Canning Line Operator

New Glory Craft Brewery is looking to hire an experienced canning line operator to join our production team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in operating and maintaining a 5-head Wild Goose canning line, ensuring quality control, minimizing downtime, and working efficiently in a fast-paced brewery environment. This is a great opportunity to be part of a passionate and fun team dedicated to producing high-quality craft beer. For consideration, please send a resume and brief cover letter letting us know why you want to work for New Glory to [email protected] 

About the position 

Title: Canning Line Operator  

Reports to: Logistics Manager 

Position Type: Full time, hourly non-exempt 

Shift: TBD 

Position summary:  The Canning Line Operator is responsible for all aspects related to packaging, conditioning, shipping, housekeeping, and any other processes required to achieve a final product ready for packaging. This person must be a hardworking, responsible, and self-motivated individual with a passion for craft beer and a desire to continue learning and growing within the industry.  

Primary Responsibilities: 

  • Operate and maintain Wild Goose canning line 
  • Operate and maintain Lambrechts Slimline Monobloc 60 keg filler 
  • Ability to lead all packaging initiatives including supervision of personnel during packaging runs 
  • Work with Brewing Team to reduce beer loss and maintain canning efficiency and product consistency 
  • Perform regular quality checks to insure proper seam specifications and accurately record data 
  • CIP the canning line and Lambrechts keg filler 
  • Recording all brewing related information from brew days from fermentation to packaging (canning & kegging) 
  • Execute preventative maintenance activities on the canning line  
  • Ensure daily, weekly, and monthly production records are filled out completely and accurately 
  • Responsible for consistent communications with Director of Brewing Operations, Head Brewer, and Packaging Manager 
  • Keep packaging areas clean and organized at all times 
  • Safe work practices and leading by example to uphold safety in all areas of the operation 
  • Load and unload trucks 
  • Packout on canning line when needed 

Desired Skills and Experience: 

  • Experience operating a canning line a HUGE PLUS 
  • A strong passion for brewing and a desire for personal growth and advancement 
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills 
  • Strong organizational skills 
  • Motivated work ethic and good critical thinking/problem solving skills 
  • Basic understanding of all aspects of brewing  
  • Flexibility in terms of hours and a willingness to work night shifts, weekends, and overtime as needed 
  • Computer literate with a good grasp of Microsoft Office applications 
  • Ability to multi-task 
  • Ability to work cohesively as part of a team 
  • Forklift operation (certification desired) 

Physical Requirements: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

  • Able to stand for prolonged periods. 
  • Able to stoop, crawl, twist, turn, lift, kneel, climb ladders and stairs. 
  • Able to manipulate valves and clamps. 
  • Able to regularly lift/carry 55 pound bags above waist level. 
  • Able to periodically and safely lift/move 165 pounds. 
  • Ability to frequently talk, hear, and smell. 

Work Environment: 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

  • The employee regularly works with hazardous materials. 
  • The employee works on wet floors and with wet equipment. 
  • The employee regularly works around high voltage, hot water, and steam. 
  • The employee works in a factory/production environment setting which may be loud, slick, humid, and hot and with wide temperature ranges. 

Our Ideal Candidate: 

  • At least 21 years of age. 
  • Valid CDL/clean driving record. 
  • Strong mechanical aptitude  
  • Strong work ethic and self-starting attitude. 
  • Ability to work unsupervised while maintaining safety and quality standards. 
  • Good time management skills. 
  • The desire to work in a fast-paced, growing company. 
  • Has a passion and demonstrated long-term commitment to the industry. 
  • Positive attitude. 
  • Team player with the ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure. 
  • Must have problem solving abilities & be able to think quickly on your feet. 
  • Ability to work a schedule of (5) full 8-hour workdays per week with the flexibility to work overtime, evenings and weekends and some holidays as dictated by the work load and staffing. 

Compensation and Benefit: 

  • Competitive compensation based on experience. 
  • Paid time off. 
  • Paid holidays. 
  • Health Benefit 
  • Beer perks. 
  • 401k after one year of employment. 

New Glory Craft Brewery is an Equal Opportunity Employer. When we have job openings, we’ll place the application links below. All resumes and cover letters will need to be sent to [email protected]

https://www.indeed.com/job/canning-line-lead-1dc06e70f0ed6fd4