Lead Beverage Packaging Operator – 2nd Shift

ASAHI BEER USA INC; Waunakee (WI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life, disability coverage

401(k) with company match

PTO 120 hours annually

9 paid holidays

Free beer after shift

Job summary

ASAHI BEER USA / OCTOPI BREWING is seeking a Packaging Shift Lead in Waunakee, WI to run the line and lead a 7–10 person crew on 2nd shift. You will supervise packaging activities across bottle, can and keg lines, ensuring efficient production with a strong emphasis on safety and quality.

You’ll collaborate with the Packaging Management Team, train staff, and monitor line performance while maintaining SOPs and paperwork. This full-time role offers competitive shift pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have a High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior manufacturing experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organization, and comfort in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to lift 55 lbs and move 165 lbs as needed, and to bend, stoop, and reach repeatedly.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Flexibility with working hours.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 7–10 on shift, delegating work and keeping downtime low.
• Build the weekly shift staffing schedule and handle PTO approvals.
• Confirm the right packaging mix and materials before every fill, and keep the team current on tank status.
• Coordinate training and keep SOPs up to date so everyone on shift is trained and efficient.
• Complete the daily shift report and production reports, including QA/QC sheets, pallet tickets, and run data.
• Work with the team to flag issues and submit maintenance work orders.
• Support CIPs and preventative maintenance, and jump on the machines as needed.
• Lead by example on safety, SOPs, cleaning procedures, and a clean workspace.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

Lifting 55 lbs

Fast-paced environment

Flexibility with hours

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

ASAHI BEER USA / OCTOPI BREWING is seeking a Packaging Shift Lead in Waunakee, WI to run the line and lead a 7–10 person crew on 2nd shift. You will supervise packaging activities across bottle, can and keg lines, ensuring efficient production with a strong emphasis on safety and quality.

You’ll collaborate with the Packaging Management Team, train staff, and monitor line performance while maintaining SOPs and paperwork. This full-time role offers competitive shift pay and benefits.