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Packaging Filler Operator Technician 1

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JOB INFORMATION

Title:

Packaging Fill Op Tech 1

Title Description:

Packaging Filler Operator Technician 1

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Reports To:

Sup, Packaging-CA

Supervises:

 

Approved Date:

11/13/2023 9:49:54 AM

Date Last Edited:

2/16/2024 1:47:37 PM

Locations:

CA Chico

Function:

Operations

Business Entity:

SNBC Chico Brewery

Cost Center:

Packaging Can Line

Employee Type:

Full Time

Age Requirement:

18+

Employee Supervisory Classification:

X

Individual Contributor

 

People Leader

POSITION SUMMARY

The Packaging Filler Operator Technician 1 is responsible for assisting in all aspects of packaging daily operations.  Reporting to the Packaging Supervisor, this position supports the packaging team to autonomously meet production demands.  The Packaging Filler Operator Technician 1 will use their advanced knowledge of Sierra Nevada's packaging processes, equipment, and standards areas to contribute to the continuous improvement of packaging systems. 


ESSENTIAL DUTIES

 

Essential Duties

Operate equipment on a high-speed packaging line; follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and complete documentation via online check sheets

 

Perform clean in place and clean out of place (CIP/COP) operations to fillers, tanks, and beer transfer lines

 

Clean production areas, equipment, work areas, or other parts of the facility to maintain food sanitation standards

 

Create SOPs as needed; evaluate and recommend practice changes for existing SOPs

 

Adjust the production and machine operation schedule as required by unexpected production, quality, or maintenance delay

 

Effectively troubleshoot equipment-related issues and other automated brewery processes; perform routine inspections, basic troubleshooting, minor adjustments, repairs and light-duty maintenance of equipment; suggest machine preventative maintenance

 

Provide training for new and existing employees, develop training documentation and ensures proper documentation of training

 

Serve as packaging liaison for GMP (good manufacturing practices) and food safety audits; ensure all food safety tasks are documented

 

Operate process control equipment and handles manual activities required to monitor and control the movement of product, conduct process quality control checks

 


Additional Responsibilities

Provide resources and direction to ensure production downtime projects are completed; assist with projects as needed

 

Communicate and works in conjunction with other departments (Quality, Brewing, Maintenance, etc.) as necessary to meet department objectives

 

Perform other duties as needed

 

This role is responsible for production and support the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Safe Quality Food (SQF) System as defined in the SQF Code. There will be Safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Food Safety and Food Security Training as required by Local, State, Federal and SNBC policies. All duties will be completed in a manner that is consistent with all aspects of Company Safety Rules, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and Safe Quality Foods (SQF). Employees shall report food safety & quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.

 


Travel Requirements

Est. Amount

Brief Description

 

No travel required


QUALIFICATIONS


Work Experience

Experience

Experience Details

Req

Pref

 

1 year

Experience in a consumer-packaged goods manufacturing environment

 

X

 


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to proactively identify and prioritize improvements that drive quality and minimize waste and inefficiency

Ability to use advanced, holistic knowledge of packaging department to continually improve processes

Demonstrated ability to operate equipment efficiently and safely

Knowledge of beverage packaging manufacturing process equipment

Competent with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.), Sight Glass, Switchboard, and MP2 (maintenance software)

Thorough understating of quality guidelines, processes, programs, and tests and the ability to make thoughtful decisions with quality in mind

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, personal accountability, collaboration with peers and cross-functional teams, and a continuous drive for results

Self-motivated with demonstrated initiative and the ability to work autonomously

Familiar with production concepts and industry-wide best practices including, but not limited to production scheduling, inventory management, line efficiency management, downtime reduction strategies, continuous improvement

Strong attention to detail and eye for package quality

Mechanical, electrical, or automation systems aptitude

Strong written, verbal, reading, listening, and comprehension skills

Exceptional coordination, prioritization, multi-tasking, and organizational skills


Licenses and Certifications

Licenses/Certifications

Licenses/Certification Details

Time Frame

Req

Pref

 

Forklift Certification

 

upon hire

 

X

 

Forklift Certification

 

within 180 Days

X

 

 


Physical Demands

Frequencies listed represent the percentage of time spent performing the task during a regularly scheduled shift

| Rarely 0-25% | Occasionally 26-50% | Frequently 51-75%  | Constantly 76-100% |


  • Sitting - Occasionally
  • Walking - Occasionally
  • Standing - Frequently
  • Bending (Waist) - Occasionally
  • Bending (Neck) - Occasionally
  • Lifting - Frequently (35)
  • Lifting Continued - Rarely (35)
  • Carrying - Rarely (35)
  • Pushing - Rarely (35)
  • Pulling - Rarely (35)
  • Squatting - Rarely
  • Climbing - Occasionally
  • Kneeling - Rarely
  • Crawling - Rarely
  • Twisting (Waist) - Occasionally
  • Twisting (Neck) - Occasionally
  • Grasping - Constantly
  • Talking - Frequently
  • Hearing - Frequently
  • Repetitive Motion - Frequently

 

 


Work Environment

Frequencies listed represent the percentage of time spent performing the task during a regularly scheduled shift

| Rarely 0-25% | Occasionally 26-50% | Frequently 51-75%  | Constantly 76-100% |


  • Indoors - Constantly
  • Outdoors - Rarely
  • Humid - Rarely
  • Work near toxic or caustic chemicals - Frequently
  • Exposure to fumes & airborne particles - Frequently
  • Working at heights of more than 6' - Occasionally
  • Exposure to extreme cold - Rarely
  • Exposure to extreme heat - Rarely
  • Exposure to wet environments - Occasionally
  • Extreme changes in temperature - Rarely
  • Work near loud noises - Constantly
  • Work near loud noises requiring ear protection - Constantly
  • Work near moving mechanical parts - Constantly
  • Risk of electrical shock - Rarely

 

 

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met and respectively encountered 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.