Packaging Technician

Reports ToPackaging ManagerAbout UsIt takes characters to brew beer with character, and we at Ska Brewing Co. have been doing that since 1995. Our award-winning craft brewing roots are firmly planted in Durango, Colorado, where we work hard and play harder. Our community-minded organization does all it can to give back to the town we love.About the JobIn this position, you will be responsible for keeping each of our distinct craft brews flowing into cans, bottles and kegs while taking care of our world-famous barley pop. This is a fast-paced, repetitive, physically demanding position that will require availability during a variety of shifts and occasional extended hours. Wage Range $17.00-20.00/hourResponsibilitiesOperate all bottling, canning and kegging machinesBuild boxes for cans, mixed cases, and storageContinued focus on cleaning and organizingLoading/unloading of Canning components on the filling lineBuilding, unloading, and moving pallets of kegs, cans and bottles of finished productRoutine maintenance tasksCompliance with CIP standardsLight fork-lift workWrap palletsAssist with warehouse operations as necessary such as cleaning, organizing, etc.Non-Routine ResponsibilitiesAssist cellar in daily operationsAssist brewhouse in daily operationsAssist lab in daily operationsAssist Warehouse in daily operationsHelping with snow removal as neededOur Ideal CandidateMust be at least 21 years of ageHigh School Diploma or equivalentHas a strong focus on quality, safety and efficiencyMust be able to lift at least 35 pounds, and maneuver 165 lb. kegs, repeatedlyMust be comfortable working on their feet, reaching over shoulders, twisting, turning, and squatting for over eight hours at a timeWorks safely with chemicals of varying compositionHas the ability to follow directions and multi-task; can shift gears quickly to new tasksWorks independently as well as in a team environmentHas strong mechanical ability with problem solving/troubleshooting skillsCan work all shifts, additional hours and weekends as necessaryHas reliable transportation and is able to consistently arrive at work on timeSka BenniesHealth, Dental, and Vision Insurance available to Full Time employees (a portion of premiums is paid by Ska Brewing Company)Paid Time Off for Full-Time and Part-Time employees401(k) with company matchEAP (Employee Assistance Program)Discounted Ski Passes to Purgatory ResortFree and/or discounted entries into local bike/running racesPaid HolidaysDining DiscountTuition Reimbursement ProgramPaid Volunteer TimeMonthly employee tab to be used on merchandise and of course... BEER!