Packaging Technician

Maine Beer Company • Yarmouth, ME

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Maine Beer Company is dedicated to producing the best beer possible. We are looking for a self-motivated individual with a strong work ethic to join our Packaging Team within the Production Department to conduct daily packaging operations (bottling and kegging beer). First and foremost, the candidate must have a positive attitude and work well with others. Position is full time, typically 40+ hours per week, and based in Freeport, Maine. Full-time employees receive a benefits package including fully-paid health insurance, at least 3 weeks paid vacation, 401k and profit sharing, dental insurance, vision insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, free beer, and more!

Requirements

• Production brewery experience, particularly in the packaging discipline highly preferred, but willing to train the right candidate
• Ability to multi-task while working safely and efficiently
• Ability to follow established SOPs
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs repeatedly and work standing on concrete floors for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to work with little to no supervision
• Has excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills
• A positive attitude and willingness to help co-workers when needed
• An individual that takes initiative, is proactive and is self-motivated
• Is meticulous about sanitization, and has an appreciation for keeping things clean
• Has great attention to detail
• Schedule flexibility is a plus (e.g. able to work late when needed, able to accommodate changing/rotating schedules)

Nice To Haves

• Mechanical aptitude is a plus
• Electric pallet jack / fork lift experience a plus but willing to train the right individual

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with the packaging team to ensure that high quality standards are met in all packaging operations
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment and follow safe work practices
• Adhere to Maine Beer Company’s packaging SOPs to complete daily packaging responsibilities
• Adhere to appropriate SOPs to ensure minimal oxygen pick-up during packaging operations (e.g. capping on foam, monitoring DO during kegging, etc.)
• Perform CIP of tanks, hoses, etc.
• Assist other production personnel (warehouse, brewers and cellar operators) as needed
• Perform routine maintenance tasks of packaging equipment as needed
• Perform routine cleaning tasks of packaging equipment and work areas as needed

Benefits

• fully-paid health insurance
• at least 3 weeks paid vacation
• 401k and profit sharing
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• short and long-term disability insurance
• life insurance
• free beer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed