What are the responsibilities and job description for the Packaging Associate position at City Brewing Co?
City Brewing Company – Who We Are
With our roots in La Crosse, WI, we are proud to be North America’s largest co-packager of alcoholic beverages with four locations across the United States. Through our focuses on Safety throughout our facilities, Quality of products produced for our customers, Communication at all levels, Growth of not just our locations but also of our employees in their careers, and Performance with our ability to meet deadlines and goals for ourselves and our customers, we pride ourselves on the brand we have created and continue to grow.
Job Summary
We are currently seeking immediate applicants for positions in the Packaging Department. Our Packaging Associates operate machinery on packaging production lines with the objective of producing the best quality product as efficiently as possible.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Responsible for machine operation on a high-speed packaging line
- Comply with all work and safety rules, including wearing of personal protect equipment (i.e. safety glasses, gloves, hat and hairnet, beard net, goggles, rubber boots, composite or steel toe work boots).
- Be able to work all scheduled hours, any and all shifts, and work required weekend and daily overtime.
- Work with and/or around hazardous chemicals (i.e. caustics, acids, ammonia) with personal protection equipment, and on-site training.
- Maintain a high standard of personal hygiene, health standards, and sanitation as mandated by FDA regulations, Department of Agriculture, and other regulatory agencies - municipal, state, and federal.
- Be able to read work orders, machinery, and equipment controls for operation, and operate a computer.
- Have mathematical ability for inventories and record keeping.
- Be able to operate and maneuver high pressure air and water hoses (hot and cold) for cleaning machinery and floors.
- Follow all good manufacturing practices and food safety rules including ones specific for the job function.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must be able to lift, carry, drag, push & pull up to 50lbs. hold a high school diploma, GED, or HSED. Must pass a post-offer drug screen, functional capacity exam & background check. Must be able to effectively read, write & speak English.
Benefits/Compensation
This position offers an excellent wage and benefit package; including health, vision, dental, short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, annual wellness reimbursement and a generous 401K contribution and match.
City Brewery is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all applicants will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status or any other status protected by law.