Lead Packaging Operator

Distillery of Modern Art is seeking a Lead Packaging Operator to serve as the on-floor lead for spirits and RTD packaging operations. This is a hands-on production role with real authority and accountability for line setup, execution, quality, and documentation during packaging runs.

This position plays a critical role in ensuring co-packing work is executed accurately, compliantly, and on schedule. It is not a desk job.

Key Responsibilities

Packaging Line Operations

• Set up, operate, CIP, tear down, and verify fillers, labelers, date coders, conveyors, and related equipment
• Execute and verify brand- and SKU-specific changeovers
• Perform line clearance and pre-run verification
• Maintain efficient line speeds while meeting quality and safety standards

Quality, Accuracy & Documentation

• Perform in-process QA/QC checks
• Complete and verify batch records, label reconciliation, yield tracking, scrap/rework logs, and downtime documentation
• Ensure lot traceability and regulatory compliance
• Immediately identify and escalate deviations or errors

Team Leadership

• Lead and direct packaging staff during runs
• Train operators on equipment operation, quality standards, and documentation
• Enforce safety, cleanliness, and operational discipline
• Serve as the first escalation point during packaging operations

Equipment & Continuous Improvement

• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting
• Coordinate larger repairs with management
• Identify recurring downtime, error sources, or inefficiencies

Logistics & Material Movement

• Operate company box truck as needed between DoMA and off-site warehouse locations
• Load, secure, unload, and verify palletized goods
• Coordinate with warehouse staff to ensure accurate transfers

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of beverage or liquid packaging experience
• Experience with fillers, labelers, and SKU changeovers
• Prior experience leading or training operators
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Proven ability to complete production documentation accurately
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a box truck
• Must be 21 years of age or older

Work Location: In person