Case Packing Specialist

October 16, 2026

About the position

The Case Packing Specialist is responsible for the overall maintenance of all manufacturing, facility, & support equipment. This role serves as the technical expert on all aspects of case packing processes and equipment with an emphasis on tray packing. The specialist will provide hands-on troubleshooting support for packing-related issues to reduce downtime and product waste, define, document, and standardize packing procedures and specifications, and collaborate with Quality to ensure pack integrity meets all requirements. Responsibilities also include analyzing pack teardown results, leading and training maintenance and production teams, working with OEMs and engineering teams for upgrades, leading rebuild activities, supporting root cause analysis, and driving continuous improvement projects. The role requires staying 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).

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

Requirements

High School Diploma required
Minimum of 5+ years of working on packers, troubleshooting, creating standard operating procedures, and training others
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.

Nice-to-haves

Associate degree preferred in manufacturing, manufacturing technology, mechatronics, industrial manufacturing, manufacturing automation, or other similar manufacturing-related specialization
Experience in high-speed manufacturing, bottling, beverage, packaging, or canning industries preferred

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

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