Bottling Operator 1 (Graveyard) - Woodbridge

The Wine Group; Acampo (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wine Group is seeking a Bottling Operator I for graveyard shift (Mon-Fri, 10 pm - 6:30 am) to support day-to-day bottling operations across multiple lines. You will follow SOPs, operate and clean bottling equipment, and help meet production goals with a focus on safety and quality.

Responsibilities include basic troubleshooting, changeovers assistance, and accurate production reporting. Candidates should have a HS diploma, mechanical aptitude, and willingness to work weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong mechanical skills; may be required to pass a Mechanical Aptitude Test.
• Able to perform diverse and complex tasks on highly technical machine centers.
• Complete qualification matrix level white or equivalent one-year repetitive manufacturing experience.
• Able to work various shifts and schedules including weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate bottling equipment with basic operation and minor troubleshooting on centers.
• Operate and clean bottling equipment; meet production goals safely and efficiently.
• Assist with changeovers and maintain food safety compliance.
• Maintain clean, organized work area and conduct routine production reporting and quality checks.
• Perform in-process and final production quality control and verification checks.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The Wine Group (TWG) is a leading producer of award-winning wines and alcoholic beverages across 120+ brands. With operations in California, New York and Australia, TWG is an innovator in developing and marketing brands beloved by consumers globally, including Cupcake, Franzia, Benziger, Imagery, Tribute, Chloe, Meiomi, Cooks, 7 Deadly, Cooper & Thief, and more. We produce our products using sustainable practices to create delicious beverages that people can feel good about. Visit us at www.thewinegroup.com.

Job Summary

The Bottling Operator 1 position tends to day-to-day operation of bottling equipment. The position follows standard operating procedures and practices safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible.

We are currently hiring for graveyard shift (M-F, 10 pm - 6:30 am) positions.

Essential Functions

• Under moderate supervision performs basic operation and minimal troubleshooting (white level) on a minimum of 2 of the following machine centers; Monobloc, Labeler, Case Packer, Depal, and Palletizer.
• Operates and cleans bottling equipment.
• Safely and efficiently operate all pieces of equipment on multiple production lines to meet or exceed established production goals in a cost-effective manner.
• Assist with changeovers.
• Maintains the mindset that there is always room for improvement, there is always a way to do it better.
• Ability to keep work area clean, organized and Food Safety compliant. Responsible for general housekeeping duties and maintaining a sanitary work area.
• Responsible for routine production reporting and quality checks.
• Must be able to consistently perform all in-process and final production quality control and verification checks.
• Responsible for compliance with TWG sustainability policies and practices.
• Demonstrates situational awareness and a sense of urgency on the production floor.
• Demonstrate a sense of urgency for Safety, Quality, and Productivity.
• Communicate effectively with team members, leadership and other departments.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines. Identify safety hazards and communicates to team members and leadership.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude, ability to work with team members to achieve production goals and has a desire to continuously learn and improve.
• Maintains job competencies as outlined in the provided skill qualification matrix.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have strong mechanical skills. May be required to pass a Mechanical Aptitude Test.
• Able to perform diverse and complex tasks on highly technical machine centers.
• Complete qualification matrix level white or equivalent one-year repetitive manufacturing experience.
• Able to work various shifts and schedules including weekends as needed.

Physical Demands

• Works outdoors/indoors.
• Works in warm/cold climates.
• Works in high places.
• Works on wet surfaces.
• Must be able to stand, walk, and sit.
• Must be able to move up to 55 lbs.
• Use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms.
• Climb or balance stairs/ladders.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk and hear.
• Must have close vision, distant vision, and ability to adjust focus, peripheral vision.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Is exposed to loud noise, fumes and/or toxic chemicals.
• Works near moving, mechanical parts and lift truck traffic.

Compensation

• Hourly Pay Rate Posted: $21.86/hr.
• Actual compensation will be based on factors such as experience; skills, knowledge, and abilities; education; and other position related factors.

At The Wine Group, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristic protected by law.

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