Rhinegeist Brewery · 3 days ago
Packaging Technician (2nd Shift)
Rhinegeist Brewery is a regional craft brewery based in Cincinnati, Ohio, dedicated to creating inspiring beverages and memorable experiences. The Packaging Technician will be responsible for the safe and effective operation, cleaning, and maintenance of packaging equipment, while ensuring quality during the packaging processes.
Food and BeverageFood Processing
Responsibilities
Operate, maintain, and conduct basic troubleshooting of brewery packaging equipment
Perform routine quality checks to ensure high product integrity and react when failures occur
Work with Packaging Management and Maintenance to identify production issues and conduct preventative maintenance
Effectively clean and sanitize packaging equipment and surrounding areas
Maintain a tidy and organized production environment
Follow safe work practices and OSHA regulations regarding fork trucks, chemical handling,etc
Perform all other tasks as assigned by Shift Supervisors and the Manager of your department
Adhere to all department safety policies and procedures
Cold box movement and organization. “First In, First Out (FIFO)” is of the utmost importance
Build Outgoing shipments for Internal Transfers, Distributors and Taproom orders. (Tracking Dates, “FIFO” for all brands and turning in completed invoices daily)
Loading and Unloading of Distributor orders and tracking every item/pallet for the entirety of the order
Track incoming keg shells and pallets from distributors
Clean/Organize Warehouse through Whiteboard and general cleanliness needs
Scratch and Dent/Sales Sample shelves cleaned along with all cold boxes
Pallet and Dunnage retrieval daily
All other tasks as assigned
Qualification
Required
Ability to complete Forklift certification, prior experience preferred
Able to lift 20 lbs, 55lbs and 165lbs(occasionally 4 to 6 inches high)
Ability to stand for up to 8 hours
Ability to work with mechanical equipment
Be comfortable in production areas which include: automated machinery, pressure vessels, steam, hot water, and confined spaces
Self-starter with the ability to work both independently and as a team member
Strong willingness to learn and retain process knowledge from on-the-job training
Flexible schedule depending on the shift
Preferred
Experience working in an automated manufacturing process is a plus, but not necessary
Benefits
Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance
17 days of PTO
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Paid Short-Term/Long-Term Disability/Additional Life Insurance
Dependent Care – Flexible Spending Account
401k Match Offered
8 Company & 2 Personal Paid Holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Free Breakroom Snacks
Beer and Merchandise allowance
Company
Rhinegeist Brewery
Rhinegeist team knows the power of beer to bring along great people, to foster great ideas, and to create a culture that values craft beer.
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