Packaging Associate: Canning, Kegging & Growth Path

Hardywood Park Craft Brewery; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance including medical, d.

Retirement Plan: 401K

Accrued paid time off and holidays

Discounted taproom merchandise andbeer

Work-life balance

Job summary

Hardywood Park Craft Brewery is seeking an entry‑level Packaging Associate to support canning, kegging, and warehousing operations at the West Creek facility, with potential shifts at Richmond. The role advances toward Packaging Specialist I/II/III as experience grows, with supervision from the Packaging Manager.

You will work in a team, follow safety protocols, handle packaging of cans and kegs, and help maintain quality packaging and labeling while supporting inventory and general brewery

Qualifications

• Must have strong attention to detail and be highly organized.
• Superior sanitation and cleanliness standards are required.
• Proven writing and math skills; able to use basic computer tools.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety procedures and improve the safest working environment.
• Pack cans and cartons from the can line.
• Ensure quality packaging of cans, kegs, and labeling materials.
• Clean and sanitize kegs for production needs.
• Seal and box packaged items and palletize per logistics needs.
• Assist in inventory management and general packaging tasks.
• Support brewery operations as needed and maintain a clean workspace.
• Participate in safety and sanitation programs as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Sanitation standards

Proficient writing and math

Computer skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Hardywood Park Craft Brewery is seeking an entry‑level Packaging Associate to support canning, kegging, and warehousing operations at the West Creek facility, with potential shifts at Richmond. The role advances toward Packaging Specialist I/II/III as experience grows, with supervision from the Packaging Manager.

You will work in a team, follow safety protocols, handle packaging of cans and kegs, and help maintain quality packaging and labeling while supporting inventory and general brewery