Application Packaging Consultant

octopi brewingMadison, WI

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Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders Packers and Packagers, Hand Production Workers, All Other

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Packaging and Labeling Services Breweries Metal Can Manufacturing

$42,900 per year

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ASAHI BEER USA | OCTOPI BREWERYScroll down to find an indepth overview of this job, and what is expected of candidates Make an application by clicking on the Apply button. Waunakee, WisconsinFrom Local Craft to Global Cans — You Seal the Deal Full-TimeABOUT ASAHI BEER USA / OCTOPI BREWING Founded in 2014 as a Wisconsin contract brewery, Octopi has spent over a decade brewing and packaging beer, seltzers, RTDs, and sodas for clients nationwide. In 2024, Asahi — brewers of Asahi Super Dry — acquired Octopi, making us the U.S. production home of Asahi Super Dry. Today, our 250+ person team of beverage industry pros keeps that same local, quality-first spirit alive at a state-of-the-art facility. Our packaging lines run right alongside the cellar and brewhouse, keeping fresh product moving from tank to can around the clock.

THE OPPORTUNITY: Every batch we brew has to get packaged, and that's where you come in. As Octopi keeps growing as the U.S. home of Asahi Super Dry, we're adding Packaging Specialists across shifts to keep our lines running strong. WHAT MAKES THIS ROLE GREAT

Work across our bottle, can, variety pack, and kegging lines — no two days look the same
A direct hand in getting our product from the brewery to shelves everywhere
Hands-on machine experience with real room to cross-train and growWHAT YOU'LL DO
Run our bottle, can, variety pack, and kegging lines — including changeovers, CIP, and routine maintenance
Confirm the right packaging mix and volume before every fill
Log packaging run data and catch process hiccups before they become bigger problems
Pull samples and take measurements to keep quality on track
Safely operate a forklift to keep product moving between production and storageWHAT YOU BRING

Must-haves:

High school diploma
Comfortable standing for 8+ hours in a fast-paced production environment
Able to lift 55 lbs and move 165 lbs as needed
Strong attention to detail and organization

Nice-to-haves:

Prior machine operation or packaging experienceBENEFITS & PERKS
Medical, dental, and vision coverage — effective the 1st of the month after 30 days
Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
401(k) with company match — 100% up to 3%, 50% on the next 2%
120 hours of PTO annually, with accrual that grows the longer you're here
9 paid holidays (if they fall on your scheduled workday)
Eligible for annual company performance bonus
A free beer after shift, because you earned itCURRENTLY HIRING FOR
1st Shift | Monday – Thursday | 6am – 4pm — Opening available
1st Shift | Tuesday – Thursday | 6am – 6pm — Opening available
2nd Shift | Monday – Thursday | 4pm – 2am — Opening available
3rd Shift | Monday – Thursday | 8pm – 6am — Openings Available
Weekend Night | Friday – Sunday | 6pm – 6am — Opening available

Don't see your preferred shift? Check back — openings update regularly. xsgimlnPAY BY SHIFT Base rate for this role is $22.00/hr. Shifts outside of 1st shift include an additional shift differential on top of that base — never a lower starting rate, just added pay for the shift.

1st Shift — $22.00/hr (base rate)
2nd Shift — $22.00/hr base + $3.00/hr shift differential = $25.00/hr
3rd Shift — $22.00/hr base + $4.00/hr shift differential = $26.00/hr
Weekend Day — $22.00/hr base + $5.75/hr shift differential = $27.75/hr
Weekend Night — $22.00/hr base + $7.75/hr shift differential = $29.75/hr

Full-time, non-exempt

Compensation details: 22-29.75 Hourly Wage PI9d075defb3d

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$42,900 per year

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Junior

Location

Madison, WI

Occupation

Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders

Industry

Packaging and Labeling Services

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