Packaging Line Operator

New Holland Brewing Company; Holland, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

New Holland Brewing Company is seeking a full-time Pack Line Operator to support packaging operations including kegging, bottling and canning. You will operate and troubleshoot packaging machinery while ensuring quality and food safety standards are met throughout the packaging process.

The role involves moving finished goods with a forklift, performing routine quality checks, maintaining a clean and safe pack line, and assisting with inventory and SOP updates as needed.

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical troubleshooting ability.
• Ability to multi-task & work in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
• Knowledge of brewing packaging theory or related process knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead & act in a manner consistent with our Mission, Vision & Values.
• Operate packaging machines safely & efficiently.
• Move packaging & finished goods using a forklift.
• Perform quality checks on packaged product.
• Perform packaging inventory counts.
• Maintain organization & cleanliness of the pack line.
• Abide by all food safety and GMP rules and regulations.
• Package beverages according to defined processes, quality standards & specifications.
• Review & edit SOPs & processes with Team Leader to keep documents up to date.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Multi-tasking

Safety focus

Attention to detail

Forklift operation

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Our Production Team is looking for a full time Pack Line Operator! Come join our team and work for a company with great perks, award winning culture and an amazing team!

What we offer you

• An innovative, growing company in our industry.
• A strong culture: one that is guided through our Mission, Vision & Values.
• A collaborative, caring, creative & engaging place to work.

Job summary

The Packaging Operator helps with all packaging operations in the brewery, including kegging, bottling, & canning. Packaging Operators operate machines & ensure product maintains all quality & food safety standards during packaging.

What you would do

• Lead & act in a manner that is consistent with our Mission, Vision & Values.
• Operate packaging machines safely & efficiently.
• Move packaging & finished goods using a forklift.
• Perform quality checks on packaged product.
• Perform packaging inventory counts.
• Maintain organization & cleanliness of the pack line.
• Abide by all food safety and GMP rules and regulations.
• Package beverages according to defined processes, quality standards & specifications.
• Be conscious of & reduce packaging loss.
• Maintain & improve organization & cleanliness of packaging areas.
• Review & edit SOP’s & processes with Team Leader to keep controlled documents up to date.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

What you offer us

• Basic mechanical troubleshooting ability.
• Ability to multi-task & work in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
• Knowledge of brewing &/or distilling packaging theory.
• Attention to detail.

Physical requirements

• Ability to go up & down stairs repeatedly throughout an entire shift.
• Able to lift at least 100 pounds from floor to overhead repeatedly.

Desired qualifications

• Chemical handling experience.
• Knowledge or experience in beer/beverage manufacturing.

Reports to: Packaging Supervisor

Our Mission

To enrich the lives of our guests by creating exceptional beverages, food, and service that grow a thriving business

Our Values

We Believe * We Engage

We Own * We Lead

We Act with Integrity * We Care

How your job supports the mission

• Ensure product is packed efficiently & ready to ship to the customer on time.
• Keep quality at top of mind to ensure the product meets the consumer’s expectations.
• Maintain a clean & sanitary workstation to ensure a food-safe packaging environment.

Summary of a typical day

• Prepare & operate packaging machinery.
• Troubleshoot the packaging machines & work with maintenance when problems occur.
• Clean & sanitize machines & workstations.

New Holland Brewing Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), New Holland Brewing Company will make reasonable accommodation of working conditions or methods in order to perform the duties of the position. New Holland Reserves the right as part of a development plan to fill a position without the role being posted.

New Holland conducts job-related background checks prior to hire to ensure a safe and secure work environment in which current team members, guests, and company assets are protected, while protecting the integrity and confidentiality of information gathered during the evaluation.

Background checks are conducted on the finalist only following the issuance of a contingent offer of employment. At this point in the hiring process, you would be asked to authorize New Holland to conduct the background check. You would be provided with online authorization and disclosure forms that require identifying information, including other names used, Social Security Number and birthdate, current address, and contact information.

Candidates with questions are encouraged to contact the People & Culture team at [e-mail].

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