CO-PACKING OPERATIONS TECHNICIAN - Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
Chico, CA 95926
About the Job
Get to Know Us
Ken Grossman started Sierra Nevada in 1980 with a hand-built brewhouse and the odds stacked against him. That passion forever changed the course of American craft brewing and launched a beer revolution that's in full force today. Turns out, good beer can do a lot of good, and Sierra Nevada became a cornerstone for both its innovation and its care for the Earth and its people. We’re committed to advancing a culture of inclusion and believe diversity in all its forms makes us stronger. We keep pushing boundaries, whether that’s in the brewhouse, with sustainability, or in the great outdoors.
Get to Know This Role
Reporting to the Co-Pack Operations Manager, the Co-pack Operations Technician follows standard operating procedures (SOPs) and ensures all products meet quality standards. The Co-pack Operations Technician is fully proficient within co-pack operation area (Batch/Blending, Packaging, Digital Can Printing, and Sanitation) using their comprehensive knowledge and manufacturing skills to cover daily production needs and makes recommendations for process deviations and/or efficiencies. 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.
What's In It For You
We’re committed to our employees and work hard to prove it. For starters, we’re offering $21.09 to $32.58 hourly compensation for this role. Individual offers are based on skills, experience, and qualifications, and geographical location.
But base pay is just the beginning. We support your future by offering a generous 10% company match on 401(k) contributions, providing learning and development opportunities, and fostering your safety at work with ongoing trainings, state-of-the-art equipment, and preventative care. We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, an onsite medical clinic, as well as mental health and well-being benefits including paid sick leave. We foster a culture of work-life balance and always encourage employees to use and enjoy their generous paid time off.
But base pay is just the beginning. We support your future by offering a generous 10% company match on 401(k) contributions, providing learning and development opportunities, and fostering your safety at work with ongoing trainings, state-of-the-art equipment, and preventative care. We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, an onsite medical clinic, as well as mental health and well-being benefits including paid sick leave. We foster a culture of work-life balance and always encourage employees to use and enjoy their generous paid time off.
What You Will Do
- Proficient in all SOPs and best practices for co-pack operation area (Batch/Blending, Packaging, Digital Can Printing, and Sanitation), completes documentation of check sheets, consistently works in a safe and efficient manner, and evaluates and recommends process improvements or SOP revisions.
- Proficient in CIP of fillers, vessels, tanks, process lines, fermenters, centrifuges, filters and yeast brinks including assembly and disassembly of process lines, loops, and vessel entry for manual cleaning. Mixes and uses chemicals safely in accordance with OSHA and SNBC standards; trained in confined space.
- Proficient in use of all process automation systems to control production and cleaning processes, monitor product movement and instrumentation readings, detect problems and troubleshoot deviations. Based on limits outlined by SOP’s, reacts to process deviations and escalates abnormalities appropriately.
- Monitors and notes variations for all process parameters: flow rates and volumes, process times and temperatures, pH levels, turbidity, density measures, and other parameter settings to ensure quality standards and product specifications are being met at all times.
- Proficient in utilizing inventory control software (Phoenix WMS and Switchboard) for material receiving, data entry and lot tracking for FIFO and traceability programs; Stage materials in accordance with inventory management practices and prepare for brewing according to set recipes and schedules.
- Maintain an organized, sanitary, and safe work area in accordance with 5S and GMP; performs routine GMP audits and reports findings.
- Ensures proper performance of equipment on shift; performs maintenance and troubleshooting of process equipment & makes mechanical adjustments as needed; escalates maintenance issues using the work order system when repairs cannot be made immediately.
- Frequently communicates and works collaboratively with other co-pack team members as well as supporting production teams (Quality, Packaging, Maintenance, etc.) regarding status of co-pack processes and as necessary to progress production objectives.
Please Apply if You Have
- 1 year Production Brewing experience preferred and
- 2 years 2 years Experience in a consumer-packaged manufacturing environment required and
- 3 years 3 years Experience in a consumer-packaged manufacturing environment preferred
- Basic Mechanical Repair Experience preferred
- Proficient with MS365 Office suite in addition to a CMMS for creation and completion of Work Orders
- Ability to work independently to quickly assess the status of operations and troubleshoot processes is strongly desired
- Proven track record demonstrating comprehensive understanding of raw materials handling, batch/blending operations, filling operations, packaging
- operations, digital can printing procedures
- Comprehensive understanding of COP, CIP, sanitation and sterilization techniques
- Understanding of specific beverage process terminologies as well as basic understanding of math, physics, chemistry, microbiology, mechanical and computer skills
- A demonstrated ability to work with automated processes interface, as well as manual brewery operations is essential
- A demonstrated ability to maintain a strong attention to detail while managing multiple, simultaneous tasks is essential
- A demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and coordinate tasks in a cross-functional, cross-departmental team environment
- A demonstrated ability to work unsupervised, identify abnormalities, and make routine decisions
- Forklift Certification within 90 Days required
- Narrow Isle Lift Certification within 90 Days required
- Scissor Lift Certification within 90 Days required
- Boom Lift Certification within 90 Days required
- Cart Caddy Certification within 90 Days required
Additional Requirements to Consider Before Applying
- You must be at least 21 years of age to perform the duties of this position for Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
- Selected candidate must pass a pre-employment, post offer background check.
- Candidate must be able to work 2nd shift (1 PM - 9:30 PM)
Before applying for this role, please review the full job description, including the physical demands and working environment: https://sierranevada.jdxpert.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=2&id=3365
** This position will remain open until filled; online applications will be reviewed weekly **
Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Source : Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
