Bottling Operator

About the Role

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

Hourly range: $16.75 - $21.00 per hour.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.
• Perform cap making, including 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.
• Wear all safety equipment, such as eye protection, ear protection, safety shoes, and bump caps, as required.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• High school diploma or equivalent strongly preferred.
• Manufacturing, assembly, and/or mechanical experience preferred.
• Physical/Skilled Labor: Requires moving, lifting/carrying/lowering up to 50 pounds, standing, walking, climbing, and pushing.
• Normal visual, hearing, and language acuity required.

Qualifications

• 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.