PACKAGING OP TECH 1 – 3rd Shift

Current Openings; Chico (CA); Presencial; USD 23.000 - 36.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

401(k) company match

Resumo da vaga

Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. is hiring a Packaging Operator Technician I to operate and sanitize packaging lines, inspect quality, and support production goals on the 3rd shift (9 PM–5:30 AM) with a 15% differential.

You will engage in safety training and SQF/GMP compliance while contributing to a high-velocity bottling and canning environment. The role requires at least 6 months in consumer-packaged goods manufacturing, strong teamwork, and the ability to learn on the job.

Qualificações

• 6 months' experience in a consumer-packaged goods manufacturing environment.
• Experience with GFSI (SQF, BRCGS, etc) and/or GMP preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with peers and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to take ownership and initiative to perform tasks beyond assignment‑specific duties.
• Understanding of how to use basic hand tools (Allen wrenches, screwdrivers, sockets/wrenches, etc.)
• Forklift Certification upon hire preferred; Forklift Certification within 180 Days required
• You must be at least 21 years of age to work for Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.

Responsabilidades

• Operates packaging equipment on high-speed lines and follows SOPs, documenting as required.
• Performs routine inspections, minor adjustments, and light maintenance; assists with PMs.
• Cleans production areas and equipment to maintain sanitation.
• Operates forklifts, pallet jacks, and carts to move packaging materials and finished products.
• Conducts quality checks and signs off in SafetyChain where applicable.
• Communicates packaging information with other teams; supports keg prep area as needed.
• Performs other duties and participates in SQF, GMP, and food safety trainings.

Conhecimentos

Interpersonal skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Communication

Initiative

Ferramentas

Forklift certification

Hand tools

Descrição da vaga

Get to Know Us

Ken Grossman started Sierra Nevada in 1980 with a hand-built brewhouse and the odds stacked against him. That passion forever changed the course of American craft brewing and launched a beer revolution that’s in full force today. Turns out, good beer can do a lot of good, and Sierra Nevada became a cornerstone for both its innovation and its care for the Earth and its people. We’re committed to advancing a culture of inclusion and believe diversity in all its forms makes us stronger. We keep pushing boundaries, whether that’s in the brewhouse, with sustainability, or in the great outdoors.

Get to Know This Role

The Packaging Operator Technician 1 operates, cleans and sanitizes packaging equipment. In addition, the Packaging Operator Technician I performs quality inspections. Reporting to the Packaging Supervisor, this entry level role is responsible for working effectively to meet production demands while maintaining a safe work environment and producing a quality product.

Please note: We are accepting applications 3rd shift (9 PM – 5:30 AM) plus 15% shift differential

What’s In It For You

We’re committed to our employees and work hard to prove it. For starters, we’re offering $16.74 to $25.86 hourly compensation for this role. Individual offers are based on skills, experience, and qualifications, and geographical location.

But base pay is just the beginning. We support your future by offering a generous 10% company match on 401(k) contributions, providing learning and development opportunities, and fostering your safety at work with ongoing trainings, state-of-the-art equipment, and preventative care. We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, an onsite medical clinic, as well as mental health and well-being benefits including paid sick leave. We foster a culture of work-life balance and always encourage employees to use and enjoy their generous paid time off.

What You Will Do

• Operates dry side equipment on a high-speed bottling, canning, racking, and repack lines; follows standard operating procedures (SOPs) and completes documentation via check sheets
• Performs routine inspections, basic troubleshooting, minor adjustments, light-duty maintenance of equipment; assists maintenance personnel with other repairs and preventative maintenance (PMs) when needed
• Cleans production areas, equipment, work areas, or other parts of the facility to maintain plant food sanitation standards
• Operates industrial equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand carts in order to unload, load, and/or transport packaging materials, raw materials and finished product
• Conducts process quality control checks, to include SafetyChain sign-offs
• Communicates packaging related information to other teams effectively
• Assists in the keg prep area by sorting, completing valve rebuilding, and loading of kegs
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as required
• This role is responsible for production and support the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Safe Quality Food (SQF) System as defined in the SQF Code. There will be Safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Food Safety and Food Security Training as required by Local, State, Federal and SNBC policies. All duties will be completed in a manner that is consistent with all aspects of Company Safety Rules, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and Safe Quality Foods (SQF). Employees shall report food safety & quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.

Please Apply if You Have

• 6 months Previous experience in a consumer-packaged goods manufacturing environment required and
• Experience with GFSI (SQF, BRCGS, etc) and/or GMP preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to collaborate with peers and cross-functional teams
• Ability to take ownership and initiative to perform tasks beyond assignment‑specific duties
• Understanding of how to use basic hand tools (Allen wrenches, screw drivers, sockets/wrenches, etc.)
• Strong attention to detail and eye for package quality
• Ability to learn on-the-job
• Forklift Certification upon hire preferred
• Forklift Certification within 180 Days required
  Additional Requirements to Consider Before Applying
• You must be at least 21 years of age to work for Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
• Selected candidate must pass a pre-employment, post offer background check.

Before applying for this role, please review the full job description, including the physical demands and working environment: https://sierranevada.jdxpert.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=2&id=2497

** This position will remain open until filled; online applications will be reviewed weekly **

Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer