Bottling Line Team Member - Full Time

COMPANY OVERVIEW:New Riff Distilling, founded in 2014, is an independently owned Kentucky Bourbon Distillery. We're a new riff on an old tradition. We focus on Bourbon and Rye Whiskey as well as offering one of the most robust single barrel programs in the industry. New Riff is located in Newport, KY, on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. We're open for tours, tastings, experiences and shopping. We are “respectfully different” from the Bourbon Distilleries that have come before us – offering a unique take on America's Spirit.  Learn more at newriffdistilling.com

JOB SUMMARY:New Riff Distilling is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Bottling Line Team Member to support the production team in bringing our award-winning spirits to life. The ideal candidate will play a hands-on role in the day-to-day operations of our bottling line, helping ensure every bottle that leaves our facility meets the high standards.This is a full time position, first shift (6:00am- 2:00pm Monday - Friday) at our West Campus location. Our benefits package is comprehensive, featuring 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision (with 100% employer-paid family benefits), life insurance, 2 weeks paid vacation, flexible sick and personal days, 401K*. Starting pay is $18.00 an hour. Previous work experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate and monitor bottling line equipment
• Hand apply various labels to bottles/cases
• Pack finished bottles into cases 
• Palletize finished cases
• Perform line set up, changeovers, & shutdown 
• Complete necessary paperwork, maintaining compliance with established standards 
• Other duties as assigned
• Employee will be required to be on their feet for extended periods of time.

COMPENSATION: Starting hourly at $18 per hour

QUALIFICATIONS and EXPERIENCE:

Required Education 

• High school degree or equivalent education

Required Experience

• Previous work experience in a manufacturing environment a plus
• Previous experience operating a forklift a plus
• Attention to detail and takes pride in work
• Ability to read and understand detailed instructions
• Enthusiastic with a positive attitude
• Works well in a team environment

COMPETENCIES:

Action Oriented: Consistently maintains high levels of activity or productivity; sustains long working hours when necessary, works with vigor, effectiveness, and determination over a sustained period.

Teamwork: Participates as an active and contributing member of a team to achieve team goals. Works cooperatively with other team members, involves others, shares information as appropriate, and shares credit for team accomplishments.

Quality Orientation: Monitors and checks work to meet quality standards; demonstrates a high level of care and thoroughness; checks work to ensure completeness and accuracy.

Adaptability: Adapts well to changes in assignments and priorities; adapts behavior or work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles; approaches change positively and adjusts behaviors accordingly.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:At New Riff Distilling, diversity, equity, and inclusion are directly aligned with the fundamental belief that a diverse workforce allows us to see problems in more nuanced ways, creating the thought leadership needed to fulfill our mission and reach our goals. New Riff Distilling is an equal-opportunity employer and welcomes people from all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives to apply.

WORKING AT NEW RIFF:New Riff cares as much for our people as we do for our whiskey; in fact, we think the two are mutually inclusive. We believe we can only reach our goals by Doing Things Right, by improving as best we can for our little corner of the world and uplifting the quality of life for all who work on it.