Production Operators are responsible for operating and maintaining equipment on our packaging lines. This includes manual and automated operation of high-speed filling, packaging, and palletizing equipment.

Production Operators are responsible for maintaining high standards of quality in every aspect of their job. Some employees work directly with our product and will be trusted with proprietary information regarding our specifications. The ideal candidate must be dependable, responsible, and punctual. Some of our Production Operators have moved to our Cellar and then to our Brewhouse. For those who work hard and demonstrate a desire to grow and persevere through change, we would like to support your goals!

• Successfully operate packaging line equipment (canning, bottling, and kegging lines)


• Preparing products for packaging, including manual repacks as needed


• Learning and preserving Ballast Point quality standards


• Maintaining a clean and safe work environment following OSHA, 5S, and other established company guidelines


• Ability to follow instructions and meet business needs based on daily goal changes when necessary


• Performing minor preventative and troubleshooting maintenance on all machinery with regard to safety, quality, waste monitoring, recordkeeping; escalating repairs to Facilities Technicians as needed


• Supporting our Warehouse Team with moving equipment, loading, and unloading, as needed


• Cleaning, cleaning, and more cleaning!

Qualifications

• Schedule flexibility to work days, evenings, grave shift, with overtime, holiday, and weekend shifts as needed


• Some previous packaging experience is ideal, prior beverage experience is a plus


• Mechanical aptitude is preferred


• Forklift operation skills, forklift certification is preferred


• Reliable transportation to and from work is a must


• Strong oral and written communication skills


• The ability to work independently, as well as with others in a team-based setting

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• This is a full-time position requiring the ability to work at least 8 hours daily


• Ability to lift at least 20+ pounds


• Required standing for long periods of time, as well as regular walking, bending, and stooping


• Regular use of hands to handle, touch, and manipulate equipment, including reaching with hands and arms at various heights


• Willingness to work in varying temperature conditions


• Willingness to work in an industrial warehouse environment around various machinery, forklift traffic, and loud noises


• Ability to work safely with potentially hazardous chemicals

Travel

No travel is required for this position.

Other Duties

• Please note this Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable to individuals with disabilities to perform the duties of this position.