Filler Lead

Carolina Beverage Group, LLC; Cold Spring (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Weekly Perfect Attendance Bonus

Employee Assistance Program

Life and Disability Insurance

Free Uniforms

Job summary

Cold Spring Brewing in Cold Spring, MN, is seeking a Night Shift Lead Operator to manage filler teams, oversee training, and coordinate breaks in the filler areas.

You'll train operators on SOPs, lead 30/60/90-day initiatives, ensure sanitation and GMP compliance, and help maintain quality production in a fast-paced facility that handles alcohol-containing products.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with SAP or similar inventory systems is preferred.
• Strong mechanical background and ability to troubleshoot.

Responsibilities

• Lead filler operators and coordinate breaks in the filler areas.
• Ensure operators are trained and follow SOPs.
• Drive rapid adoption of new processes and initiatives.
• Attend training on new processes and equipment and self-study as needed.
• Train operators on sanitations and monitor sanitation schedule.
• Drive 30/60/90-day training with new operators.
• Lead equipment maintenance checks and documentation hourly.
• Assist in housekeeping as required.
• Ensure proper lids and CO2 levels are maintained.
• Adhere to GMP and Food Safety per Employee Handbook.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

English reading

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Job description

Join The Brew Crew – Crafting Quality with Intention!

With roots dating back to 1874, Cold Spring Brewing is a leader in contract beverage production, serving customers nationwide from our state-of-the-art facilities in the Southeast, Southwest, and Midwest. As one of the most diverse and flexible beverage manufacturers in the country, we produce everything from teas and energy drinks to malt-based beverages.

Status: Full Time Night Shift

Hours: 12-hour shift - 6p-6a

Schedule: 2-2-3 rotating shifts (work 15 days a month!)

[Plus, a $2.00 night shift differential, if applicable]

Summary

Leads the filler operators on their team, drives training and coordinates breaks in the filler areas

What You Will Be Doing

• Ensure that filler operators are properly trained and follow all SOP’s
• Strive to achieve quick adoption of change and ensure efficient understanding and training in order to achieve organizational proficiency to handle new initiatives and projects.
• Attends training on new processes and equipment. This may include self study.
• Trains filler operators on all types of sanitations and monitors sanitation schedule
• Drives 30/60/90-day training with new operators
• Drives required equipment and maintenance checks.
• Make sure appropriate documentation is completed every hour.
• Assists in the Housekeeping area as required.
• Observes that proper lids are in place, taking appropriate action when needed.
• Observes proper levels of CO2 at the filler and in batching.
• Performs all other duties as assigned or required by the supervisor/customer.
• Adhere to and comply with Good Manufacturing Practices as outlined in Employee Handbook.
• Adhere to and comply with quality production and Food Safety.

What You Need to Bring

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to read and interpret in English.
• Have a strong mechanical background and ability to troubleshoot

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with SAP or other inventory management systems
• Experience with GMP and/or HACCP regulations
• Previous lead experience
• 2-3 years’ experience in a high-speed Production environment
• Knowledge working in Outlook, Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and use of customer portals

Job Setting

This role is based in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Employees will experience varying physical demands throughout the day, including standing for extended periods, walking on occasionally slippery floors, and handling equipment or materials.

Due to the nature of the facility, temperatures may fluctuate based on outside weather conditions including heat and cold.

The work environment can be loud, and hearing protection (ear plugs) is required. Additionally, to ensure safety and hygiene, employees must wear hairnets and refrain from wearing jewelry while on the production floor.

Alcohol is an ingredient in products we produce. We are unable to guarantee specific positions, work schedules or work environments that do not include working around alcohol.

Physical Requirements

• Regular bending, stooping and lifting up to 50lbs regularly.
• Extended standing on hard surfaces.
• Will work around noise, dust, variable temperatures and use of production chemicals
• Vision required: distance, close, color, peripheral and depth perception
• Frequently required to stand, talk or hear, use hands, feel and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to sit, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.
• Works in a production and warehouse environment, including forklifts, equipment, and damp floors
• Frequently exposed to working near mechanical parts and exposed to vibration.

What’s In It For You?

At Cold Spring Brewing, we believe in supporting the well-being of our team members both inside and outside the workplace. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance: Competitive medical, HSA and FSA plans, dental, and vision coverage options for you and your family. Coverage begins the 1st of the month following 60 days.
• Paid Time Off: Paid Time off and paid holidays to ensure work-life balance.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) with company match to help you plan for the future beginning after receiving your first paycheck.
• Bonuses: Weekly Perfect Attendance Bonus.
• Employee Assistance Program: Support services for personal, work, and life challenges.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Life insurance, AD&D insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Free Uniforms

At Cold Spring Brewing, you’ll be part of a company that values innovation, quality, and teamwork. We’re committed to providing you with the resources and support to grow your career, all while fostering a culture of safety, sustainability, and employee empowerment.

If you're ready to make your mark in an industry-leading company and take your career to the next level, join the Brew Crew today!