Packaging Operator I - Overnight

Job Responsibilities

• Basic ability to package product into cans or kegs following all standard operating procedures, while also being able to complete production adjustments based on the changing needs of the business.
• Able to master basic operations of each machine station, including starting and stopping machines, station setup, how to change a date code, proper placement of trays, where to put glue in, and packaging into machinery.
• Monitor basic operations of packaging line machinery by shadowing Operator 2.
• Able to be trained to perform basic forklift operations.
• Communicate with management and other packaging team members on the status of packaging.
• Collect and submit pallet tags for cans, lids, and other packaging materials.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment following OSHA and GMPs.
• Familiarize with the product and attend sensory panels/off-flavor training.
• Builds pallets, prints pallet tags, etc., using basic computer skills - Word, Excel, email, NetSuite.
• Fills out daily packaging forms to update daily logs for CIPs, Cleaning, Downtime, etc.

Desired Experience/ Traits

• Personal curiosity in improving skills.
• Strong time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, listening, critical thinking, verbal and written communication skills.
• Honest, Dependable, high integrity, team player, and passionate.

Skills And Experience

• Previous manufacturing experience a plus.
• Previous forklift experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills - Word, Excel, email, NetSuite a plus.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Job Details

• Location: Milford, CT
• Salary: Commensurate with experience - Base salary and opportunities for performance bonuses. * Hourly Rate: $23/hr. We also offer a Shift differential of $6/hr between 11 pm and 5 am
• Benefits: Company-paid health, vision, dental, life, 401k with 5% company match, and Paid Parental Leave
• Community Program: In addition to Paid Time Off, all team members receive 12 paid days per year to dedicate to volunteering activities.
• We value internal mobility and team equity.
• We are an equal opportunity employer – we thrive when we champion diversity and inclusion.
• We are welcoming, respectful, and supportive at work and in our community.
• We encourage and welcome members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move more than 55 pounds without assistance.
• This job’s specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.