Bottling Line Technicians

Rack & Riddle, the #1 custom sparkling wine producer in the United States, is hiring Bottling Line Technicians at multiple levels to join our production team.

In this role, you will be involved in all phases of bottling line operations—from setup and changeovers to active production and cleanup—across a variety of lines including tirage, disgorging, Charmat, canning, and still wine.

Technicians rotate through key functions on the line such as inspection, hand packing, stacking, rework, and equipment operation, while working collaboratively to meet daily production goals. Depending on experience level, you may also operate and troubleshoot bottling equipment, support line optimization during changeovers, and assist with training team members.

All technicians are expected to maintain a strong focus on safety, quality, and efficiency, adhere to company SOPs, and contribute to maintaining a clean and organized production environment. This is a great opportunity for individuals at any stage of their career to build skills and grow within a fast-paced, team-oriented setting.

Technician Levels

We are hiring across multiple experience levels. Placement will depend on experience and skill set:

General Line Technician (Entry-Level)

• Performs basic production tasks under close supervision
• Supports line setup, hand packing, inspection, and rework activities
• Gains exposure to multiple areas of the bottling process

Skilled Line Technician (Mid-Level)

• Operates and troubleshoots bottling line equipment
• Assists with changeovers and helps optimize line efficiency
• Supports training of less experienced team members

Advanced Line Technician (Senior-Level)

• Operates all major equipment and leads complex line operations
• Troubleshoots equipment issues and partners with Maintenance/QC
• Provides leadership on the line and may act as backup lead
• Supports training and development of team members

What We’re Looking For

• Ability to work safely and efficiently in a fast-paced production environment while following all safety practices, SOPs, and company policies

• Reliable attendance, punctuality, and a strong team-oriented work ethic

• Willingness to learn, adapt to changing production needs, and take on a variety of tasks across bottling lines

• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs., work at heights (up to 25 ft.), and perform physically demanding tasks

• Comfortable working overtime, nights, and/or weekends as needed

• Basic math skills and ability to understand and respond to equipment or production instructions (Skilled & Advanced Tech roles)

• Mechanical aptitude or ability to learn bottling line equipment and troubleshoot issues (level-dependent) (Skilled & Advanced Tech roles)

• Previous bottling or production experience is a plus, with increasing levels of experience required for higher-level roles

Established in 2007 in Northern California by wine industry veterans Rebecca Faust and Bruce Lundquist, Rack & Riddle was founded with the mission to craft superior sparkling wines. Through years of steadfast dedication and thoughtful expansion, Rack & Riddle has become the #1 custom sparkling wine producer in the United States with 3.5 million cases of capacity. An exceptional winemaking team dedicated to the mastery of sparkling wine supported by state-of-the-art technology, delivers turnkey grape-to-bottle, wine-to-bottle, and private label sparkling wine services with tank sizes ranging from 500 to 100,000 gallons. Our wineries, rooted in Sonoma County, specialize in Méthode Champenoise, Charmat, and in-line carbonation solutions producing the best of all things sparkling. The company’s cutting-edge Healdsburg facility also offers high capacity, fully automated still wine capabilities. The company prides itself on being an upstanding member of the communities in which it operates and is committed to operating fairly, ethically, and sustainably.

Rack & Riddle is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This role's compensation is anticipated to fit within the stated range. These figures represent what we reasonably expect to pay for this position, but the actual compensation offered will depend on numerous job-related factors, including but not limited to candidate skills, knowledge, and education.