PACKAGING OPERATOR MECHANIC 1

Summary: Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. is a pioneer in American craft brewing, committed to sustainability and innovation. The Packaging Operator Mechanic will operate and maintain packaging equipment, collaborate with various teams, and ensure production meets quality and safety standards. Responsibilities: - Performs all routine work for their work area (bottle line, can line, keg line, variety pack line), such as start-ups, shut-downs, changeovers, troubleshooting, preventative and corrective maintenance, lubrication, and cleaning - Cleans production equipment, work areas, or other parts of the facility to maintain food plant sanitation standards - Conducts and completes PMs or corrective work orders and address issues as they arise for repairs, inspections, troubleshooting, interacts with maintenance technicians, engineers, and/or OEM technical support - Performs advanced equipment inspections, in-depth troubleshooting, high-level adjustments, complex repairs and maintenance of equipment - Works cross-functionally across departments as needed, including but not limited to: Warehouse – to stage material, move material, support keg line, Quality – to perform quality checks on production samples, and respond to supplier-related concerns, Brewing – for tank releases, line push-outs, and Brewery Support – for housekeeping and recycling programs - Works alongside Maintenance Technicians during times of planned downtime for cross training and technical training - Promotes information sharing, supports SOP development, and teaches technical processes in their area of expertise to fellow team members - Reads and understands P&IDs, SOPs, technical drawings, equipment cut sheets, and manufacturer-provided documentation - Identifies and recommends solutions for improvements to equipment SOPs, PMs and operational best practices - Performs other duties and responsibilities as required Required Qualifications: - 1 year Experience in a production, industrial, or mechanical setting required - Technical studies or training related to the role such as: production or packaging science, mechanical systems, engineering, mechatronics, machining, and electronics required - Strong interpersonal and communication skills - Ability to collaborate with peers and cross-functional teams, and a continuous drive for results are essential - Must have the ability to appropriately and accurately relay packaging related information for teaching others and for pass downs - Must be self-motivated with the demonstrated ability to take ownership and initiative to perform tasks beyond assignment-specific duties - The ability to grasp technical material quickly is essential - Must understand equipment automation functions and be familiar with PLCs or other automated control systems - Has an advanced understanding of brewery processes and operating equipment on a high-speed packaging line - Can proficiently use hand tools (Allen wrenches, screw drivers, sockets/wrenches, etc.) - Strong attention to detail and eye for package quality is essential - Ability to learn on-the-job Required Skills: Packaging equipment operation, Preventative and corrective maintenance, Equipment troubleshooting, Reading P&IDs and technical drawings, Use of hand tools, PLCs and automated control systems, Brewery process knowledge, Mechanical systems, Mechatronics, Machining, Electronics Benefits: 10% company match on 401(k) contributions, Learning and development opportunities, Ongoing trainings, State-of-the-art equipment, Preventative care, Medical, dental, and vision insurance, Onsite medical clinic, Mental health and well-being benefits including paid sick leave, Generous paid time off, 15% shift differential for 3rd shift (10:00pm-6:30am)