Night Shift Packaging Lead Hand

We are Parallel 49 Brewing Company, a craft brewery based in the heart of East Vancouver.  We were founded in 2012 by passionate craft beer enthusiasts and have quickly become a staple in the Canadian craft beer scene. We are looking for skilled and interesting people with great attitudes to complement our team while we remain a top employer in Vancouver and the craft beer industry. 

As a leading member of the production team, the Night Shift Packaging Lead Hand will be responsible for maintaining efficient and smooth operation of the packaging lines as close to the daily schedule as possible at Parallel 49 Brewery’s production brewery in Vancouver, BC. Responsibilities include ensuring a safe work environment, monitoring packaged products to ensure a high level of quality, training of new department members, cleaning and sanitization of the plant and equipment, upholding Parallel 49’s quality standards, and proper use of mechanical equipment.

This is a full-time night shift position, working Monday to Thursday from 9:00 PM to 7:00 AM, on a four-day, 40-hour workweek.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate which products the other production members will package according to the orders and schedule

• Hold daily huddles with the team to communicate updates, daily tasks, and delegations. 

• Oversee and ensure all daily and weekly tasks get completed 

• Establish methods to meet work schedules and coordinate work activities with other departments

• Monitors staff training, performance and provides coaching as required while on shift

• Tear-down, clean-up, set-up packaging lines

• Liaise with the maintenance department for equipment repair and maintenance

• Resolve work problems and recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality

• Train new staff in job duties and safety procedures

• Assist Supervisor in completing performance reviews, and report any employee performance, attendance or tardiness concerns to the Supervisor

• Oversee the department operation while on shift in the absence of the Supervisor

• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 1+ years of supervisory experience is required for external applicants

• 2+ years of consumer packaged goods production experience is required for external applicants

• 1+ years of forklift, power truck or narrow aisle lift experience is an asset

• Experience in a brewery setting including setting up hoses, checking carbonation, using CIP systems or any brewery packaging would be considered an asset

• Experience in the food and beverage industry preferred

• Experience Microsoft Excel is required

• Ability to work well under pressure and tight deadlines

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team 

• Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physically demanding tasks

• Good communication and interpersonal skills

• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent

Working Conditions

• Work is performed indoors

• Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 pounds

• Must be able to stand, bend and stoop for extended periods of time

• Must be able to work overnight.

Perks

• Fantastic team of people who are passionate about craft beer and sharing our brews with our community

• 60% coverage of Extended Group Benefits!

• Retirement Savings Plan employer matching up to 4%

• Employee Staff Card loaded bi-weekly with money for you to use in our Street Kitchen on food and beverage and in our retail store

• Staff discounts on food while you’re working and on days off

• We love to train our people and promote from within

Parallel 49 Brewing Company is committed to building a workplace that celebrates diversity, fosters inclusivity, and ensures equal opportunities for all team members and applicants. We are an equal-opportunity employer driven by our mission of creating great beer accessible to all. 

We value and respect differences in race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, and other dimensions of diversity. Our strong company culture supports our vision of a diverse, open, safe, and respectful workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members to talk openly, grow our understanding of others’ experiences and continue to learn how to improve our approaches.