Packaging Manager

Packaging Lead

Oakland Park, FL

Funky Buddha Brewery, located in Oakland Park, Florida, is seeking a full-time Packaging Lead to join its growing team. Established in 2010 at its Boca Raton brewpub, Funky Buddha is known for pushing the boundaries of traditional brewing methods with culinary-inspired recipes utilizing all-natural, food-centric ingredients. Some of its best-known beers include flagships Hop Gun IPA and Floridian Hefeweizen. This fast-growing company is the first production brewery in the greater Fort Lauderdale area and the largest brewery in South Florida and is positioned for rapid expansion over the next few years.

“Where the Best Beers Are – Top 20 Brewpubs/Breweries for good beer” – USA Today

“25 Breweries to Know” – Draft Magazine

“10 Best Breweries to Visit in the South” – First We Feast

Packaging Manager

Packaging Manager is responsible for managing and participating in all aspects of packaging processes, as well as with administrative and organizational duties for this department. This employee must be a hard-working, responsible, and self-motivated individual with a passion for craft beer and a desire to continue learning and growing within the industry. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in setting up, operating, and maintaining canning lines and other filling/bottling equipment. A strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical failures are essential for this role. Process flow optimization, team management and planning are necessary skills. The candidate must be someone who leads by example in following procedure and policy, is proactive, and helps to maintain the highest standards of employee performance in the packaging department. The candidate should also be a sociable person who is comfortable occasionally representing the brewery in public. Natural leadership, integrity, loyalty, and a good sense of humor are all factors in who we hire.

Responsibilities

·      Management and leadership of packaging team

·      Successful operation of all equipment used for packaging at Funky Buddha to meet production forecasts

and demand

·      Foster a collaborative environment while setting clear priorities and managing time effectively in response to company demands

·      Configure and calibrate machinery to ensure efficient and accurate operation, minimizing loss

·      Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues promptly to minimize downtime

·      Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

·      Preserve and enhance Funky Buddha’s quality standards, including seem checks, carbonation, dissolved oxygen, fill heights, etc.

·      Overseen and assist with Clean-in-Place (CIP) on all filling equipment using automated and manual systems

·      Manage and prioritize projects, preventative maintenance, and daily equipment upkeep

·      Maintain a clean and safe work environment following OSHA and company guidelines

·      Maintain accurate records of production runs, maintenance activities, and repairs

·      Prepare reports on team and equipment performance, downtime, and any issues encountered during production

·      Work with supporting functions such as Safety, Quality, Maintenance, and Brewing to resolve production-related issues

·      Identify and implement cost-improvement opportunities through material suppliers, manufacturing, and packaging partners

·      Oversee, supervise and/or perform training for new Packaging Associates

·      Forklift operation

·      Ordering packaging materials and monitoring, recording and maintaining packaging materials inventory

·      Must always be a champion for following the rules and policies of the brewery, and must encourage this to others, both by example and vigilance

·      Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

·      Previous leadership role in high-speed manufacturing business, directly responsible for packaging line performance to include production, quality and safety

·      Strong people management skills and leadership experience with a proven track record of helping elevate a team

·      Technical knowledge and understanding of high-speed packaging equipment with strong mechanical aptitude; understanding of plumbing, electrical and other relevant trade skills

·      Flexibility with schedule as demand may from time-to-time dictate additional or different hours

·      The ability to work independently as well as with others, with proven experience in delivery against critical KPIs

·      Understanding of ERP systems, ability to process data in them

·      Solid financial aptitude and experience managing a budget.

·      Experience with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Power Point

·      A strong passion for beer and beer quality

Physical Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

·      Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl 

·      Heavy physical work including climbing stairs, climbing into tanks, pulling hoses, lifting heavy equipment, etc. 

·      Willing to work in wet, hot and cold conditions 

·      Willing to work in consistently loud environments 

·      Ability to work safely with potentially hazardous chemical

·      Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Integrity, loyalty and a good sense of humor are all factors in who we hire. 

Funky Buddha Brewery is an Equal Opportunity Employer.