Job Description

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Fuggles Beer Co

is looking for a detail-oriented and hardworking

Packaging Associate

to join our production team in Richmond. In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of our packaging department, specifically assisting with and running our canning and kegging lines.

?The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, quality-focused, and thrives in a fast-paced production environment. We are specifically seeking a candidate with hands-on experience operating a

Cask Global Canning System

.

?Key Responsibilities

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Canning Line Operations

?Operate and monitor the canning line to ensure consistent production flow and minimal downtime. ?Perform critical quality control checks, including seam analysis, low fills, and dissolved oxygen (DO) pick-up testing. ?Manage the depalletizer, labeler, and pack-off stations. ?Troubleshoot minor mechanical issues on the fly to maintain efficiency. ?Ensure accurate date coding and batch tracking for all packaged products.
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Kegging Operations

?Operate the keg washer and filler, ensuring all kegs are cleaned and sanitized properly prior to filling. ?Manually maneuver full and empty kegs (up to

73 kg

) safely and efficiently. ?Monitor keg fill levels and carbonation pressures.
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Warehouse & Forklift Duties

?Operate a

stand-up forklift

to move raw materials, packaging supplies, and finished goods. ?Load and unload delivery trucks as required. ?Organize the cold room and dry storage areas, maintaining accurate inventory counts.
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Cleaning & Maintenance

?Perform CIP (Clean-In-Place) and SIP (Sanitize-In-Place) procedures on all packaging equipment at the start and end of shifts. ?Maintain a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all

WorkSafeBC

regulations. ?Assist in preventative maintenance schedules for packaging machinery.
?Qualifications & Requirements

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Required:

?Ability to lift

23+ kg

repeatedly and maneuver

73 kg

kegs. ?Ability to stand, stoop, and crouch for long periods in a wet, cold, or hot environment. ?Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance. ?Reliable transportation and punctuality. ?Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
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Preferred:

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Valid Stand-Up Forklift Certification.

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Previous experience operating a Cask Canning System (ACS, SAMS, or similar models).

?Experience in a brewery, cidery, or beverage manufacturing facility. ?Basic understanding of fluid dynamics (pumps, hoses, valves) and mechanical troubleshooting.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $19.00-$25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32 - 40 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Dental care Discounted or free food Extended health care Flexible schedule On-site parking Paid time off Store discount Vision care
Work Location: In person