Packaging Line Operator Overnight Shift

We are Parallel 49 Brewing Company, a craft brewery based in the heart of East Vancouver. We were founded in 2012 by passionate craft beer enthusiasts and have quickly become a staple in the Canadian craft beer scene. We are looking for skilled and interesting people with great attitudes to complement our team while we remain a top employer in Vancouver and the craft beer industry.
- The **Packaging Line Operator** 1 is responsible for running packaging equipment at Parallel 49 Brewing’s production brewery in Vancouver, BC. Responsibilities include ensuring a safe work environment, monitoring packaged products to ensure a high level of quality, cleaning and sanitization of the plant and equipment, upholding Parallel 49’s quality standards, and proper use of mechanical equipment.

**This is a Overnight full-time, temporary position starting in the Spring and finishing mid-August.**

**There is a set schedule for this position.**Monday - Thursday overnight - 21:00-07:00 (9PM-7AM)**

**Perks**
- Fantastic team of people who are passionate about craft beer and sharing our brews with our community- Employee Staff Card loaded bi-weekly with money for you to use in our Street Kitchen on food and beverage and in our retail store- Staff discounts on food while you’re working and on days off
- We love to train our people and promote from within

**Duties and Responsibilities**
- Ensure the safe setup, operation, and shutdown of assigned packaging machines and associated equipment- Cleaning and tidying of machines, equipment and surrounding area- Maintain clean and organized work environment and adhere to all safety protocols- Conduct online quality checks to ensure the finished product meets all product specifications for proper packaging material, net weight, seal integrity, labeling, case count and palletizing- Responsible to report all quality issues or deficiencies observed to the Team Lead and/or Supervisor- Knowledge of and compliance with all company Policies and Safety Procedures- Perform deep cleaning duties as required
- Perform other duties as required or assigned

**Qualifications**
- 1+ years of forklift, power truck or narrow aisle lift experience is an asset- Experience in a brewery setting including setting up hoses, checking carbonation, using CIP systems or any brewery packaging would be considered an asset- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail- Ability to work independently and as part of a team- Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends- Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physically demanding tasks- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience in the food and beverage industry preferred

**Working Conditions**
- Work is performed indoors- Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 pounds
- Must be able to stand, bend and stoop for extended periods of time

Parallel 49 Brewing Company is committed to building a workplace that celebrates diversity, fosters inclusivity, and ensures equal opportunities for all team members and applicants. We are an equal-opportunity employer driven by our mission of creating great beer accessible to all.

We value and respect differences in race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, and other dimensions of diversity. Our strong company culture supports our vision of a diverse, open, safe, and respectful workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members to talk openly, grow our understanding of others’ experiences and continue to learn how to improve our approaches.