Filler and Seamer Technician

Filler & Seamer Technician

247 Packaging Corp. – Albany, NY

About 247 Packaging Corp.

247 Packaging Corp. is a fast-growing beverage contract manufacturer serving some of the industry’s most exciting and innovative brands. We are committed to producing high-quality products while maintaining world-class food safety, operational excellence, and exceptional customer service. As we continue to expand, we’re looking for experienced technicians who take pride in keeping high-speed production equipment running at peak performance.

Position Summary

The Filler & Seamer Technician is responsible for the setup, operation, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of high-speed can filling and seaming equipment. This role is critical to maximizing production efficiency, minimizing downtime, and ensuring products consistently meet quality and food safety standards.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on problem solver with experience maintaining beverage canning equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, troubleshoot, and maintain can fillers and seamers.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on production equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical, pneumatic, and basic electrical issues quickly to minimize downtime.
• Optimize filler and seamer performance to maximize uptime and efficiency.
• Verify seam integrity and work with Quality to ensure all seam specifications are met.
• Perform format and package size changeovers.
• Support startup of new products and customer runs.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and work orders.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, and Operations teams to improve equipment reliability.
• Recommend and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain spare parts inventory and communicate replacement needs.
• Follow all food safety, GMP, OSHA, and company safety requirements.
• Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment as needed.
• Participate in weekend and off-shift maintenance when required.

Qualifications

Required

• 3+ years of experience maintaining high-speed beverage filling and seaming equipment.
• Experience in beverage, brewery, or food manufacturing.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance programs.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and equipment manuals.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to work overtime and occasional weekends.

Preferred

Experience with one or more of the following:

• Pneumatic systems
• Basic PLC troubleshooting
• VFDs and motor controls
• Stainless process equipment
• CIP systems
• Beverage processing equipment

Equipment Experience (Preferred)

Experience working with equipment such as:

• Bevcorp
• Krones
• Ferrum
• Angelus
• KHS
• Tunnel Pasteurizer
• Pneumatic Scale Angelus

Experience with similar high-speed beverage packaging equipment is also welcomed.

Skills

• Mechanical aptitude
• Root cause analysis
• Preventive maintenance
• Troubleshooting
• Attention to detail
• Team player
• Strong communication skills
• Sense of urgency
• Continuous improvement mindset

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Overtime opportunities
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Career growth opportunities
• Training and development
• Opportunity to help build one of the fastest-growing beverage manufacturers in the Northeast

Why Join 247 Packaging Corp.?

At 247 Packaging Corp., you’re more than a technician—you’ll play a key role in building a growing company from the ground up. You’ll work with modern equipment, support innovative beverage brands, and have the opportunity to make a real impact. If you’re passionate about solving problems, improving equipment performance, and being part of a high-performing team, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: Albany, NY

Schedule:

• 8-hour or 10-hour shifts (based on production needs)
• Monday–Friday
• Overtime available
• Occasional weekends

Pay: Competitive and commensurate with experience.

247 Packaging Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.