Packaging Specialist - 1st Shift, Milwaukee - Energetic Workplace

Pilot Project Brewing is looking to bring on second shift packaging specialists to join our Milwaukee brewing team. Packaging Specialists play a critical role in the process of supporting Pilot Project and its Brand’s products reaching the eager public. This role works in both the canning and keg lines as the final product is packaged and organized into its final distribution form across kegs, 4/6 packs, cartons, or any of the other multitude of options we package at Pilot Project. This role is mechanically inclined and requires an understanding how conveyors, gears, and other production machinery operate as a baseline part of the position. An understanding of quality control and ability to document and perform audits during the run is a necessity. This is a non-exempt, hourly position with specific duties that change daily, depending on the needs of the brewery.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in and around the packaging lines
• Learn, follow, and carry out Standard Operating Procedures for the packaging line conveyance, air dryer, labeling machine, cartoner, Paktech machine, tray packer, and palletizer
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance when required and a full review and mechanical once-over one day per week
• Perform seam checks and oxygen checks throughout the run to assure quality packaging consistent with Pilot Project and industry standards
• Work in conjunction with our logistics crew members to stage products efficiently and in a logical manner for ease of conveyance into retail
• Maintain detailed record keeping
• Package product in kegs across all industry sizes
• Operate of our KHS Innokeg CombiKeg
• Proactively perform other varied operational and brewery related tasks as necessary

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 2 years of experience on a canning or bottling line. Experience should include beverage or food industry, specifically with fillers, labelers, packers and sealers
• Mechanical knowledge of proper use of tools and machinery
• An aptitude for troubleshooting basic mechanical & electrical systems and proactive mechanical maintenance
• Ability to remain on your feet for the entire shift
• Punctual to start every day with flexible finishing times
• Maintain a high standard for quality, attention to detail and cleanliness.
• Ability to work under pressure and under deadlines.
• Comfort with flexible daily working schedules with occasional late nights and weekend work

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• Lift 50-60 lbs, must regularly lift and/or move up to 10lbs throughout shift
• Climb ladders up to 20 feet.
• Operate fork truck for long periods of time.
• Safely bend at knees to lift objects and stoop, kneel, and crouch.
• Frequently duck under conveyors/equipment.
• Climb stairs multiple times during a shift.
• Wear required Personal Protective Equipment.
• Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, the ability to adjust focus and the ability to see color; either with or without accommodation.
• The ability to work in loud, wet, cold, hot, indoor and outdoor environments frequently.

EXTRAS:

• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision following 90 days of employment
• 401(k) following 1 year of employment
• PTO Package
• Employee discounts on food, drink and gear
• Employee only events
• Competitive wages
• Awesome working environment where initiative and ownership is rewarded
• Industry education allowances

Interested candidates should email [email protected] with a resume and brief cover letter.

Thanks!

Pilot Project Brewing Team