What are the responsibilities and job description for the Packaging Tech/Cellar Support position at Outer Range Brewing Co.?
The Packaging Technician/Cellar support position is Full-Time and will report directly to the Packaging Manager and Lead Brewer. The primary responsibilities will be the daily packaging operations of filling beer into bottles, cans, and kegs. Operations of the CODI canning line as well as the cleaning and sanitization of packaging areas and other machinery. Secondary responsibilities would include being a Cellarman. This would include CIP and sanitizing fermentation and conditioning tanks, operating a centrifuge, transferring final beer product in a sanitized manner to the serving tanks.
Description
OUTER RANGE BREWING CO.
JOB TITLE
Packaging Tech/Cellar Support
SALARY / HOURLY
$22-$24/hr
LOCATION / BASE
182 Lusher Ct. Frisco, Colorado
DEPARTMENT
Production
REPORTS TO
Packaging Manager, Lead Brewer, Lead Cellarman
DIRECT REPORTS
None
Work hours are Mon to Thu, 10h a day.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Packaging Tech Duties and Responsibilities (Primary):
- Operate canning line as per SOPs provided:
- CIP and Sanitizing can filler
- Canning line Maintenance
- Normal canning procedures to ensure highest quality fills, straight labels, clean cans, etc. resulting in superior finished product.
- Replace labels when they run out
- Correct can and lid jams
- Stack and wrap cases and kegs of beer onto a pallet and moved into cold storage for distribution/taproom
- Assist in loading and unloading beer and other items on and off semi trucks regularly using the on-site forklift
- Operate a forklift/electric pallet jack safely to load and unload trucks.
- Load/unload and help maintain an organized cold storage room
- Quality Checks
- Checking carbonation and DO levels in the Brite tank before packaging
- Ensure packaged beer are not “low fills”
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Ensure seams of cans are not leaking
- Use standard practices to regularly check seam measurements and make necessary adjustments
Labels are straight with no air bubbles
Ability to troubleshoot issues with the labeling device
- Kegs
- CIP and Sanitize keg filling station
- Fill Kegs according to daily requirements
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Wash and clean kegs shells
- Troubleshoot issues with the keg washer and replace detergent and sanitizer chemicals on the machine at the right time
Cellar Duties and Responsibilities (Secondary):
- Check with the Lead Brewer or Cellar Manager and the daily to-do Cellar list
- CIP and Sanitize fermentation vessels and brite tanks as written out in provided SOPs.
- CIP,Sanitize, and operate centrifuge in accordance with the SOP and recipe specifications.
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Perform Quality
- Cellar operators MUST use Cbox to check DO levels of the brite tank prior to the transfer.
- Cellar operators MUST use Cbox to check carbonation levels pre and post transfer.
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Maintain a clean cellar.
- This includes tri-clamps, gaskets, hoses must be cleaned and put away
- Fermenters, Brites, and Floors will be cleaned on a regular basis
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
(who/which departments are you speaking with on a regular basis and to what extent)
This person must frequently be in contact with the Packaging Manager and Lead Brewer, and assist him in any way necessary to make sure the canning run goes as smoothly as possible. He/she MUST check in with the Packaging Manager and then the Lead Brewer at the end of every day to receive confirmation that the day’s work is finished and everything has been completed as necessary and to a high standard.
Packaging Manager (1st communication)
- Communication with the Packaging Manager and Lead Brewer regarding any issues or concerns that may arise during the daily workflow
Cellar Manager/Lead Brewer (2nd communication)
- Cellarman must communicate with the cellar manager or Lead Brewer about daily responsibilities and task prioritization when employee is working the cellar.
- If there are any issues with the centrifuge, pumps, tanks, C02 lines, air lines, etc. these must be communicated to the cellar manager/Lead Brewer immediately, so a plan can be made to make the repair. Communication about chemicals in stock is necessary so that we do not run out of important cleaning chemicals.
PHYSICAL EFFORT
This is a physically strenuous role. Must be comfortable working long hours on foot and able to lift up to 50 lbs alone and 160 lbs with help.
THE WORKPLACE
At Outer Range Brewing, we value our customers and want them to be able to leave the life below. This means our environment will be a place of good vibes, relaxation, and fun times. That said, it is still a fast paced environment with many time sensitive activities constantly running in the background, to achieve a seemingly calm experience on the front end. Be prepared to experience both sides of the dynamic, and to keep a positive and professional attitude as you are an example to your surrounding team members.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Outer Range Brewing Co. is committed to eliminate racism, sexism and all forms of discrimination. Outer Range Brewing Co. will not discriminate on grounds of age, color, disability, ethnic origin, gender, gender reassignment, culture, health status, marital status, social or economic status, nationality or national origins, race, religious beliefs, or non beliefs, responsibility for dependants, sexuality, trade union membership or hours of work. It is required of all employees to uphold this policy in the course of their employment with Outer Range Brewing Co. and whilst undertaking their duties.
HEALTH AND SAFETY AT WORK
In accordance with the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1992 (as amended) and other relevant Health and Safety legislation, you have a duty to take responsible care to avoid injury to yourself and to others by your work activities, and to co-operate with the organization and others in meeting statutory requirements.
CONFIDENTIALITY
Maintains confidentiality when dealing with sensitive material and information, but will encourage people to be open and raise concerns so they can be handled appropriately.
DATA PROTECTION
All staff must be aware of the Data Protection Act 1998 and the Human Rights Act 1998. The protection of data about individuals is a requirement of the law and if any employee is found to have permitted unauthorized disclosure, the organization and the individual may be prosecuted. Disciplinary action will be taken for any breach.
MOBILITY / FLEXIBILITY
Your normal place of work will be 182 Lusher Ct. Frisco Colorado 80443, but as a term of your employment you may be required to work from any of the organization's establishments depending on where events take place. Outer Range Brewing Co. has company cars and transportation will always be available to the team for events when necessary.
NO SMOKING POLICY
Outer Range Brewing Co. operates a smoke free policy which means that smoking is not allowed anywhere on company sites including buildings, car parks and entrances.
Salary
$22 - $24 per hour
Salary : $22 - $24
