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Job Title: Bottling Line Operator

Location: WCV – Hye, TX

FLSA Classification / Pay Type: Non-Exempt / Salary (Fluctuating Workweek)

Salary Grade: $24-$28/hr. Depending on Experience

Reports To (Title): Winery Operations Manager

Direct Reports: None

Date Created or Revised: 09-28-26

About William Chris Wine Company

William Chris Wine Company is a premium wine company headquartered in Texas and encompassing nine industry-leading brands: William Chris Vineyard (WCV), Uplift, Rebecca Caroline, Skeleton Key, Grower Project, Yes We Can, Sway Rosé, Wine for the People, and La Valentia. Our flagship brand, WCV, was named the 31st Top Vineyard in the World. We also own and operate the Hill Country Wine Academy. We don't follow trends, we create them. We are the leading producer of Texas-grown wine, we're on a strong trajectory for future growth and brand expansion, and we are looking for ways to share a piece of our world with more people.

Summary

The Bottling Line Operator is a full-time, entry-level member of the production team responsible for safely operating, monitoring, and maintaining bottling and packaging equipment. Day to day, this role loads materials onto the line, inspects finished product for quality, supports changeovers and cleanup, and helps the team meet production goals while keeping the bottling area clean, organized, and safe.

No prior bottling or manufacturing experience is required; paid on-the-job training is provided. This role is well suited to someone looking to start a career in wine or packaging who brings a strong work ethic, attention to detail, patience, and a willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-growing company with shifting priorities.

Compensation Includes

-Fixed weekly salary of $960 – $1,120, DOE, as straight-time pay for all hours worked each week, with opportunity for goal-based pay increases

-Overtime premium for hours worked beyond 40/week, paid at 0.5x the regular rate under the FLSA fluctuating workweek method (29 CFR § 778.114)

-Healthcare benefits

-Opportunities for training and professional development, including paid on-the-job training

-50% discount on most wines in the WCWC portfolio

-Free monthly wine allocation depending on tenure

-A great team to work with in a beautiful environment

-...and more!

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

-Operate and monitor bottling and packaging equipment according to established standard operating procedures (SOPs)

-Load bottles, closures, labels, and other packaging materials onto the bottling line

-Inspect bottles and finished product for proper fill level, closure, labeling, and packaging quality; remove and report nonconforming product

-Identify and promptly report mechanical issues or abnormalities to the supervisor; perform basic line adjustments and routine equipment checks as trained

-Complete line changeovers between product runs and perform line cleanup and sanitation

-Track and count packaging material inventory to maintain adequate stock levels

-Package, palletize, and move finished product, including safely operating a forklift after completing company-provided training and certification

-Follow all company safety, sanitation, quality, and production procedures, and maintain a clean, organized, and safe bottling area

-Support cellar operations during harvest season as needed

Other Duties

-Additional duties as assigned

Competencies

-Self-Starter, able to work independently most shifts

-Attention to detail and commitment to product quality

-Safety awareness and adherence to procedures-

-Reliability, including consistent attendance and punctuality

-Ability to learn new equipment and processes quickly

-Clear communication and basic problem-solving

-Teamwork in a fast-paced production setting

Supervisory Responsibilities

-No supervisory responsibilities