Description

O’Neill Vintners & Distillers was founded in 2004 with a simple idea from our founder, Jeff O’Neill, that great wines should be enjoyed by all. We believe those wines must be of exceptional quality centered around our core belief that doing the right thing for our employees, consumers, partners, and the planet, is key to a sustainable future. As our family-owned business has grown, so has our belief in business as a force for good—we are proud to be an industry leader in sustainability and a Certified B Corporation.

With operations in Larkspur, Parlier/Reedley, and Paso Robles, CA, we are one of California’s largest wineries, with an award-winning portfolio of consumer brands that includes Line 39, FitVine, Harken Chardonnay, Rabble, Charles Woodson’s Intercept, Robert Hall, Allegro Cellars and BrandyLab.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Bottling Machine Operator 1 is responsible for ensuring that the correct dry goods are being used by following all written procedures and that all equipment is operating in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with established machine center SOPs. Along with keeping the bottling line(s) running, the Bottling Machine Operator 1 is responsible for ensuring the work area is clean and well organized and upholding our Lean Culture.

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS:

Beginner - Bottling Line Operator 1 level:

The Skill Level is based on the following requirements: Team members can perform the following duties: general labor as the utility operator, unloader operator, and case packer operator. The team member must have successfully read and understood the training manual, trained for a minimum of 40 hours operating the packer, and successfully passed the written exam and knowledge test.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

• Understand and comply with BRC, GMPs, and HACCP processes and procedures
• Must ensure proper material usage at the machine center according to the spec sheet
• Ensure your machine center is working and operating correctly and safely
• Must be able to make minor adjustments to fingers, brushes, sensors, rails, etc. at the machine center
• Assist with rework of bottles as needed
• Monitor line flow of product from unloader to the wrapper
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-speed environment, follow standardized work, and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement environment
• Perform necessary pre-operation activities to ensure proper equipment startup and operations on multiple pieces of equipment
• Communicate with team members and support teams to ensure continuous production of the correct product at high-quality levels with minimal wasted time and materials
• Must maintain proper housekeeping in the surrounding work area
• Perform periodic checks on equipment and troubleshoot problems as detected
• Run test products to ensure the quality and accuracy of production
• Oversee machines, belts, etc. during production and adjust speed and/or movements as needed
• Observe and monitor input/output, accuracy, and efficiencies of machine
• Record daily activity log of production notes (totals, defects, etc.) 
• Report more serious machinery problems to the line lead and bottling maintenance
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Lead, Foreman, Supervisor, or Manager
• Must be able to perform all essential duties of General Line Worker job description
• Willing to perform repetitive tasks for extended periods
• Learn and understand production procedures 

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• For this role only: Must have worked as a temporary employee through a staffing agency on the O'Neill Bottling Line for 580 hours.
• 1-3 years of machine operator experience
• Ability to work any shift, 7 days a week, and able to work overtime as necessary
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions in English (per safety requirements)
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to move and/or lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, using whole numbers and decimals

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in bottling/food manufacturing
• Forklift experience is a plus
• Ability to work semi-autonomously and think “outside of the box”
• Basic troubleshooting skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

CULTURAL BEHAVIORS:

O’Neill team members are Forward Thinkers. Hard Working without Drama. Friendly Problem Solvers who work as One Team to Always Deliver.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to do the following: 

• Stand for prolonged periods.
• Perform some repetitive motion activities.
• Coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Lift, move, and stack boxes up to 50 lbs.
• May be required to operate a forklift if properly certified.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of food safety programs is a plus (FSMA, BRC, HACCP)
• Basic knowledge and understanding of OSHA/CAL-OSHA safety training

O’Neill Vintners & Distillers offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage, short- and long-term disability, a 401(k) with a company match, Paid Time Off, holidays, and more.

O’Neill Vintners & Distillers is an equal-opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

All candidates must pass a comprehensive background check and drug screen and adhere to all Company, Federal, and State Food Safety Regulations and Policies. This organization participates in E-Verify.