Packaging Operator - Second Shift, CT

Athletic-Brewing-Company-LLC; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 32,959 - 46,941; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, dental, life insurance

401k with 5% company match

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Athletic Brewing Company LLC is hiring a Packaging Operator for the second shift in Milford, CT. You will operate the packaging line, set up stations, and handle date codes, trays, and glue placement while following SOPs.

Responsibilities include monitoring line performance, performing basic forklift tasks, using NetSuite for pallet builds, and completing daily packaging logs. The role offers health, vision, dental, life, 401k with match, and volunteering days.

Qualifications

• Basic ability to package product into cans or kegs following SOPs.
• Able to navigate Netsuite to build pallets and print pallet tags.
• Basic forklift operations and daily packaging forms.

Responsibilities

• Package product into cans or kegs and adjust machines as needed.
• Monitor line operations and communicate status to team leads.
• Submit pallet tags and maintain clean, safe work environment.
• Fill daily logs for CIP, cleaning, downtime, and related records.

Skills

Machine operation

Forklift experience

Netsuite basics

Daily log documentation

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

NetSuite

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Packaging Operator - Second Shift, CTJob DescriptionPackaging Operator ILast Updated: 06/2026Notice to California Residents: Please review the California Employee and Applicant Privacy Policy prior to submitting your applicationAt Athletic Brewing, we are on a mission to revolutionize the beer industry, and we are doing it with a team of doers. We move quickly, we hold a high bar, and we reward performance. We are a company of hard workers and dedicated professionals who take ownership, drive results, and want their impact to be visible.We believe in merit, accountability, and earning opportunities through contribution. High performers grow here. If you are motivated by building, improving, and winning as a team, you will thrive at Athletic.Through our products and our people, we believe we can positively impact health, activity, and opportunity in our communities. We actively seek representation from diverse backgrounds and experiences and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve.Job Responsibilities:Basic ability to package product into cans or kegs following all standard operating procedures, while also being able to complete production adjustments based on the changing needs of the business.Able to master basic operations of each machine station including starting and stopping machines, station setup, how to change a date code, proper placement of trays, where to put glue in, and packaging into machinery.Monitor basic operations of packaging line machinery by shadowing Operator 2+Able to be trained to perform basic forklift operationsCommunicate with management and other packaging team members on the status of packaging.Collect and submit pallet tags for cans, lids, and other packaging materials.Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment following OSHA and GMPs.Familiarize with product and attend sensory pannels/off flavor training.Basic ability to navigate Netsuite - builds pallet. print pallet tags, etc.Fills out daily packaging forms to update daily logs for CIPs, Cleaning, Downtime, etc.Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.Desired Experience/ TraitsWho You Are:Personal curiosity in improving skills.Strong time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, listening, critical thinking, verbal and written communication skills.Honest, Dependable, high integrity, team player, and passionate.Skills and Experience:Previous manufacturing experience a plus.Previous forklift experience preferred.Basic computer skills - Word, Excel, email, NetSuite a plus.High school diploma or GED required.Job Details:Location: Milford, CTSchedule: Monday - Friday from 3:30 pm - 12 amSalary: Commensurate with experience - Base salary and opportunities for performance bonuses. Hourly rate $23/hr . Shift Differential from 11 pm - 5 am - $6/hrBenefits: Company Paid health, vision, dental, life, 401k with 5% company match, and Paid Parental LeaveCommunity Program/Professional Development: In addition to Vacation and Sick Leave, all team members receive 12 paid days per year to dedicate to volunteering or professional development activities.We value internal mobility and team equityWe are an equal opportunity employer – we thrive when we champion diversity and inclusion. We are welcoming, respectful, and supportive at work and in our community.We encourage and welcome members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply.Physical Demands:The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move more than 55 pounds without assistance. This job’s specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.