Packaging Associate (Full Time)

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

Description

The Packaging Associate is an entry-level position and is responsible for fully support and contributing to the efforts of the packaging team as it executes the daily packaging needs and goals. This includes working on all facets of packaging as needed; canning, kegging and warehousing. This position will primarily be based at the Hardywood West Creek facility with potential shifts and duties at the Hardywood Richmond facility. This position has an opportunity to grow into a Packaging Specialist I, II and III, gradually becoming more involved in the operation of the canning line, kegging equipment and process and warehousing. This position is supervised by the Assistant Packaging Manager and reports to the Packaging Manager.

Responsibilities

• Follow company safety procedures and identify opportunities to ensure the safest working environment possible.
• Packaging of cans and cartons coming off the can line.
• Ensure quality packaging of all cans and kegs and associated packaging materials and labeling.
• Cleaning and sanitizing kegs needed for meeting production needs.
• Taping of boxes once completely packaged.
• Wrapping and placing completed pallets into bonded inventory based on Logistics Coordinator's needs and preferences.
• Assist in inventory management as needed
• Help in the brewery as needed.
• General cleaning of packaging and production area.
• Breaking down boxes and discarding them as needed.

Qualifications

• High School graduate.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Superior standard of sanitation and cleanliness.
• Proficient writing and math skills.
• Computer skills and software.
• Work efficiently and with urgency to achieve daily goals.
• Functions extremely well in a team-based environment.
• Ability to adapt under short notice.

Physical Demands

This position can routinely be physically demanding in nature and involves working with potentially dangerous equipment, machinery, exposure to high noise levels, and handling of hazardous materials.

• Stands and/or traverses the brewery for long periods of time (8-10 hours per day).
• Routinely bends, moves, transports, or lifts 60 pounds and moves 165 pounds safely.
• Occasionally climbs ladders.
• Can work in both hot and cold temperatures.

• Ability to operate a forklift, hand truck, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment.

• Must be flexible with regards to work schedule, based on packaging needs.
• Work overtime as needed.
• Participate in safety and sanitation program.
• Other duties, functions, and special projects when necessary and as assigned.

Benefits

• Health Insurance including medical, dental and vision coverage
• Retirement Plan: 401K program
• Accrued paid time off and holidays
• Discounted taproom merchandise and beer
• Work-life balance

About Hardywood

Our mission and core values are the foundation of our value-based leadership approach, guiding every decision and action. By upholding our commitment to quality, innovation, integrity, safety, and sustainability, we foster a workplace where every team member is empowered to contribute meaningfully, ensuring both individual and collective success.

Our Mission:

To be the most respected craft brewer by relentlessly committing to quality and innovation, delighting our customers, creating an exceptional workplace experience, respecting our environment, and supporting our community... to Brew with Purpose.

Our Core Values:

• Safety: Cultivate a safe, welcoming environment for employees & customers.
  • Celebrate diversity and inclusivity by creating a safe and inviting environment and considering and being respectful of all perspectives
  • Promote responsible consumption
  • Take personal responsibility for yourself and others
  • Recognize the dangers and train accordingly
• Quality + Innovation: Strive to consistently create the most sought-after beverages in our industry.
  • Be open to change
  • Delight our customers with a world-class experience
  • Remember, details matter
  • Pursue continued improvement
• Integrity: Do the right thing when nobody's looking, even when it's hard.
  • Treat others like you want to be treated
  • Be honest
  • Hold yourself & others accountable
• Sustainability: Operate in a manner that ensures the ongoing success of all stakeholders.
  • Model environmental stewardship
  • Consider financial impact in decision-making
  • Push yourself while knowing your limits
  • Cultivate happiness for you & others