What are the responsibilities and job description for the Packaging Technician position at Aslin Beer Company?
JOB TITLE: Packaging Technician
LOCATION: Aslin Beer Company - Alexandria, VA
FLSA POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Hourly Non-Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for the setup, packaged product handling, and cleanup for all packaging operations. We are seeking a motivated and well organized professional whose dedication and initiative will help propel the company to achieve its most important goals.
THE RIGHT CANDIDATE WILL:
- Have the ability to work in an alcohol production environment without abusing it
- Possess a team-first attitude and understand the need to be a self-starter
- Have basic mechanical skills and the ability to operate applicable machinery, and forklifts
- Maintain production and task organization
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Willingness to assist with tasks outside key responsibilities
- Communicate efficiently and effectively with team
- Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment
- Above all... results-driven, respectful, careful, and honest
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO):
- Assisting packaging operations including canning, keg filling, and occasionally bottling
- Setup and cleanup of packaging supplies and areas
- Cleaning kegs
- Building pallets with packaged product as it comes off of the filling line
- Troubleshooting equipment failures with other packaging team members
- Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized packaging area
- Testing carbonation and dissolved oxygen using an Anton Paar CboxQC at-line meter
- Testing dissolved oxygen in cans using an Anton Paar PFD piercing unit and CboxQC at-line meter
- Assisting in operation of a Meheen bottling line when necessary
- Maintaining accurate records
- Upholding established quality parameters
- Following established standard operating procedures
- Inspecting product and package quality with great attention to detail
- Possessing a willingness to learn, take direction, and work collaboratively
REQUIREMENTS:
- Brewery or similar experience is preferred but not required
- Understanding of physical requirements of this position
- Must be neat and understand cleaning and organization is paramount
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to work at a fast pace and remain on feet for long periods
- Ability to frequently reach out with hands and arms as well as stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds employing traditional lifting methods
- Ability to be frequently exposed to wet conditions and work in extreme cold and heat
- Ability to safely handle chemicals
- Ability to work near moving mechanical parts
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
- Compensation is based on experience and performance, with a range of $15.00 to $18.00/hour
- Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits after 90-day eligibility period
- 401K with match after 1 year service
- Paid Time Off after 90-day eligibility period
- Employee Assistance Program
- Monthly gift card to pay for food, merchandise, and beer
- Free, weekly take home beer and 2 free shift beers
- Possible performance and referral bonuses
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $18