Woodford Reserve Bottling Operator- 2nd Shift

Brown-Forman Australia Pty. Ltd.; Versailles (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown-Forman Australia Pty. Ltd. is seeking a Bottling Operator for the 2nd shift to manage various tasks on the bottling line in Versailles, Kentucky. Responsibilities include operating bottling line equipment, ensuring product quality, and working collaboratively with team members. Candidates must be at least 21 years old, possess basic math and computer skills, and be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds. The position offers opportunities for growth in a company that values teamwork and individual contributions.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to frequently walk, bend, stoop, twist, and reach in various directions.
• Capacity to push, pull, lift, and carry weight of at least 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate all equipment on the bottling line while adhering to safety procedures.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to resolve issues.
• Monitor and inspect quality of products on the bottling line.

Skills

Basic math skills

Computer skills

Troubleshooting skills

Strong attendance and work performance

Job description

Woodford Reserve Bottling Operator- 2nd Shift

We believe great people build great brands. And we know there is Nothing Better in the Market than a career at Brown-Forman. Being a part of Brown-Forman means you will grow both personally and professionally. You will have the opportunity to solve problems, seize opportunities, and generate bold ideas. You will belong to a place where teamwork matters and where you are encouraged to bring your best self to work.

Meaningful Work From Day One

This role operates all equipment on the bottling line, responding promptly to safety, quality, and operational issues in alignment with plant procedures. It requires effective communication with supervisors, quality teams, peers, plant leadership, and contractors to maintain safe, efficient production. Responsibilities also include performing off-line bottling work such as Buy the Barrel operations, order and sample preparation, and package rework. The position supports all bottling house functions, including depalletizing, uncaser operations, filling, inspection, packing, palletizing, and forklift operation.

What You Can Expect

• Manually remove cases of glass from pallets and place onto line
• Manually pack bottles into cases
• Verify accuracy of materials against process orders
• Verify video jet number against process order and record on log sheet
• Visually inspect cases for defects and remove defective cases from the bottling line, repositioning when required
• Immediately notify mechanic, supervisor and other team members of line problems
• Monitor dumping of empty glass from cases and inspects for glass defects
• Visually inspects color of whiskey, label placement, video jet on cases and government panel application for all products
• Clean up broken glass as required
• Participate in line changeovers and adjustment of bottling line equipment, as required
• Perform all other duties as assigned by Supervisor
• Operate forklift and other PIE as needed to load/unload shipments and move materials in the warehouse for staging and operations.

What You Bring to the Table

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Basic math and computer skills
• Strong attendance and work performance
• Ability to do frequent walking, bending, stooping, twisting, reaching upward/downward, crouching, and ascending/descending stairs/ramps/ladders
• Ability to push, pull, lift and carry weight of at least 50 pounds
• Strong troubleshooting skills and collaborative approach to problem-solving
• Adherence to PPE requirements, including wearing steel-toed safety shoes, hearing protection, safety glasses, hair/beard net, and cut-resistant gloves

What Makes You Unique

• Previous experience in a bottling facility

What We Offer

Total Rewards at Brown-Forman is designed to engage our people to ensure sustainable and profitable growth for generations to come. As a premium spirits company, we offer equitable pay structures for individual and company performance alongside a premium employee experience. We offer a range of premium benefits that reflect our company values and meet the needs of our diverse workforce.

Brown-Forman Corporation is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of Brown-Forman Corporation to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.