Warehouse & Packaging Associate

Position Summary

The Warehouse & Packaging Associate is responsible for packaging operations warehouse management and supporting daily brewery production at the Cazenovia facility. This role operates the canning line manages incoming and outgoing product movement via forklift puts away and rotates inventory based on shelf life and assists the brewing team with production tasks as needed. This is a hands-on physical role that requires reliability attention to detail and a team-first attitude.

Operate the canning line from setup through teardown ensuring equipment is running correctly and product meets quality standards

Monitor fill levels seam integrity and packaging quality throughout each canning run

Perform routine cleaning sanitation and preventive maintenance on packaging equipment

Coordinate with the brewing team on packaging schedules and production priorities

Package finished product accurately and efficiently minimizing waste and downtime

Operate a forklift to receive move stage and ship raw materials ingredients and finished goods

Unload incoming deliveries and verify shipments against purchase orders

Organize and maintain the warehouse to ensure safe efficient product flow and clear aisles

Stage finished goods for distribution and coordinate with delivery drivers and distributors

Maintain a clean safe and organized warehouse environment at all times

Follow all forklift safety protocols and OSHA guidelines

Receive and put away incoming raw materials ingredients and packaging supplies in the correct locations

Rotate all product based on shelf life ensuring older product is always pulled and used first

Identify and report any damaged expired or out-of-place product to the Head Brewer

Keep storage areas organized and clearly labeled so product is easy to locate and access

Assist the brewing team with production tasks including grain handling transfers and cleaning

Support vessel cleaning and sanitation between batches

Monitor and restock brewing supplies and packaging materials

Complete daily logs and production documentation accurately

Communicate proactively with the Head Brewer on operational issues equipment concerns or supply shortages

Valid forklift certification or ability to obtain certification prior to start (training provided)

Prior experience in a warehouse production or manufacturing environment preferred

Brewery beverage or food production experience a plus but not required

Ability to lift 55 lbs repeatedly and work in a physically demanding environment

Comfortable working in varying temperatures including cold storage

Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

Reliable punctual and committed to showing up for the team

Ability to work flexible hours including early mornings weekends or extended shifts as production demands

Meiers Creek Brewing Company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve.