Packaging Lead | 2nd Shift

About the Company

Asahi Beer USA is a premium beverage business headquartered in the U.S., focused on building and expanding a portfolio of super-premium brands including Asahi Super Dry and Twisted Shotz. As part of Asahi Europe & International, the global arm of Asahi Group Holdings, the U.S. team plays a strategic role in shaping the future of Asahi’s international portfolio through consumer-led innovation and agile market execution. With access to global brands, insights, and capabilities, and supported by Octopi Brewing—a leading production facility based in Wisconsin—Asahi Beer USA combines local agility with global scale to deliver high-quality, distinctive products to U.S. consumers and drive growth across the RTD and beer categories.

About the Role

The Packaging Shift Lead will supervise a team in various packaging functions, operating the bottle filler, canning line, and kegger, as well as directing CIPs and preventative maintenance. This role is responsible for managing daily operations of the assigned line, including staffing and team supervision, to ensure efficient, quality production of products. The Shift Lead will coordinate day-to-day work with the Packaging Management Team and is accountable for following safety brewery guidelines, SOPs, and cleaning procedures.

Schedule

2nd Shift: Monday–Thursday, 4:00 PM–2:00 AM

Pay

Total pay includes a $28/hour base wage plus a $3/hour 2nd shift premium ($31/hour total).

Responsibilities

• Create weekly shift staffing schedule based on vacation schedules and approve/deny PTO.
• Confirm proper packaging mix and materials (PakTechs, Crowns, Lids, Keg Collars, etc.) based on BBT volume before kegging/filling.
• Maintain an up-to-date snapshot of all BBTs to ensure fluid information transfer to the packaging team.
• Coordinate the Master Training Matrix to ensure employees are trained efficiently and designate training needs for shift employees.
• Develop and/or update SOPs for tasks associated with the master training matrix and communicate changes to the Packaging Manager.
• Create a daily shift report for the respective shift.
• Communicate maintenance issues to the team and submit work orders.
• Compile production data from each run into Excel, print reports, and deliver them to the Packaging Manager (includes QA/QC Sheet, Pallet Tickets, BBT paperwork, Packaging Run Sheet).
• Supervise a team of 7–10 individuals, ensuring daily/weekly/monthly tasks are upheld per shift.
• Delegate tasks during downtime, triage employee requests, and work to decrease downtime on the production floor.
• Assist on machines as needed and maintain a clean workspace.
• Meet with the Packaging Management Team weekly.

Requirements

• Able to complete packaging release targets, including sterile sample collection and taking O2/CO2 measurements using a Gehaltemeter or C-Box (as determined by training matrix).
• Able to drive a forklift for movement of raw goods (cans, bottles) and finished goods (cases, trays, kegs).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift 55 lbs and move 165 lbs as needed.
• Ability to bend, stoop, and reach repetitively.
• Maintain confidentiality with business-related information.
• Flexibility with working hours.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.
• Complete duties as assigned and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Follow all PPE and GMP requirements.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401k and other extra perks

About Our Team

We are looking for energetic candidates to grow with us at Asahi Beer USA. As we complete our current expansion, we will increase the output of our state-of-the-art production and brewing facilities. Qualified individuals are detail-oriented, collaborative, growth-focused, and self-motivated. Our team is a community; we are open, informal, and laid back, but also hardworking and respectful of others. You should be as well.

Offers of employment at Asahi Beer USA are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check, conducted on all final candidates as deemed necessary.