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Figueroa Mountain
Job Title: Packaging Operator 1
Classification: Full Time / Part Time
Reports to: Packaging Manager
Summary/Objective
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Packaging Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining packaging equipment for Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co. products going into bottles, and cans with an emphasis on quality and efficiency. This position will additionally be responsible for general brewery cellar operations including product transfers, cleaning, maintenance, and reporting.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Startup/Shut Down of packaging equipment.
- Ensures all required packaging materials for the scheduled packaging order are available and delivered to production.
- Fills packages according to the scheduled packaging order with a goal of maximum yield, minimal DO uptake, and accurate fill levels
- Assures all finished packages are palletized, labeled, delivered to cold storage, and accurately recorded on the packaging manifest.
- Ensures that product has passed all QC requirements prior to packaging.
- Keeps the line moving, with the goal of putting out as much quality product out as possible.
- Cleans all packaging equipment and materials used during the day.
- Alerts the Packaging Manager to any problems with packaging operations or large variations to the scheduled packaging order.
- Communicates any unfinished tasks or needs with Filler Operator and Warehouse employees on duty.
- Prepare equipment for packaging, by loading packaging goods to be filled during the day.
- All other duties as assigned.
Competencies
- Mechanically Oriented
- Priority Management
- Effective Communication
- Problem Solving / Adaptability.
Work Environment
The Packaging Operator works in a manufacturing environment with little or no climate control. Some exposure to conditions that are hot, cold, and/or wet may occur. Awareness of your surroundings, personal protective equipment, and proper attire are important to this position.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move cases of beer up to 25 pounds and 50 pound kegs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but the employee must be available during the “core” work hours of 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. for the morning shift, or 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. for the evening shift. Weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
Travel
This Position will not require travel.
Experience/ Education
- One year of experience operating packaging equipment in a food or beverage facility.
- High school diploma or equivalent degree (GED) required.
- Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license
- Must have reliable transportation to and from work
- Must be able to work independently without day to day hands on supervision.
- Cleanliness and Safety minded
