We're Hiring — Beverage Co-Packing Jobs in Fort Worth, TX

ENGINEERING & CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

$55,000 - $65,000 per year

About Very Good Manufacturing:

Very Good Manufacturing runs beverage production for leading alcohol & alcohol alternative brands. We specialize in distilled spirits and RTD cocktails, and our high speed canning and bottling lines accommodate all TTB approved sizes and fill levels. We have an on-site R&D Beverage Laboratory for private label concepting & formulation.

Our company is growing fast: the Fort Worth, Texas production facility tripled in size in 2023. We are looking for professional, talented and driven individuals to join our team and grow with the company.

About the role:

Reporting to the Director of Engineering & Continuous Improvement, the Production Technician ensures up to four high-speed production lines run smoothly, efficiently, and with minimal downtime.

Our ideal candidate for this role has experience working in a mechanical, electrical, or engineering role; is interested in how alcohol and spirits/RTDs are bottled or canned; and can learn fast with on-the-job experience.

We are a talented, fast-paced team with a ton of exciting projects underway.  This is a fantastic opportunity for the right person to get in early, make an impact, and move up within the organization.

Compensation:

$55,000 - $65,000 per year

Schedule:

2pm - 10pm, Monday - Friday

What you'll do:

• Ensure every production line runs smoothly, from mechanical systems and packaging machines, to batching, processing, and auxiliary equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems using schematics, technical drawings and testing equipment as necessary.
• Develop and execute Maintenance SOPs for production lines and critical systems, including: daily routine inspection, daily routine maintenance, planned preventive (condition- or volume-based) maintenance at regular intervals.
• Make recommendations for necessary spare parts and backup equipment for more efficient performance.
• Work with the Preventive Maintenance Mechanic to ensure production lines are always properly maintained and prepared to run with maximum uptime.
• Work with the Production teams, include Line Leads and Production Line Team members: solicit feedback on machine operation, identify recurring problems, and provide mechanical expertise and training where appropriate.
• Regularly join and work on production shifts to observe machine function and troubleshoot during operation.
• Work with the Production and Operations teams to coordinate planned downtime to complete installs, repairs, or replacements.
• Maintain adjustment and maintenance logs for all major machines and packaging equipment.
• Maintain performance and down-time/efficiency logs for all major machines and packaging equipment to better understand the impact of maintenance-led initiatives.

What you'll bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree or certification in mechanical technology or related field preferred.
• 1-2+ yrs experience in manufacturing, engineering, or a related field: electric, automotive, fabrication, hydraulics, HVAC, etc.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience in maintaining and repairing complex machinery.
• Experience with the safe use of tools and machinery associated with trade and/or maintenance work.
• A strong desire for accuracy and high levels of attention to detail, in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Self-motivated to drive continuous improvement across the entire Production team.
• Bonus: Experience with filling and/or packaging equipment, such as fillers, seamers, labelers, motors, servos, and/or pumps and piping.
• Bonus: Experience with PLC programming.
• A strong desire for accuracy and high levels of attention to detail, in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Self-motivated to drive continuous improvement across the entire Production team.

Physical, Environmental Requirements:

• The use and wear of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 50 lbs) and perform physical tasks related to equipment maintenance.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment; standing for extended periods; and working in a manufacturing/warehouse environment with variable temperatures.

Very Good Manufacturing is a high-speed beverage production facility in Fort Worth, Texas. We run contract production for leading alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage brands. We specialize in distilled spirits, ready-to-drink (RTD), and canned cocktails, and our high speed canning and bottling lines run all TTB-approved sizes and fill levels. We are the #1 co-packer in the country for 100ml cans (specialty format for craft distilled spirits and high proof canned cocktails), and we have a full on-site R&D Beverage Laboratory for private label beverage concepting & formulation.