Warehouse Operator I

Warehouse Operator

Join the team at Oliver Winery, the 30th largest winery in the country, and recognized as the #2 Tasting room in the country by Newsweek. Nestled on 20+ beautiful, wooded acres, our winery combines a high-volume production facility with a vibrant hospitality and retail setting. We are a community of dreamers, scientists, and artists who value quality, creativity, andmost importantlygetting stuff done while having fun.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Warehouse Operator supports daily bottling and warehouse operations, including equipment operation, inventory handling, and material movement. This role ensures efficient production and storage processes while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, and organization.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with the setup, operation, and cleanup of bottling line.
• Perform cleaning and sanitization of equipment and work areas in accordance with company procedures.
• Operate equipment and support production activities, which may include:
• Forklift operation
• Depalletizer and Palletizer operation
• Bottling and packaging equipment operation
• Supporting bottling line staff
• Supporting warehouse operations
• Assisting other departments as needed
• Support preventative maintenance activities, basic troubleshooting, and timely reporting of equipment issues.
• Monitor and support quality assurance standards throughout bottling and warehouse processes.
• Maintain a clean, organized work environment in alignment with 5S principles.
• Maintain organized inventory using FIFO (First-In, First-Out) principles.
• Build pallets of finished goods manually in a safe and efficient manner.
• Safely unload deliveries and properly stage materials.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to frequently lift and move 50 lbs. or more.
• Valid driver's license and eligibility to be insured on company vehicles.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Interest in wine and winemaking.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

SUCCESS FACTORS/CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Attention to detail and accuracy in task execution.
• Demonstrate initiative and a proactive, motivated work ethic.
• Ability to follow work orders accurately and precisely.
• Willingness to learn and adapt across multiple operational areas.
• Openness to feedback and ability to apply constructive direction.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Accountability and ownership of responsibilities and deadlines.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
• Seek new knowledge and experiences to enhance value as Oliver Winery employee.

COMPANY EXPECTATIONS

• Contribute to a positive and respectful work environment.
• Remain engaged and perform to the best of their ability each day.
• Demonstrate company values: Respect People, Expect Quality, Think Differently, and Get Stuff Done.
• All employees are responsible for reporting food safety and quality issues and ensuring compliance with GMPs, sanitation, and regulatory requirements.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This position operates in a production and warehouse environment and requires long periods of standing, walking, lifting, and occasional climbing of ladders. The employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, elevated work areas, fumes, airborne particles, cleaning chemicals, and varying outside weather conditions.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:

• Annual performance evaluations conducted by Management.
• Performance goals established collaboratively with supervisors.

SCHEDULE:

This is a full-time position, generally 40 hours per week. Typical schedule is Monday through Friday 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, with flexibility based on production and warehouse needs.

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt