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Iron Heart Canning Co.

Craft Beer Packaging Technician (Part-Time/Seasonal)

Iron Heart Canning Co., Elyria, Ohio, us, 44036

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Description This is the perfect opportunity for craft beer enthusiasts looking to get into the brewing world. Iron Heart Canning is the quality leader in mobile beverage canning, our strive for operational excellence sets us apart from the competition. With warehouses operating in 27 states, Iron Heart provides onsite canning support for breweries, wineries, and other beverage manufacturers. This is a

part-time/seasonal position

as a Canning Technician I, whose responsibilities include setting up and breaking down equipment, ensuring all Clean-In-Place procedures meet Iron Heart standards, and maintaining the flow of cans to the canning line. Iron Heart encourages all employees to learn and grow in the industry, providing onsite training and guidance along the way. Starting compensation is

$18/hr.

Packaging Technician Benefits and Compensation

$18 per hour

Paid sick time

Packaging Technician Duties/Responsibilities

Transport and set up/take down of heavy equipment in a box truck to and/from canning runs

Chemical Mixing and Sanitation Procedures

Setting up and troubleshooting equipment such as labeler and date coder

Consistent quality checks

Keeping the equipment clean and up to IHC standards

Full understanding of company policies and rules

Collaborating with the other technicians and brewery staff

Safely and efficiently operate heavy packaging machinery

Packaging machinery repair and maintenance

Mandatory lunch breaks

Packaging Technician Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Requirements Packaging Technician Required Skills/Abilities

Understanding of mechanics

Ability to learn onsite

Multitasking

Communication

You’ll need to pull 150-lb. pallets of cans, push the 800-lb. canning line into place (it is on wheels), stay on your feet for lengthy 8-12-hour shifts (federal/state law lunch breaks required), and perform other physical tasks as required.

Flexible Schedule: Every week is different, depending on the breweries scheduled. Long hours and overnight stays are common.

Hardworking: Pride in your work, self-motivation, attention to detail, and a positive attitude are all essential.

Quick Learner: There is a lot to learn as our procedures and processes are always improving.

Beer Knowledge: Home brewing or brewery experience is a big plus, as is a general appreciation for great craft beer.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent required.

4-year college degree preferred but not required

Packaging Technician Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of conditions at job sites including loud noise, high and low temperatures and small working areas.

Physical demands

Ability to continuously stand or walk

Ability to bend, squat, climb stairs and lift frequently

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally

Ability to push/pull up to 800 pounds on wheels

Ability to perform repetitive motion functions in support of canning line operations

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