Bottling Technician II

jacksonfamilywines; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Volunteer time

Learning & development

Mental health resources

Wine discounts

Job summary

Jackson Family Wines is seeking a Bottling Line Operator for the PM shift in Santa Rosa, CA. You will run, adjust, and changeover high-speed bottling equipment, perform sanitation, and assist with preventive maintenance while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role requires forklift operation, ability to read manuals, basic math, and strong problem-solving skills. Benefits include health coverage, 401k, paid time off, and more.

Qualifications

• English communication skills, written and verbal.
• Basic mathematical aptitude.
• Two years of bottling line experience preferred.
• Forklift experience required operating electric or gas-powered forklift.
• Must possess analytical skills to evaluate defects vs. malfunctions.
• Must be able to troubleshoot machinery and raw materials.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain high-speed bottling line equipment.
• Perform changeovers and sanitation per procedures.
• Read and follow equipment manuals and documented practices.
• Document work orders and machine parts orders clearly.
• Follow safety and food safety protocols.

Skills

English communication

Mathematical aptitude

Bottling line experience

Forklift experience

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

PC skills

Read machine manuals

Lubrication schedules

Reliability & detail

Inventory control

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Bottling Manager/Supervisor/Lead, this position will perform all duties related to bottling line operations, changeovers, cleaning/sanitation, PM’s and some corrective maintenance.

Shift: PM Shift (M-Th, 4-day X 10 hours)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES:

• Comprehend the function of each piece of high-speed bottling line equipment including its capabilities and limitations.
• Identify proper change over components using packaging codes.
• Display the aptitude for removing and installing package change over parts.
• Neatly store and maintain change over components.
• Set the equipment for proper bottle to guide clearances.
• Understand and adjust all equipment timing points.
• Recognize and resolve improperly adjusted components.
• Utilize hand tools to perform maintenance and changeover tasks.
• Make in production adjustments to all equipment as necessary.
• Read and understand equipment technical manuals and follow documented practices and procedures.
• Inspect for proper machine component performance.
• Perform in production cleaning.
• Present detailed and legible work orders and machine parts orders.
• Provide thorough descriptions of equipment malfunctions in writing.
• Follow, observe and enforce all safety rules and food safety protocols.
• Understand and follow sanitation procedures of bottling equipment.
• Inspect for adherence to all packaging specifications, including documenting results and performing corrective actions to maintain quality standards.
• Operate forklift and clamp in full product case goods and raw materials.
• Other duties assigned by Supervisor or Lead Person.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Essential Skills, Experience, and Education:

• English communication skills, written and verbal.
• Basic mathematical aptitude.
• Two years of bottling line experience preferred.
• Maintenance experience a plus.
• Sterilization and cellar experience preferred but not required.
• Forklift experience required operating electric or gas-powered forklift.
• Must possess analytical skills to evaluate raw material defects versus equipment malfunctions.
• Must be able to demonstrate troubleshooting skills on machinery as well as raw materials.
• Must possess a working knowledge of personal computers including the Microsoft Suite.
• Must be able to comprehend machine parts manuals.
• Must be able to follow and perform machine lubrication schedules.
• Must be reliable, detail oriented with good organizational skills.
• Must be willing to learn computer skills and inventory control.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry 25 pounds regularly, and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to work longer than ten hours per day.
• May require split shift, overtime and weekend work.
• Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, or regularly.

WAGE TRANSPARENCY:

The base pay for this role ranges from $20.00 - $28.00 per hour. This position is eligible for a $2.50 shift differential for any shift that starts after 2pm. Compensation will be determined by candidate experience, skills, and location.

BENEFITS:

• Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Generous time off including vacation, holidays, and paid health time
• Paid volunteer time
• Learning & Development opportunities
• Modern Health virtual mental health & coaching visits
• Wine discounts!

Jackson Family Wines is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are based on merit and business needs.