Packaging Operator- 3rd Shift

Lagunitas Brewing Company; Petaluma (CA); Hybrid; USD 24,435 - 34,801; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility – Hybrid work environment

Awesome family-friendly medical coverage

Approx 33 days off in your first year

Up to 4% match on 401K plan

Four free cases of beverages per month

Employee happy hour and dog-friendly campus

Gym Membership

Pet Insurance

Job summary

A leading craft brewery in Petaluma is seeking a dedicated Package Operator for the 3rd shift. In this entry-level role, you will efficiently manage the packaging line machinery and uphold quality standards for our products. Ideal candidates will have at least 6 months experience in a production environment and a strong commitment to safety. Enjoy a hybrid work culture and multiple employee benefits including flexible schedules and generous perks.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of previous experience in warehouse, production, or brewing environment.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new equipment and processes.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently operate packaging line machinery while ensuring quality.
• Troubleshoot machinery as needed.
• Adhere to safety standards and participate in safety meetings.
• Manufacture and assemble packaging components.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the assigned area.

Skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Excellent organization

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Forklift experience

Job description

Package Operator - 3rd Shift at Lagunitas Brewing Company

If you’re ready to work on a production line that delivers the best craft beer in the world, join our team.

The Lagunitas Brewing Company began on a kitchen stove in Northern California in 1993 and has always looked to the future – whether supporting local communities by turning beer into money for the cause, or fueling stories, songs, and experiences with our IPA. Wherever you go: Beer Speaks, People Mumble.

What You’ll Get

• Flexibility – Hybrid work environment
• Benefits – Awesome family‑friendly coverage for medical, dental, vision, and parental leave
• Time off – Approx 33 days off in your first year (vacation, holidays, and personal days)
• Retirement – Up to 4% match on 401K plan
• BEER & Schwag – Four free cases of Lagunitas beverages a month & 50% off food and merch
• Good vibes – Employee happy hour, dog‑friendly campus, live music
• Gym Membership – Through our Awesome Benefits Program
• Pet Insurance – Keep your dogs and cats covered!
• It’s Friday, Ya’ll – Have lunch on us! Get paid every other Friday, starting at: $21.50/hr

The Gist

Efficiently and safely operates all packaging line machinery while maintaining a high level of quality assurance for the craft beer cases produced. Must be willing and able to troubleshoot machinery as needed. Consistently portrays the Lagunitas brand through hard work and a strong sense of urgency in a team‑oriented environment.

• Schedule: Sunday–Thursday
• Start Time: 11 p PST
• End Time: 7 30 a PST

What You’ll Do

• Adhere to all safety standards set by Lagunitas and OSHA.
• Actively participate in safety meetings, audits, and the Good Catch program.
• Manufacture and assemble packaging components which includes assembly of mother cartons and beer shells, cans, bottles and kegs of beer.
• Participate in TPM efforts including 5S, DCS, Morning on the shop floor, problem‑solving Kaizens, and Autonomous.
• Transport materials to and from designated areas using hand lifts, forklifts, and other equipment.
• Move goods packed on pallets or crates around the facility.
• Operate multiple parts of the packaging line(s).
• Run all aspects of kegging, bottling and canning lines.
• Make equipment and product changeovers, using tools as needed.
• Clean and fill various types of kegs.
• Monitor and react to QA specifications: quality control of various packaging processes; watch and monitor fill levels; monitor aesthetics of outer packaging and labels; monitor carbonation levels in finished beer.
• Responsible for the sanitation of their assigned area including Clean In Place CIP tasks both manual and automated.
• Keep track of stock levels of packaging materials.
• Must observe and practice all safety procedures, including wearing the proper PPE at all times on the packaging lines & production floor.
• Assist in or lead training of newly hired team members as needed.
• Other duties and tasks as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and be able to work flexible shifts and schedules, including weekends, holidays, and overtime.
• Excellent organization, attention to detail and problem‑solving skills.
• Attentive and able to learn and adapt to new equipment and processes.
• Forklift experience desired.
• Must have a minimum of 6 months’ previous experience working in a warehouse, production or brewing environment.

Key Relationships

• Reports directly to Shift Supervisor and Packaging Manager.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift and carry 60 pounds on a regular basis.
• Must be able to stand, walk, lift, and bend for the majority of the work schedule.
• Tolerate summer/winter temperature conditions in a production environment.
• Must be able to work flexible shifts, overtime as necessary, and holidays and weekends.

Come as You Are

At Lagunitas, we welcome people (and dogs) from all walks of life. Anyone, regardless of their race, creed, nation of origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, veteran status, marital status, or age, has a home here. Love, progress, and acceptance will always have a seat at our bar.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

Food and Beverage Services