Bottling Operator

Women of the Vine & Spirits; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Pernod Ricard USA is seeking a Bottling Operator to perform packaging duties for Smooth Ambler Spirits. You will work with the bottling team to ensure products are packaged safely, efficiently, and to quality standards.

No prior experience required; a high school diploma is preferred. You will operate depalletizer, unloader, filler, capper, labeler and related equipment, perform changeovers, and conduct on-line quality checks while following safety rules.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent strongly preferred.
• No prior experience required; manufacturing/assembly experience helpful.
• Manufacturing, assembly, and/or mechanical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate bottling line machinery: depalletizer, unloader, cleaner, filler, capper, labeler, lot coder, case packer, case coder, palletizer.
• Tag and report equipment defects; assist with repairs as needed.
• Cap making, specialized TX Whiskey leather top caps.
• Perform changeovers as required for each machine.
• Ensure machines function at budgeted efficiency after changeovers.
• Perform on-line quality checks as specified in work instructions.
• Observe GMP and safety rules; maintain good housekeeping.
• Wear all required safety equipment.

Skills

Process monitoring

Attention to detail

Quality standards

Communication

Mechanical troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Women of the Vine & Spirits Corporate Member Job Board

The Women of the Vine & Spirits (WOTVS) Job Board features WOTVS Corporate Members only. The Job Board is accessible by all, WOTVS Members and the public. Women of the Vine & Spirits (WOTVS) is the leading mission-driven global membership organization comprised of women and men committed to empowering and advancing women in the beverage alcohol industry. By championing women in the workplace, WOTVS is dedicated to shaping the beverage alcohol industry where the talents and perspectives of all women are not only valued but serve as a driving force for success and growth.

Where Conviviality is at work.

Pernod Ricard is a global premium international champagnes and spirits company. We're the team behind leading brands such as ABSOLUT® Vodka, Jameson® Irish Whiskey, Malibu®, Kahlúa® Liqueur, The Glenlivet®, Beefeater and Malfy Gins, and a leading portfolio of American whiskey brands including Jefferson's, Rabbit Hole, TX, Smooth Ambler and Skrewball™ whiskey.

Working at Pernod Ricard is all about igniting conviviality in all that we do. Derived from the French word, convivialité...it means human connection, authenticity, friendly, and jovial. Conviviality is energy and spirit with a splash of je ne sais quoi and is a core philosophy around how we live and work at Pernod Ricard.

Guided by our 4 core values: (1) grounded in the real; (2) fiercely authentic; (3) passion for challenge; and (4) connected beyond borders; we are team players, dream makers, trailblazers, movers and (cocktail) shakers. We have a passion for living life to the fullest, making new friends every day, and realizing our potential as people and as a business!

The hourly range for this role is $16.75 to $21.00 per hour.

Position Summary:

The overall role of the Bottling Operator is to perform the physical duties related to packaging products for Smooth Ambler Spirits (SAS). The Bottling Operator works within the bottling team to ensure products are packaged in a timely manner, with regards to quality, appearance, and safety.

Major Responsibilities / Accountabilities:

• Safely and efficiently operate one or more of the following machines or combination of machines: depalletizer, unloader, cleaner, filler, capper, labeler, lot coder, case packer, case coder, palletizer.
• Tag and report all equipment defects on machinery and assist with repairs as needed.
• Cap making, specialized TX Whiskey leather top caps.
• Perform changeovers as required for each piece of machinery.
• Ensure machine functions correctly at budgeted efficiency once changeover is complete.
• Perform on-line quality checks as specified in work instructions.
• Observe good manufacturing practices, good housekeeping and follow all safety rules as required.
• Wear all safety equipment, like eye protection, ear protection, and safety shoes, bump caps, etc as required.

Key requirements:

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent strongly preferred.

Experience / Background:

• No prior experience required.
• Manufacturing, assembly, and/or mechanical experience preferred.

Working Conditions:

• Physical/Skilled Labor: Work is performed in a general production area and/or office environment with regular demands for moving, lifting/carrying/lowering up to 50 pounds, standing, walking, climbing, and pushing. Normal visual, hearing and language acuity required for correspondence and computer usage.

Required Competencies:

• Ability to monitor processes and goods to identify variations from normal
• An eye for detail
• Willingness to implement exacting standards
• Communication abilities to relay issues and feedback to coworkers and supervisors
• Mechanical troubleshooting skills preferred

Job Posting End Date:

Target Hire Date : 2026-08-03

Target End Date :

When you join Pernod Ricard, you'll experience a workplace that is rich in heritage, driven by our iconic brands and a long-standing commitment to sustainability, safety, and giving back to the people and communities where we work. We know that happiness at work starts with that feeling of belonging you get from an inclusive culture where being uniquely you is celebrated. Our values are lived, they drive our behaviors, and it's what brings our culture to life .

Our work philosophy celebrates the magic of human connection with the flexibility needed to provide one's most meaningful contribution. We offer employees great benefits and perks to toast to a life filled with support. Check out PRUSABenefits.com for details.

This recruitment process uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to match applicant skills with role requirements and qualifications.

Pernod Ricard USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It employs qualified individuals based solely on ability, training, and experience, and does not and will not, discriminate for or against any employee or applicant for employment or promotion based upon actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service or any other classification protected by law. Offers will be subject to United States local terms.

Pernod Ricard USA is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Pernod Ricard USA will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. To request reasonable accommodation during the application process, contact us at [e-mail].