To provide technical support and monitoring of all bottling equipment and packaging techniques.

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned.  Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

• Perform routinely scheduled packaging line audits including but not limited to:
• Monitor wine temperature throughout the production process.
• Monitor winemaking for compliance with wine specifications.
• Monitor oxygen levels in the wine throughout the process from pad tank to bottle.
• Monitor pressure and vacuum settings and performance on various pieces of bottling equipment.
• Monitor corker performance by checking headspace vacuum and cork integrity.
• Monitor capper performance by checking headspace pressures, headspace oxygen, removal torques and seal integrity.
• Monitor fill volumes  to insure that they are within TFE and ATF specifications.
• Verify that the proper labels are being used and that their placement on the bottle is correct.
• Inspect bottle and case for accuracy and legibility of date coding.
• Inspect case sealer for proper amount and placement of glue.
• Inspect pallets for proper stretch wrapping.
• Assist in proper sample collection for the wine library.
• Perform warehouse audits of finished goods as required and provide detailed reports to management.

Other Functions:

• Responsible for understanding Quality Management System related activities, including the quality policy and ISO awareness.
• Inspect incoming packaging supply for compliance with specifications.

Working Conditions:

• Work site may be any one of TFE’s facilities or copackers.
• Must comply with all safety equipment requirements including ear plugs and safety glasses.
• Exposure to various chemicals in production areas.
• Exposure to machinery, forklifts and related production equipment.
• Long and irregular hours during peak periods or on various shifts.
• Extensive walking and lifting of up to 40 pounds.
• Approximately 5% of work is out of doors.

• Minimum 2-3 years experience in a winery / food plant quality control position.
• BS in related field preferred.
• College level courses in chemistry and / or food science preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Good observation and analytical skills.
• Ability to work with data in Excel, Access, Word and SAP
• Ability to accurately follow instructions and take direction.
• Ability to respond to frequently changing production pressures.
• Ability to handle numerous projects in progress at one time.