Warehouse & Packaging Associate

About the role

A hands-on, physical position responsible for packaging operations, warehouse management, and supporting daily brewery production at the Cazenovia facility.

Responsibilities

• Packaging & Canning Line Operations
  • Operate the canning line from setup through teardown, ensuring equipment runs correctly and product meets quality standards
  • Monitor fill levels, seam integrity, and packaging quality throughout each canning run
  • Perform routine cleaning, sanitation, and preventive maintenance on packaging equipment
  • Coordinate with the brewing team on packaging schedules and production priorities
  • Package finished product accurately and efficiently, minimizing waste and downtime
• Warehouse Operations & Forklift
  • Operate a forklift to receive, move, stage, and ship raw materials, ingredients, and finished goods
  • Unload incoming deliveries and verify shipments against purchase orders
  • Organize and maintain the warehouse to ensure safe, efficient product flow and clear aisles
  • Stage finished goods for distribution and coordinate with delivery drivers and distributors
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment at all times
  • Follow all forklift safety protocols and OSHA guidelines
• Inventory Receiving & Rotation
  • Receive and put away incoming raw materials, ingredients, and packaging supplies in the correct locations
  • Rotate all product based on shelf life, ensuring older product is always pulled and used first
  • Identify and report any damaged, expired, or out-of-place product to the Head Brewer
  • Keep storage areas organized and clearly labeled so product is easy to locate and access
• Daily Brewery Operations Support
  • Assist the brewing team with production tasks including grain handling, transfers, and cleaning
  • Support vessel cleaning and sanitation between batches
  • Monitor and restock brewing supplies and packaging materials
  • Complete daily logs and production documentation accurately
  • Communicate proactively with the Head Brewer on operational issues, equipment concerns, or supply shortages

Requirements

• Valid forklift certification or ability to obtain certification prior to start (training provided)
• Prior experience in a warehouse, production, or manufacturing environment preferred
• Brewery, beverage, or food production experience a plus but not required
• Ability to lift 55+ lbs repeatedly and work in a physically demanding environment
• Comfortable working in varying temperatures, including cold storage
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to showing up for the team
• Ability to work flexible hours including early mornings, weekends, or extended shifts as production demands