Bottling Technician

BuzzBallz is a woman-founded, ready-to-drink cocktail brand launched in 2009 in Carrollton, Texas. Known for bold flavors, quality ingredients, and a fun, distinctive approach to beverages, BuzzBallz quickly grew from a local idea into a nationally recognized brand.

In 2024, BuzzBallz joined Sazerac, one of the world’s most respected and family-owned spirits companies with more than 400 years of heritage and a global portfolio of iconic brands like Buffalo Trace, Pappy Van Winkle, Fireball, 99 and Southern Comfort. Together, we combine BuzzBallz’s creativity and innovation with Sazerac’s craftsmanship, scale, and operational excellence.

We’re building teams that value safety, quality, continuous improvement, and doing things the right way—while still having fun along the way.

For more information, please visit our website: www.BuzzBallz.com

Position Summary:
The Bottling Technician is responsible for the safe operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of bottling line equipment, including bottle fillers, cappers, uncasing systems, and case packing operations. This role ensures production efficiency, product quality, and adherence to safety standards while supporting and guiding temporary team members in the area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor bottling line equipment, including fillers, cappers, uncasing, and case packing systems
• Perform equipment changeovers to support production needs
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical or operational issues in a timely manner
• Conduct routine maintenance and assist with preventative maintenance tasks
• Perform quality checks to ensure product meets company standards
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
• Follow all safety, quality, and operational procedures
• Provide guidance and direction to temporary employees supporting the line

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without assistance
• Ability to operate industrial equipment as required
• Ability to move between workstations and production areas
• Ability to work near moving mechanical parts
• Comfortable working in wet and humid conditions (non-weather related)
• Exposure to loud noise levels (hearing protection required)
• Potential exposure to electrical components and associated risks
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts and overtime as needed
• Regular, reliable, in-person attendance required
• Ability to read, write, and maintain accurate documentation

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
• Good physical condition, including ability to stand for extended periods, climb stairs/ladders, and perform repetitive movements (bending, kneeling, squatting)
• Good vision and manual dexterity
• Strong attention to detail
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience communicating across multiple levels of an organization
• Completion of an apprenticeship program, technical school, or associate degree
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment (2+ years preferred)