Packaging Operator

About the role

The Packaging Line Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the packaging equipment, as well as the cleanliness and organization of the areas of the production floor that packaging occupies. Successful operators work with a team to transfer finished beer into cans, bottles, and/or kegs while adhering to quality procedures to ensure product is “Right the First Time.” They maximize barrels per labor hour, minimize re‑work costs, eliminate production scheduling delays, and deliver the highest possible quality product to internal and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the operation of packaging equipment, including bottling, canning, and keg line production, and product packaging.
• Assist in shipping and receiving duties as necessary.
• Clean and organize packaging areas.
• Perform CIP (clean‑in‑place) procedures on the bottling line, keg line, and can line.
• Adhere to safety standards, SOPs, and company policies, including lockout/tagout when machines are serviced.
• Follow Personal Protective Equipment requirements.
• Perform setup, changeover, and shutdown of equipment.
• Ensure equipment is well maintained, functioning properly, and perform operator‑level maintenance.
• Conduct periodic visual checks to assure the quality of the finished product in accordance with the quality checklist.
• Correct any nonconforming packaging issues and notify the packaging lead or manager.
• Assist in the repacking of product.
• Communicate with the packaging lead or manager if proper materials are unavailable or need to be reordered.
• Report maintenance or safety issues beyond an operator’s skill level to the packaging lead or manager.
• Embrace the Duvel Moortgat values: Passion, Quality, Sustainability, & Integrity.

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a forklift driver certificate (training provided).
• Ability to work with cleaning chemicals, including caustic, acid, and other hazardous materials.
• Ability to perform changeovers on the bottling line (training provided).
• Flexibility to work a variable schedule when necessary.
• Reliability to be present and ready to perform duties at the scheduled start time.
• Commitment to work ethically and with integrity.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to continuously stand or walk.
• Ability to bend, squat, climb stairs, and lift frequently.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion functions in support of bottle line operations.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Employee bonus program.
• Medical and dental insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Educational assistance.
• Parental leave.
• Additional employee perks and benefits.

Schedule

Typical hours are 7 am – 3:30 pm, with overtime required as needed.