Logistics Technician OR

Von Ebert Brewing LLC; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement

Paid Vacation

OSL

PLO

Job summary

Von Ebert Brewing LLC in Portland, Oregon is seeking a hands-on Logistics Technician to support daily material movement, warehousing, and packaging across locations. The role emphasizes keg washing, packaging line support, and maintaining a clean, organized warehouse while following written procedures.

The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and able to communicate clearly, with basic computer skills and the ability to work irregular hours, including weekends during peak times.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehousing, production, or brewery packaging preferred.
• Forklift certified or willingness to become certified.
• Ability to follow procedures exactly and maintain accuracy.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to travel between Von Ebert locations.
• Flexible schedule including weekends during peak times.

Responsibilities

• Move raw materials and finished goods between the warehouse, coolers, and production areas.
• Receive and verify incoming deliveries; report discrepancies.
• Rotate materials by date code and follow FIFO.
• Stage and label pallets for transfers.
• Operate keg washer and assist on packaging line as needed.
• Support line changeovers, cleaning, and sanitation.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and report safety hazards.

Skills

Dependable

Detail-oriented

Strong organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Basic computer skills

Forklift certification

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Keg washer

Packaging equipment

Powered industrial trucks

Pallet jack

Job description

Logistics Technician Position Summary:The Logistics Technician supports the daily movement, warehousing, and packaging of raw materials and finished goods throughout Von Ebert’s locations. This is a hands-on, physical position with a heavy emphasis on keg washing, packaging line support, and keeping the warehouse accurate and organized. Dependability, attention to detail, and the discipline to follow written procedures every time are critical to this job. The Logistics Technician should take pride in a clean and organized workspace, be self-motivated to build skills across the brewery, and bring a fun and inspiring attitude to the team!Knowledge and Skill Requirements:ExperiencePrior experience in warehousing, production, or brewery packaging preferred, but not required.Experience operating keg washers, packaging equipment, or powered industrial trucks is a plus, but not required.Personality TraitsCandidates must be dependable, motivated, and detail-oriented, with strong organizational skills and clear written and verbal communication.The ability to follow written procedures exactly, work at a steady pace, and speak up when something looks wrong is a requirement.Education and Knowledge BaseStrong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving abilities are essential.General understanding of the brewing process, equipment, and raw materials is a plus.Must possess solid skills with basic mathematical computations and have basic computer functions knowledge, including MS Office and Google Drive.Forklift certified or willingness to become certified required.MiscellaneousAbility to work a flexible schedule, including weekends during peak business times. We strive to have a schedule that works for everyone, but sometimes there are exceptions.This position requires a valid driver's license to travel between locations, a satisfactory background check, and the ability to meet the physical demands of the position detailed below.Logistics Technician Duties and Responsibilities:This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed; it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time. Von Ebert Brewing reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities.General LogisticsMove raw materials and finished goods between the warehouse, coolers, and production areas as directed by the Logistics Lead.Receive incoming raw material deliveries, verify counts and condition against paperwork, and report discrepancies to the Logistics Lead.Pull, stage, wrap, and label pallets for internal transfers between Von Ebert locations.Keep warehouse, cooler, and dock areas clean, organized, and clear of obstruction.Rotate raw materials and finished goods by date code and follow FIFO in all storage areas.DistributionStage and load kegs, cases, and pallets for distributor pick-ups and freight loads.Verify outgoing loads against the pick ticket or BOL before release.Receive, sort, and stage returned empty kegs and pallets.Inventory ManagementCount finished goods and raw materials for weekly and monthly physical inventories.Report count discrepancies, damaged product, and short-dated inventory to the Logistics Lead.Keep product staged by SKU and date code so counts are accurate and repeatable.Keg WashingOperate the keg washer to run empty kegs through wash, sanitize, and purge cycles per SOP.Inspect incoming empties for damage, off aromas, and foreign material; tag and pull any keg that fails inspection.Verify and record wash chemical concentrations, temperatures, and cycle times.Stage clean kegs for filling and keep clean and dirty keg areas clearly separated.Packaging Line AssistanceAssist on the canning line, including depalletizing, can and lid supply, date coding, tray packing, and palletizing.Fill and check kegs during keg runs, including seal checks, weight verification, and labeling.Support changeovers, line cleaning, and end-of-run sanitation.Record production counts, packaging material usage, and downtime as directed.MaintenanceClean and sanitize work areas, hoses, fittings, and equipment using proper operating and cleaning/sanitation procedures.Report equipment problems, leaks, and safety hazards to the Logistics Lead immediately.Brewery TasksHelp as-needed on brewery tasks, including but not limited to filling kegs, taking gravities, transferring beer, and other small cellar tasks.MiscellaneousAbility to safely drive and upkeep company vehicles including a cargo van and 26’ box truck.Ensure all safety and security policies and procedures are followed, regular safety training is conducted and address all safety hazards immediately.Builds positive, professional relationships with all brewing staff, ensuring positive morale and providing a fun work environment.Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work AidsGlendoveer LocationBrewery Equipment: 7 barrel, 3.5-vessel brew house, hot liquor tank, adjustable roller mill, augur, centrifugal pumps, diaphragm pump, CO2 supply lines, hard-piping, forklift.Computer Equipment: laptop, sound system.Production LocationBrewery Equipment: 30 barrel, 5 vessel brew house, 7 barrel, 3.5-vessel brew house, hot liquor tanks, adjustable roller mill, augur, centrifugal pumps, diaphragm pump, CO2 supply lines, hard-piping, forklift.Computer Equipment: laptop, tablet, sound system.Maintenance Equipment: mop, broom, brush, vacuum, toolsTransportation: valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record, company van and box truck.Other Compensation & Benefits-Eligible EmployeesHealth InsuranceRetirementPaid VacationOregon Sick Leave (OSL)Paid Leave Oregon (PLO)Environmental FactorsFast paced work environment.Primarily inside brewing facility with frequent exposure to hot work areas and cold storage areas.Operating machinery makes the brewery area noisy and potentially slippery.Some cleaning/maintenance responsibilities are performed outdoors in the elements like rain, snow, sleet, hail, sun, hot and cold.Ability to work irregular hours, nights, weekends and holidays.