What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bottler position at Limestone Branch?
We are looking to hire a Bottler to join our Limestone Distillery team in Lebanon, KY. This is an entry level position responsible for inspecting, properly filling out quality forms for the bottling line, completing changeovers, and basic maintaining of the line. This person is also to complete any other duties assigned by the Bottling Supervisor as deemed necessary. It is also required that all safety and Good Manufacturing Procedure (GMP) requirements are met.
What will you do?
- Inspect bottles as they move through the production line to identify defects, labeling issues, or nonconforming product.
- Verify that correct packaging components, labels, and materials are in use by checking required information on each package.
- Measure and monitor bottle fill heights and make adjustments or notify supervisor when fill levels fall outside specifications.
- Shut down bottling line equipment and perform cleaning of all assigned line components in accordance with sanitation procedures.
- Complete all required quality and production documentation accurately and in real time.
- Read, interpret, and follow the daily production schedule to ensure correct sequencing and output.
- Review and execute tasks listed on production work tickets.
- Operate a pallet jack safely in confined spaces while handling varying materials and loads.
- Apply hand labels to bottles as required by production needs.
- Package finished product for transport, including packing bottles into boxes, stacking boxes on pallets, and wrapping pallets.
- Perform routine maintenance and line changeovers using hand tools in accordance with established procedures.
- Assist with basic troubleshooting of bottling line equipment and report mechanical issues to maintenance or supervisor.
- Prepare equipment for production runs by adjusting, assembling, or disassembling components as required.
- Complete all required OSHA and company safety training within established timeframes.
- Follow all safety rules, lockout/tagout procedures, and hazard prevention practices while performing job duties.
- Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) during all production, cleaning, and maintenance activities.
- Maintain clean and tidy working areas at all times
- Follow all necessary Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) and Safety Requirements.
What do you need to bring to the table?
- A minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent.
- Self-starter, work independently and very organized.
- Physical demands requiring lifting of 50 pounds or more at times.
- Must possess good verbal and written communication skills.
- have strong multi-tasking and time management.
What will we provide you with.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Short-term/long-term disability
- Life insurance
- 401(k) / 401(K) Matching
Who are we?
MGP Ingredients is a leading supplier of premium distilled spirits and food ingredient solutions. Its Distilling Solutions segment provides bourbons, whiskeys, ryes, gins and vodkas to craft and multinational brands. MGP’s own Branded Spirits business is growing following the 2021 acquisition of Luxco, a top spirits producer, bottler, supplier, and importer. Ingredient Solutions delivers nutritional, functional wheat- and pea-based ingredients aligned with consumer trends. The company operates in locations across the Midwestern U.S., and overseas in Northern Ireland and Mexico.