Responsibilities:
Operate packaging equipment, including canning and keg line
Clean and sanitize packaging equipment
Complete necessary paperwork for all packaging activities
Maintain clean, safe, and orderly work areas
Electromechanical troubleshooting and repairs to packaging equipment as required
Assist and improve packaging procedures
Additional Packaging Lead Responsibilities:
Ensure adherence to daily packaging schedule and report daily production numbers
Assist Packaging Technicians with troubleshooting and operations
Assist with SOP creation and provide training to Packaging Technicians
Develop Subject Matter Expert-level equipment knowledge
Assist with equipment maintenance and projects
Qualifications, Skills, and Competencies:
1+ years’ experience in beverage packaging preferred. 1+ years’ experience in an industrial production environment required.
Demonstrated mechanical skills, including ability to operate heavy equipment and troubleshoot packaging equipment problems, required.
Experience using powerlift equipment preferred. Certification required within the first 30 days of employment.
Ability to work in a team environment and communicate effectively with other coworkers and departments, as well as work independently with minimal supervision required.
Strong organizational, problem solving, interpersonal, and communication skills required.
Detail Oriented and Proactive. Able to multitask, maintain professionalism, and adjust to changing priorities.
Desire to work in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment required
At least 21 years of age required. High School Diploma or GED required.
Show up for shifts on time and ready to work
Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions:
Able to stand for long periods of time (up to 8-12 hours per day)
Able to work with powerlift equipment and fast-moving machinery
Able to lift materials up to 55 lbs. unassisted, repeatedly
Able to stand for long periods of time and able to kneel, stoop, crouch, or crawl.
Able to work in wet, tight, or cramped spaces and in an environment with high noise levels
Able to work with hazardous chemicals
Able to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (boots, gloves, apron, eye protection, etc.)
Able to perform job with and around moving machinery
Potential exposure to hot fluids, live steam, pressurized vessels and transfer lines, particulate atmospheres, carbon dioxide, variable temperature levels, and wet floors and clothing.
Able to work 4 x 10 hour shifts with flexibility for early or late shifts and OT if needed
Job Details:
Department: Brewing
Reports to: Packaging Manager
FLSA Status: Hourly
Compensation: $20+/HR DOE
Benefits: Competitive Health Care, Time Off (PTO, sick, and holidays), and 401k plans
If interested, please visit our website for more contact information:
https://santafebrewing.com/jobs/packaging-lead/
