The Packaging Tech is charged with supplying all of our customers with packaged Portage Beer. From putting high quality beer safely into packaging, to learning the ins and outs of the mechanical systems that power our packaging team, this position plays a vital role in helping us deliver customers with the Portage product experience. More than anything, we are looking for a candidate interested in the brewing process, who proactively looks for process improvements, works hard day in and day out, and collaborates well with all staff members.

How To Apply: Email your resume and a bit about yourself to jeff@portagebeer.com and we’ll be in touch to schedule an interview.

Responsibilities:

  • Operations of canning and bottling line to meet weekly packaging requirements

  • Learning the mechanical ins and outs of our canning and bottling lines

  • Thorough cleaning and upkeep of packaging systems

  • Cleaning and filling kegs when needed

  • Helping with cleaning and maintenance projects as needed

  • Working closely with Assistant Brewer to ensure beer is packaged on-time

  • Managing quality assurance processes of packaged beer within the brewery

  • Working proactively to further educate yourself on the beer brewing process

  • Assisting occasionally at taproom events and offsite brew fests

  • Assisting occasionally during staff meetings for related production trainings

  • Practices good manufacturing processes and safe handling of chemicals

Qualifications:

  • 1-2 years of homebrewing or commercial brewery experience is preferred

  • 1-2 years of manufacturing experience is preferred

  • Ability to stay organized and manage departmental duties is required

  • Ability to adopt and use Google Suite is preferred

  • Ability to manage, write, and respond to emails is required

  • Ability to access computer or smart device is required

Compensation:

  • Hourly Pay of $17.50 Per Hour

  • Ideal start date of Monday, March 11th

  • Proposed 8-16 Hours Per Week

  • Proposed Schedule Thursdays and Fridays

  • Regular opportunities for promotions

  • Free Portage Merchandise and Beer

  • Required PPE Included

  • Paid travel and hotel accommodations when approved for travel to events

Alcohol Responsibility:

  • The candidate must fully understand that they are a representative of not only Portage Brewing Company but of the craft beer beverage industry, and all employees are to conduct themselves within the limits of the law and with concern to the education of responsible consumption. This includes alcohol consumed during working hours, trade shows, and festivals. Any poor reflection or legal matters that arise due to poor judgment may be dealt with by means of disciplinary action or termination.

Disclaimers:

  • This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks and duties

  • Employment offer subject to background check

  • Portage Brewing Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer