Director of Packaging

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources
  

Job Title: Director of Packaging at Hendler Family Brewing Company

Reports to: Chief Production Officer

Salary Range: $100,000-$120,000/year

Description:

The Director of Packaging is a full-time, salaried position responsible for the overall packaging operations at Hendler Family Brewing. Primary focus will be placed on ensuring efficient operation of our packaging lines and associated machines while hitting all production deadlines. The Director of Packaging will be a member of the leadership team and participate in the planning, development and execution of key business objectives and infrastructure projects associated with the overall brewery’s long-term and short-term business plans.

This position will work closely with the Director of Production and Director of Engineering and Maintenance to ensure good working order of all equipment and help to streamline and optimize line efficiencies, beer quality, raw material management, and line losses. A clear vision for retooling the packaging line and understanding of product flow and packaging design will be required to update and optimize the existing infrastructure.

Essential Functions and Duties

Leadership and Management:

• Provide direct supervision to the Packaging Manager and Packaging Leads
• Foster a collaborative environment while setting clear priorities and managing time effectively in response to company demands.
• Provide leadership development opportunities for team members.
• Set and uphold a standard of accountability for team members.
• Consult as a key stakeholder in equipment purchases as well as any reimaging or repurposing of existing equipment or facility.
• Create and maintain a culture of continuous improvement.

Production & Maintenance Expertise:

• Oversee the efficient and safe operation of our packaging lines
• Identify and resolve equipment, production, package, facility or process issues in conjunction with production and engineering teams.
• Manage and prioritize projects, preventative maintenance, and daily equipment upkeep.
• Oversee the development and communication of standard operating procedures for packaging equipment.

Safety & Employee Development:

• Ensure all employees adhere to industry-standard health and safety guidelines.
• Maintain a culture of safety.
• Participate in the brewery safety committee

Qualifications:

• Minimum of ten years of relevant leadership experience
• Minimum of five years of relevant packaging experience
• Experience designing or implementing and installation of a packaging line
• Possess a strong understanding of mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and other relevant trade skills.
• Experience with engineering and project management software.
• Experience with capital management projects.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

• Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl.
• Physical work includes climbing stairs, climbing into tanks, pulling hoses, etc.
• Brewery environment:
• Conditions can run from wet, hot and cold conditions, depending on season.
• Ability to work in frequently loud environments.
• Ability/knowledge to safely work with chemicals present in the brewery. Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and lift and/or move over 50 pounds with or without assistance.
  

ABOUT US

The Hendler Family Brewing Company IS PROUDLY INDEPENDENT AND FAMILY-OWNED.

HFBCo was founded in 2011 by three brothers, Jack, Eric and Sam Hendler and is still family owned to this day. Our mission? Create high-quality products that honor tradition and the spirit of inspired innovation. With an entrepreneurial heart and a passion for people, we take pride in learning from and contributing to our vibrant community.

HFBCo is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [email protected].