Packaging Shift Lead

Octopi Brewing LLC; Waunakee (WI); Sur place; USD 39 000 - 43 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life, short-term, and long-term disabl

401(k) with company match

PTO and holidays

Beer after shift

Résumé du poste

Octopi Brewing Waunakee, Wisconsin, United States is seeking a Packaging Shift Lead to run the line and supervise a 7–10 person team across bottle, can, and keg lines. You will make day-to-day decisions that keep production efficient and high quality, working closely with the Packaging Management Team.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, training, and adherence to safety and SOPs. The position is full-time, on-site, with competitive hourly pay and benefit offerings including medical,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior manufacturing experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lift 55 lbs and move 165 lbs as needed.
• Flexibility with working hours.

Responsabilités

• Lead a team of 7–10 on shift, delegating work and keeping downtime low.
• Build the weekly shift staffing schedule and handle PTO approvals.
• Confirm packaging mix and materials before every fill, and track tank status.
• Coordinate training and keep SOPs up to date so the team is trained and efficient.
• Complete daily shift and production reports, QA/QC sheets, pallet tickets, and run data.
• Work with the team to flag issues and submit maintenance work orders.
• Support CIP and preventive maintenance; jump on machines as needed.
• Lead by example on safety, SOPs, cleaning procedures, and a tidy workspace.

Connaissances

Leadership

Communication

Detail orientation

Safety awareness

Microsoft Office

Flexibility

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

Packaging Shift Lead

Octopi Brewing Waunakee, Wisconsin, United States

About this position

PACKAGING SHIFT LEAD

Lead the Line, Lead the Team — Every Can Starts With Your Shift

Full-Time

ABOUT ASAHI BEER USA / OCTOPI BREWING

Founded in 2014 as a Wisconsin contract brewery, Octopi Brewing has spent over a decade brewing and packaging beer, seltzers, RTDs, and sodas for clients nationwide. In 2024, Asahi — brewers of Asahi Super Dry — acquired Octopi, making us the U.S. production home of Super Dry. Today, our 250+ person team of beverage industry pros keeps that same local, quality-first spirit alive at a state-of-the-art facility. Our packaging lines run right alongside the cellar and brewhouse, keeping fresh product moving from tank to can around the clock.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We're looking for a Packaging Shift Lead to run the line and lead the team on shift. You'll supervise a crew of 7–10 across our bottle, can, and keg lines, make the day-to-day calls that keep production efficient and quality high, and work hand-in-hand with the Packaging Management Team.

WHAT MAKES THIS ROLE GREAT

• Real leadership of your own line and crew — scheduling, training, and day-to-day decisions are yours
• A seat alongside the Packaging Management Team, with weekly touchpoints and a voice in how we improve
• Hands-on variety — you're leading people and still stepping onto the machines when the team needs you

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead a team of 7–10 on shift, delegating work, triaging requests, and keeping downtime low
• Build the weekly shift staffing schedule and handle PTO approvals
• Confirm the right packaging mix and materials before every fill, and keep the team current on tank status
• Coordinate training and keep SOPs up to date so everyone on shift is trained and efficient
• Complete the daily shift report and production reports, including QA/QC sheets, pallet tickets, and run data
• Work with the team to flag issues and submit maintenance work orders
• Support CIPs and preventative maintenance, and jump on the machines — bottle filler, canning line, and kegger — as needed
• Lead by example on safety, SOPs, cleaning procedures, and a clean, organized workspace

WHAT YOU BRING

Must-haves:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior manufacturing experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organization, and comfort in a fast-paced environment
• Able to lift 55 lbs and move 165 lbs as needed, and to bend, stoop, and reach repeatedly
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Flexibility with working hours

Nice-to-haves:

• Brewery or beverage industry experience

BENEFITS & PERKS

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage — effective the 1st of the month after 30 days
• Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) eligible after 3 months, with company match — 100% up to 3%, 50% on the next 2%
• 120 hours of PTO annually, with accrual that grows the longer you're here
• 9 paid holidays (if they fall on your scheduled workday)
• A free beer after shift, because you earned it

CURRENTLY HIRING FOR

• 2nd Shift | Monday – Thursday | 4pm – 2am — Opening Available

Don't see your preferred shift? Check back — openings update regularly.

PAY BY SHIFT

Base rate for this role is $28.00/hr. Shifts outside of 1st shift include an additional shift differential on top of that base — never a lower starting rate, just added pay for the shift.

• 1st Shift — $28.00/hr (base rate)
• 2nd Shift — $28.00/hr base + $3.00/hr shift differential = $31.00/hr

Full-time, non-exempt

Salary Information

$28 - $31Hourly Wage