The Packaging Operator is responsible for ensuring efficient and safe machine operation, producing high quality product and finish product packaging, inspecting equipment, and performing preventative maintenance; completing paperwork and data entry; assisting in packaging area and cross-training on other machine operation duties keeping production area clean and orderly. This individual will be regularly communicating with other operators, quality techs, and the area supervisor to ensure the process runs smoothly.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operating state of the art equipment that processes and packages beverages in both cans and bottles.
• Works with others to produce quality products that meet our customer's needs.
• Troubleshooting equipment and working with others to come up with ways to drive inefficiencies out of the manufacturing process.
• Changing over and adjusting equipment between production runs.
• Responsible to accurately create and consume inventory in an inventory management system
• Operating a forklift or pallet jack to move pallets of raw material.
• Sanitation of the plant and equipment.
• Assisting with performing quality checks on the products.
• Keep area clean and organized.
• Attend production meetings.
• Complete necessary paperwork.
• Troubleshoot and communicate issues that occur with the process or equipment.
• Utilize computer skills to work in the ERP system and other necessary programs.
• Assist in other parts of the facility as needed.
• Responsible for following food safety/regulatory policies and procedures, executing responsibilities as identified in standard operating procedures, and reporting food safety/regulatory concerns to the Production or Quality Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Self-directed and personally motivated.
• The ability to read, write and understand English is required.
• Attention to detail.
• Able to be adaptable and work in a fast-paced environment while focusing on meeting or exceeding customer expectations.
• Good team player able to work well with others and contribute to a positive work environment.
• Good attendance and performance track record.
• Able to effectively time manage and prioritize job functions.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• 3+ years food production and/or machine operating experience
• Good knowledge of and/or passion for learning about coffee manufacturing
• Strong general mechanical abilities and troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of food safety and food quality standards
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• High School diploma or GED preferred. Post-secondary education is a plus.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, and bending throughout the shift. The employees must frequently lift and/or move items up to and including sixty (60) pounds. Employee will need to be able to lift bags above waist level on regular basis. Specific vision abilities required by this job are close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. This employee may occasionally have to operate business machinery. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Mental demands include multi-tasking, decision making, problem solving, comparing, copying, computing, compiling, analyzing, coordinating, and synthesizing data.

HOURS AND PAY:

Positions are available on multiple shifts (2-2-3 schedule, 6a-6p or 6p-6a) at our Neenah, Wisconsin facility. We offer competitive base pay rate and comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees.

SAFETY STATEMENT:

At Horseshoe Beverage Co. safety is every employee's first responsibility. We expect all employees to adhere to all safety practices, have the moral courage to stop other individuals from performing unsafe acts, and immediately report unsafe conditions.

DISCLOSURES:

• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
• Horseshoe Beverage Co. is a Drug Free Workplace.Applicants are subject to a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment.
• All applicants are subject to a background check as a condition of employment.
• EEO/AA including Vets and Disabled
• If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

HORSESHOE BEVERAGE COMPANY, headquartered in Neenah, WI, is a leading ready-to-drink beverage manufacturer focused on providing consumers with an outstanding beverage experience wherever, whenever. Leveraging industry-leading talent, state-of-the-art equipment, and our vertically integrated supply chain, we strive to be at the forefront of beverage innovation each day and deliver the highest quality beverages to our customers first. Today, Horseshoe offers a variety of nutritional, tea, and coffeehouse-inspired beverages within the following brands: Black Stag, Victor Allen, Rebel, as well as private label and contract manufacturing capabilities for our customers. Learn more at horseshoebeverage.com.

The people of Horseshoe come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm, and a promise to enhance the beverage experiences of millions of people. We invite you to explore opportunities atHorseshoe, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer,Horseshoe welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.