Packaging Associate

City Brewing Company; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Competitive Wages

Job summary

City Brewing Company in La Crosse, WI is seeking a Packaging Operator to operate and maintain packaging machinery in our fast-paced facility. You will monitor lines, perform quality checks, troubleshoot basic issues, and uphold safety and sanitation protocols to meet daily production goals.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 18+ years old, and the ability to work 2nd or 3rd shift, weekends, and overtime as needed. Apply to join a team focused on safety, quality, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience in a food or beverage manufacturing environment preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be 18 years old.
• Able to work autonomously in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Able to pass post-offer drug screening and background check.

Responsibilities

• Operate packaging machinery safely and efficiently.
• Monitor the packaging line for consistent product flow and quality output.
• Inspect packaged products to ensure quality and labeling standards.
• Set up machines for daily production runs and perform basic troubleshooting.
• Load packaging materials into machines as needed.
• Record production data, including quantities, downtime and machine settings.
• Communicate with maintenance and supervisory staff regarding equipment issues.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area in GMP and safety standards.
• Follow SOPs, PPE and company policies at all times.
• Support training of new operators as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Autonomous work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

City Brewing Company – Who We Are

With our roots in La Crosse, WI, we are proud to be North America’s largest co-packager of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages with four locations across the United States. By prioritizing safetyand quality for our team, customers and partners, we put Safety and Quality First. We value Customer Focus by treating our customers’ needs as our own and deliver on our commitments together. We promote a culture of One Team by valuing and supporting each other to create shared success. We Take Pride in our work and the products we produce. We believe Clear Communication is essential for effective teamwork.

Job Summary

City Brewery in La Crosse, WI, has immediate opportunities for a Packaging Operator in our packaging department. The Packaging Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining packaging machinery to ensure the accurate and efficient packaging of products according to company standards and production schedules. This role involves monitoring equipment, performing quality checks, troubleshooting basic issues, and adhering to safety and sanitation protocols. The Packaging Operator works closely with team members and supervisors to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while meeting daily production goals. Attention to detail, consistency, and the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing setting are key to success in this position.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Operate packaging machinery and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Monitor the packaging line for consistent product flow and quality output.
• Inspect packaged products to ensure they meet quality and labeling standards.
• Set up machines for daily production runs and perform basic troubleshooting.
• Load packaging materials (film, boxes, label) into machines as needed.
• Record production data, including quantities, downtime and machine settings.
• Communicate with maintenance and supervisory staff regarding equipment issues.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area in compliance with GMP and safety standards.
• Follow standard operating procedures, PPE requirements and company policies at all times.
• Support team members and assist in training new operators as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Previous experience in a food or beverage manufacturing environment preferred.
• High school diploma, GED, HSED or relevant work experience required.
• Must be 18 years old.
• Highly motivated, self-directed individual that is able to work autonomously in a fast‑paced, often loud manufacturing environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with teammates of varying skills and backgrounds.
• Effective analytical, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Must be available for 2 nd and 3 rd shift, weekends and overtime as assigned.
• Must be able to pass a post-offer drug screening, functional capacity exam and background check.

Benefits/Compensation

City Brewery provides an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical, vision & dental insurance.
• Company paid short-term & long-term disability insurance.
• Company provided life insurance.
• Optional accident, cancer & critical insurance.
• Up to a 9% 401K contribution.
• PTO/Sick leave and vacation.
• Competitive wages
• 12 Paid Holidays

City Brewery is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all applicants will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.