It is an exciting time at Fortress Nutrition! As we continue to grow rapidly, we are expanding our high-speed canning/beverage and dry powder production capabilities. We offer competitive pay rates and opportunities for career growth within our organization. If you have a passion for the food & beverage industry and enjoy working in a dynamic, fast-paced production environment, we strongly encourage you to apply today!

Job Summary: Working as part of the Canning/Beverage Operations team and under the supervision of the Beverage Manufacturing Manager, the Canning Line Operator is responsible for operating the high-speed canning/beverage production line equipment and creating, producing, and packaging products while collaborating with their team of peers.

Standard Schedule: Saturday's only, 6:00pm-6:30am

Training will take place for 2 weeks, Monday/Wednesday/Friday, on shift of choice

1st shift; 6:00am-2:30pm

2nd shift; 2:00pm-10:30pm

3rd shift; 10:00pm-6:30am

What You Will Do:

• Set-up, operate and maintain all packaging equipment, including filling, seaming, and packing equipment to ensure quality and efficiency of product output.
• Troubleshoot issues as they arise on any of our high-speed canning machinery, which includes filling, seaming, and packing.
• Responsible for documenting all canning line and repack QA checks for accuracy.
• Notify Maintenance Technician of equipment and other mechanical issues and necessary repairs as they arise.
• Safely, efficiently and effectively work to attain department and company goals and objectives.
• Adhere to safe work practices, follow GMPs and maintain sanitary conditions to ensure that equipment and product quality is maintained at all times.
• Perform all duties with strict attention-to-detail to ensure product is packaged properly and efficiently, meeting all client requirements and standards.
• Perform physical inventory of packaging materials; notify supervision of needs in a timely manner.
• Communicate all production-related concerns and matters to the Shift Supervisor in a timely manner.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For:

• HS Diploma or equivalent is required
• 1-year experience in food or beverage manufacturing is strongly preferred
• Previous experience working in a bottling and canning facility is preferred
• Ability to work overtime and some weekends to support business need
• Must be punctual and reliable, and work with a sense of urgency
• Ability to solve problems and work both independently and collaboratively with others
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal; able to properly communicate within a team environment
• Must be able to work in and foster a team-oriented “Safety First” environment
• Frequently required to stand; walk; talk or hear; reach above shoulders; use hands to finger, handle, grasp, pinch or touch objects, controls, tools or equipment; kneel, crouch and use foot/feet to operate machinery
• Occasionally required to lift, carry, move, push or pull materials, product or equipment up to 50 pounds; bend at the waist; climb or balance
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time, up to ten (10) or more hours in a single shift

Why Fortress Nutrition – Check out our Benefits & Perks!!

• Paid Time Off (PTO) Package
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Double Time Pay For 50 Hours Per Week!
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• HSA Plan Option with Quarterly Company Contribution
• Company Paid Life & AD&D Insurance & Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(K) Plan with Company Match & Aggressive ROI
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• $1,000 Referral Bonus – Uncapped!
• $1,000 Sign on Bonus
• …and more!!!

To apply for this position, please email your resume directly to careers@fortressllc.com.

Fortress Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 12 per week

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• Weekends only

Work Location: In person