Packaging Operator - AM Shift

Position Title: Packaging Operator

Company: Brew Dr. Kombucha

Department: Packaging

Location: Tualatin Brewery

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Reports to: Packaging Supervisor

Worker Category: Full-time

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Position Summary: As a part of the packaging team at Brew Dr. Kombucha, you will be working with other members of the team to operate the packaging lines.

Job Responsibilities:

• Load empty bottles or cans onto the packaging line safely

• Move pallets from one place to another safely

• Safely operate forklifts and electric pallet jacks

• Operate various pieces of equipment on the packaging line

• Quality Control - Constantly check for accuracy; bottled on dates/cans, expiration dates, lot numbers, label height, etc.

• Change bottle labels, ensuring accurate height and alignment.

• Lift heavy boxes of labels, bottle caps, etc.

• Assist the team and team leaders with various tasks throughout the day. Including but not limited to; routine cleaning, organizing, sanitation, etc.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Positive attitude and a team mentality

• Attention to detail

• Ability to multitask

• Ability to absorb and interpret explicit production directives throughout the day

• Good communicator

Physical Requirements:

• Be able to stand for long periods of time, 3-4 hours continuously

• Frequently lift up 50 lbs, using proper lifting techniques

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this position, the worker may be exposed to inside environmental conditions, hot fluids, pressurized vessels and transfer lines, strong odors, chemicals, noise levels above 85 decibels, confined spaces, refrigerated gases, powered industrial trucks, and moving machinery.

Other duties:

Please note this job description may not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. In addition, duties, obligations, and activities may change with or without notice.

Statement of Diversity & Inclusion:

Brew Dr. Kombucha is committed to maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace founded on respect, acceptance, and appreciation for all individuals. Fostering a positive, inclusive, and diverse workplace is critical to growth. We will strive to create an inclusive workforce that fully represents different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives. We will ensure that our employment practices support diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Mission Statement:

At Brew Dr., our mission is to explore the magic of tea to create delightful beverages. We craft quality, tasty, and functional tea beverages with thoughtful care for our people, ingredients, and the planet. We value great taste, creativity, sustainability, and transparency. We take time to do things right, and we never settle.

Proud to be a B Corp:

Brew Dr. is proud to be the first national kombucha company to become a Certified B Corporation, joining the growing number of companies using business as a force for good.

Certified B Corporations meet rigorous social and environmental performance standards, public transparency, and legal accountability to balance purpose and profit. Yet, of the 40,000+ companies who have taken the assessment, only 5% passed to become B Corps. We're proud to be in that 5%!