von Trapp Brewery

Jul 27, 2023

Summary The packaging operator is responsible for running packaging equipment safely and efficiently, loading and unloading cans or kegs from the line and cleaning the general brewing area. The Packaging Operator is responsible for ensuring quality control specifications are met, controlled, and documented throughout a packaging run. Must be detail orientated and hardworking. Must be able to lift up to 55lbs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

· Ability to master all equipment including changeovers on the Canning line and the Kegger.

· Work closely with and gain a clear functional understanding of packaging machinery.

· Work closely with team and supervisor to assist in diagnosis of equipment issues.

· Knowledge of production reporting and batch records.

· Perform quality control checks on fermentation tanks

· Ability to learn quality control checks and perform the checks throughout the run.

· Ability to follow standard operating procedures.

· Perform Variety pack mixing operations as needed.

· Keep accurate daily production records per brewery requirements

· Take part in month end inventory.

· Comply with all company policies.

· Aid in training as necessary.

· Ability to communicate effectively and work well with other departments.

· Work towards meeting the department goals around efficiencies, yields, and cost.

· Attending Tastings

· Positive attitude

· Work within company-established safety standards.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies :

Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information.

Design - Demonstrates attention to detail.

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Develops alternative solutions.

Project Management - Completes projects on time and budget.

Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions.

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Accepts feedback from others.

Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions.

Cost Consciousness - Conserves organizational resources.

Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences.

Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values.

Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.

Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.

Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently; Sets goals and objectives.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.

Innovation - Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); Experience following standard operating procedures and proper use of personal protective equipment. Must have high attention to detail and ability to multitask.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Other Skills and Abilities

Other Qualifications

Due to Vermont Age Requirements for positions involved in the use of machinery, brewery employees must be at least 18 years old.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 55 pounds, and occasionally lift with assistance up to 160 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is regularly exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

Schedule:

Work Location: In person

Job Title: Packaging Operator

Company:von Trapp Brewery

Employment Type: Full Time

Compensation/Salary: $17.00 - $20.00 per Hour

Industry Sectors:Beer - General/Other Jobs

Date Posted: 8/24/2023

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