Senior Case Packing Specialist

Benefits: 100% PPO medical, dental, and vision insurance for our employees, 50% for their dependents, paid by the Company. A cell phone stipend 401(k) match program, pet insurance, life insurance, and more. The position can be based either at DrinkPak's Headquarters (DP1) in Santa Clarita, California, or our Texas Facility (DP2) in Fort Worth, Texas.

Type: Full-time; Salaried / Exempt.

Responsibilities: Serve as the technical expert on all aspects of case packing processes and equipment with an emphasis on tray packing Provide hands-on troubleshooting support for packing-related issues to reduce downtime and product waste Define, document, and standardize packing procedures and specifications across all applicable lines Collaborate with Quality to ensure pack integrity meets all quality requirements Analyze pack teardown results and maintain regular reports for quality tracking and audits Lead and train maintenance and production teams on proper packer setup, operation, conversion, and maintenance of equipment Work with OEMs and engineering teams for upgrades, commissioning, and validation of new packers or modifications Lead rebuild activities on packers across DrinkPAK to ensure proper rebuild activities are being performed and delivering a vertical startup post rebuild Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for packer-related issues Drive continuous improvement projects focused on pack quality, equipment reliability, and productivity Stay current on industry best practices and emerging technologies in packing Travel will be required to routinely visit all DrinkPAK facilities and ensure best practices are implemented network-wide; 75% travel

Qualifications: High School Diploma required; Associate degree preferred in manufacturing, manufacturing technology, mechatronics, industrial manufacturing, manufacturing automation, or other similar manufacturing-related specialization Minimum of 5+ years of working on packers, troubleshooting, creating standard operating procedures, and training others Experience in high-speed manufacturing, bottling, beverage, packaging, or canning industries preferred Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and resolve issues across multiple departments Demonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstances Basic experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Ability to read and interpret schematics for troubleshooting: process, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic Willingness to be a technical leader and trainer for equipment group across multiple sites Safety, continuous improvement, and solutions-driven mindset. Our company's culture is guided by our shared values of Speed, Intensity, and Purpose. These values are demonstrated in the following ways based on the role within the organization. Speed: Take the initiative to promptly identify and address potential issues or opportunities. Maintain a sense of urgency in your work, completing tasks efficiently. Intensity: Remain resilient in the face of challenges and setbacks by possessing a positive attitude, persevering through obstacles, and demonstrating adaptability in your approach. Purpose: Take ownership of your responsibilities, and value the input and skill sets of your peers by working together as One PAK. DrinkPAK is the premiere manufacturer of canned beverages in North America. As producers of the largest and fastest-growing alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in the world, DrinkPAK provides full-service support for procurement, batching, processing, filling, packaging, warehousing, and distribution. Founded in 2020, DrinkPAK has revolutionized canned beverage manufacturing by offering extreme capacity and format flexibility through cutting-edge technology and a commitment to the best talent in the industry. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee frequently is required to talk and hear, in person, via video conferencing (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, etc.), and telephonically. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk and is frequently required to sit.