Packaging Assistant, Part-Time

fremontbrewing; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 31,684; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company contribution

Discounted ORCA pass

Job summary

Fremont Brewing in Ballard, WA is seeking a Part-Time Packaging Assistant to join the Packaging Department. You will help pack, palletize, perform quality checks, operate basic packaging equipment, and support other packaging tasks across day or night shifts.

Strong candidates have brewery or related production experience, can work safely and efficiently, communicate well, and enjoy teamwork. Forklift experience is a plus and the job includes flexible hours and a positive, craft-beer oriented

Qualifications

• Brewery or related production experience preferred.
• Ability to work safely and efficiently.
• Effective communication and teamwork.
• Detail-oriented with quality focus.
• Forklift experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Pack and palletize product according to specs.
• Perform routine quality assurance checks.
• Recordkeeping during packaging runs.
• Operate basic packaging equipment.
• Support other Packaging Department duties.
• Assist with equipment setup and changeover.

Skills

Brewery experience

Safety mindful

Efficient worker

Team player

Detail oriented

Problem solving

Good communication

Positive attitude

Forklift experience

Job description

Packaging Assistant, Part-Time

Fremont Brewing is currently seeking a Part‑Time Packaging Assistant based out of our West facility in Ballard. The Packaging Assistant is part of the Packaging Department and reports to the Packaging Manager. The primary responsibilities include packing and palletizing product, recordkeeping, performing quality assurance checks, operating basic packaging equipment, and supporting other areas of the Packaging Department. This role will be scheduled one to three shifts per week and can be available both days and nights.

Pay Rate: $21.30 to $23.50 per hour

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work in congruence with all company safety and quality standards
• Hand-folding cardboard trays and boxes
• Hand-pulling and packing finished product
• Performing routine quality assurance checks
• Basic recordkeeping during and after packaging runs
• Manual and electric pallet jack operation
• Equipment setup, changeover, and shutdown
• Cleaning of packaging areas and equipment
• Assisting with other duties as needed

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Brewery or related production experience preferred
• Ability to work safely
• Ability to work efficiently
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to work well both alone and with a team
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to problem-solve on the fly
• A love for craft beer
• A fun and positive attitude
• Forklift experience a plus!

Physical Requirements

• Standing for long periods of time (up to 8‑10 hours per day)
• Ability to move heavy materials (lifting to 50 lbs., moving up to 160 lbs.)
• Climbing ladders in accordance with company safety protocols
• Ability to work safely around moving mechanical parts
• Routine grabbing, pushing, pulling, reaching, stooping, climbing, bending, etc.
• Ability to work in hot, cold, and loud environments

Benefit Highlights

• 401(k) with company contribution
• Discounted ORCA pass

Fremont Brewing provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, military status, or political ideology in any of its activities or operations.