Production Operator- Line 2 in Cincinnati, Ohio at Impact Beverage

Production Operator Line 2

Company Introduction: Impact Beverage provides scalability to the world’s fastest growing beverage brands. As this market has grown rapidly, so has Impact Beverage. We are a beverage manufacturing and warehousing company known for an innovative business model and dynamic company culture. Our team at Impact Beverage is open-minded about continuous improvement and embraces technology to help make our products exceed customer expectations.

Job Overview: The Line 2 Packaging Operator plays a key role in executing daily production while driving efficiency, quality, and reliability across the packaging line. This position requires a higher level of independence, technical capability, and ownership, with a strong focus on minimizing downtime and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. The Line 2 Operator serves as a go-to resource on the line and helps support overall team performance.

Work Location: 4831 Spring Grove Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45232
Full time, 40 hours
Reports To: Packaging Supervisor/Team Leader

Benefits: • Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits • 401K retirement savings plan with up to 4% employer match, no vesting period (eligible after 6 months of employment) • Paid vacation and paid designated holidays • On-site Impact Food Hall with health-conscious lunch provided 3x per week • Wellness program benefit • Adoption assistance benefit • Childcare assistance benefit • Community service assistance benefit • +more!

Responsibilities:
•Execute against the rolling production schedule while proactively identifying opportunities to improve output and efficiency
•Operate, monitor, and adjust packaging equipment including Depalletizer, Filler, Cartoner, Packer, and Palletizer with minimal supervision
Perform liquid and package changeovers efficiently, meeting or exceeding established time standards
Troubleshoot equipment and process issues, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions when appropriate
Perform and verify required quality checks; ensure accuracy of batch records and escalate issues as needed
Support coordination with Warehouse to ensure timely delivery of materials and minimize line disruptions
Maintain and uphold 5S and lean manufacturing standards, driving organization and continuous improvement on the line
Perform sanitation and housekeeping tasks to maintain an audit-ready production
environment
Proactively identify maintenance concerns and communicate effectively with Maintenance and leadership; assist in minor adjustments or fixes when appropriate
Follow all Safety policies (PPE) and GMP/SQF standards; actively promote a safe and compliant work environment
Assist in training and onboarding new or less experienced operators
Participate in continuous improvement efforts, breakout teams, and problem-solving
initiatives

Other Duties and Responsibilities:
Demonstrates strong communication and collaboration across Production, Warehouse, Maintenance, and Quality teams
Works independently and helps keep the line running with minimal direction
Supports coverage across roles and helps ensure overall line success
Acts as a resource for troubleshooting, process understanding, and best practices
Always maintains a high level of professionalism and accountability

Physical Demands:
Operate inside confined spaces
Ability to regularly lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds
Possess the manual dexterity to operate hand tools
Execute repetitive motions for long periods when necessary (packaging, etc.)
Required to stand, crouch, lift and climb ladders
Work at height
Wear appropriate PPE for a given task
Follow Impact Beverage Dress Code

Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED
1-3+ years of manufacturing experience preferred
Proven ability to operate packaging equipment independently
Ability to operate heavy equipment in a safe manner, including but not limited to:
o Power Lifter
o Pallet Jacks (Manual and Powered)
o Fork Truck
o Scissor Lift
18 years of age or older
Provide proof of eligibility to work in the USA

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
The company reserves the right to add to or revise an employee’s job duties at any time at its sole discretion.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.