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  • Packaging Manager - Baxter Brewing Co. - Lewiston, Maine

    Job Description

    Reports to: Director of Brewing Operations, Baxter Brewing Company
    Location: Lewiston, Maine

    Company Description:

    Located in a renovated, Civil War-era textile mill in downtown Lewiston, Maine, Baxter Brewing Company is one of the fastest-growing breweries in the North East. Baxter was the first brewery in New England to package 100% of its beer in metal containers only (kegs and 12 oz cans) and the first to brew more than 5,000 barrels of beer in our first year of business (2011); an achievement which earned us the “2011 New Brewery of the Year” nod from Bevnet Magazine. Currently, Baxter produces 6 innovative, west coast-inspired, flavorful American ales, including a line of seasonal varieties all of which engage natural flavors and ingredients and push the boundaries of their respective styles.

    Today we are on the doorstep of a 400% expansion—which will bring our overall annual capacity to 33,000 barrels—and are looking for talented, creative, passionate, and fun teammates who can help get us there. Before applying, please take a look at our company’s Core Values (seen here) and make sure you can get behind them. Thanks for considering a career with Baxter Brewing Co.

    Summary:

    The Packaging Manager supervises the packaging team to ensure all finished beer is packaged and leaves the brewery at the proper time and with the highest quality. He or she coordinates with the Director of Brewing Operations to produce the packaging schedule, and schedules the packaging team to execute it. He or she is responsible for the maintenance of all canning and kegging equipment. The Packaging Manager coordinates with the Warehouse Manager to maintain adequate inventory of cans and kegs to complete packaging operations. He or she works with the Director of Brewing Operations to maintain quality through regular lab testing.

    Primary Responsibilities:
    • Management of the packaging team including scheduling, supervision, etc.
    • Complete various packaging operations: cleaning and filling kegs, canning, testing package integrity, lab testing of packaged beer, maintain canning and kegging equipment and inventory.
    • Perform designated quality control checks at various stages of packaging process.
    • Schedule packaging team members to execute the packaging schedule as coordinated with Director of Brewing Operations.
    • Night and weekend hours may be required due to variation in production schedule and company events. Expect schedule to vary based on production needs.
    • Other duties and projects as assigned.


    Knowledge and Skills:
    • Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience
    • Problem-solving ability.
    • Ability to read, understand, and follow written instructions.
    • Management experience.
    • Excellent communication skills.
    • Minimum 5 years experience in the canning of carbonated beverages or in the packaging of beer.
    • Knowledge of brewing science - a diploma from a recognized brewing science program is preferred.
    • Experience in and understanding of laboratory testing of beer.
    • Knowledge of safe chemical handling.
    • Knowledge of safe work operations, safety policies and procedures (OSHA standards)
    • Knowledge of sanitary machinery and systems.
    • Strong mechanical aptitude.
    • Forklift certification preferred.
    • Computer proficiency (basic use of Word, Excel, and email).


    Work Environment:

    Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
    • Able to stand for long periods of time (up to 12 hours per day).
    • Able frequently to lift heavy materials (minimum 55 lb. boxes shoulder high up to 50 times daily).
    • Occasional work on tanks over 23 feet high.
    • Able to work with hazardous chemicals.
    • Handling of hazardous materials.
    • Exposure to hot fluids.
    • Exposure to pressurized vessels and transfer lines.
    • Exposure to extremely variable temperature levels.
    • Performing job with and around moving machinery.
    • Able to work safely and responsibly while alone.
    • Ability to work night shifts.


    Visual, Hearing, Dexterity & Mental Demands adequate to perform the essential functions of the job, such as all demands associated with brewing and packaging of beer.

    Directions to Apply:

    To apply for the Packaging Manager position, please email the following application materials to resume@baxterbrewing.com:
    • Resume
    • Cover letter
    • Three professional references



    Please no phone calls or in-person applications.

    The deadline to apply is February 8th, 2013. The anticipated start date for the position is mid-March.
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