Manufacturing Operator - Technical Team Member

Diageo Plc • Montgomery, AL

33d • $49,070 - $81,783 • Onsite

About The Position

At Diageo, we seek to operate a Zero Harm environment. We believe everyone goes home safely, every day, everywhere! In this role you will promote and lead a spirit of "Safety First" in all other areas of the operation! The ability to address problems and work in highly effective teams is essential for success. As a self-motivated member of the Diageo Team, you will provide support, training and mentor to your fellow team members, and encourage and engage others. We believe in giving you the opportunity to also work closely with multi-functional departments (Operations, Risk, Quality, and Logistics) to ensure the safe and efficient operation of all aspects of the facility. We are seeking a dedicated and safety-conscious Technical Operator to join our team. This role involves operating manufacturing equipment, supporting production processes, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will be flexible, possess strong collaboration skills, and demonstrate a commitment to maintaining a safe working environment.

Requirements

• Early-career professionals or recent graduates seeking to build foundational experience in the beverage industry.
• Mechanically inclined with the ability to learn and operate manufacturing equipment.
• Good computer skills, Microsoft Office, Hartford, and SAP.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic.
• Valid forklift operator's license or willingness to obtain one.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum 2-year college degree or certificate from technical, trade or vocational school

Responsibilities

• Collaborate within a self-directed team to plan, organize, and execute daily production tasks with minimal supervision.
• Rotate across multiple roles and responsibilities to support team flexibility, workflow efficiency, and cross-training.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including problem-solving, process optimization, and quality control.
• Take shared ownership of team performance metrics related to safety, quality, productivity, and delivery targets.
• Operate manufacturing equipment from rinser, filler, capper, labeler, case packer, and palletizer complying to safety and quality standards.
• Perform tasks related to ingredient and bulk liquid movements using SAP, including unloading/receiving, process orders, and inventory management.
• Maintain accurate logs and records as required by local regulations and company policies.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), perform tasks per the Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS), conduct in-process quality checks, and maintain food safety and housekeeping standards through 5S and general sanitation guidelines.
• Responsible for conducting line changeovers including adherence to set-up time reduction (SUTR) standards
• Strap cutting/scanning glass pallet tags/down bottle watching/insert watching/flap breaking/sleeve inspection/defect inspection/hand packing/finished product rework.
• Operate forklift
• Troubleshoot machinery issues to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime (e.g., clearing jams, adjusting/resetting equipment).
• Engage in preventative and predictive maintenance (PM) requirements including the use of in line sensors as per SOP.
• Responsible for autonomous maintenance (AM) requirements including cleaning, inspection, and lubrication of equipment.
• Take initiative and play an active role in driving the implementation of Autonomous Maintenance practices, supporting team efforts and promoting ownership. Troubleshoot equipment issues impacting line OEE and support the development of corrective action plans to drive performance improvements.
• Ensure compliance with Autonomous Maintenance (AM) systems by performing weekly CIL and CL audits, facilitating AM activities, tracking minor stops, and implementing tools such as CIL, CL, 5S, and Visual Controls.
• Support the onboarding and training of new hires by sharing equipment knowledge across the site.
• Follow safety protocols and apply the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Willingness to work any shift and necessary overtime as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform startup checks and end-of-shift procedures for machinery.
• Error-free loading/unloading of trailers; accurate record keeping (receiving tallies/QC documents).
• Assist with loading and unloading of materials and ensure proper handling of hazardous materials.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas according to sanitation schedules.
• Complete applicable SAP transactions for ingredient and bulk liquid moves throughout the system including unloading/receiving, process orders, inventories and shipments.
• Inspect, open, approve, and unload containers of bulk products.
• Proof, gauge, and record receipt of incoming containers.
• Knowledge of hydrostatic tank gauges (HTG) to maintain these inventories. Determining tank volumes in scale and volumetric tanks.
• Filtration of various products as needed. Empty filters and clean as necessary.
• Manage logs as required by local law and TTB (Tax and Trade Bureau).
• Ability to communicate with team members, especially during high-risk operations.
• Addition of ingredients to various products either by hand or automated systems in compliance with company formulas.
• Initiating and completing records of bulk tanks and ingredient inventories for cycle counts.
• Conduct preventive maintenance tasks on equipment including lubrication and inspection routines.
• Engage in continuous improvement activities and participate in safety programs.
• Support other production areas as needed, including bottling operations and general labor tasks.
• Follow site hygiene and safety compliance including, but not limited to, using tools like scrapers, wipes, sweeps, squeegees, mops, and brooms.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for Safety and Handling High Proof/Hazardous Liquid.
• Complete Forklift Driving Training and renew Training License per schedule.
• Proficient in SAP transactions for Material Receipts and Inventory Management, Cycle Counts per CARM requirements and complete and file Batch Sheets per CARM requirements.
• Report Coji's (SAP discrepancies) to manager.
• Follow Spill/Incident reporting protocols.
• Be proficient in Communicating and Maintaining Tank Inventory Board.
• Take samples to lab for quality checks.
• Be proficient in CIP Blend Manifolds, Tanks, Transfer Lines and other hose connections.
• Be proficient in setting up Filtration Skids for ambient or Chill Filtration set up.
• Support the development of operational procedures and best practices to enhance line performance.
• Other duties as assigned by management to ensure efficient operations.

Benefits

• At Diageo certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, including annual incentive payment and stock awards. US-based employees are eligible for healthcare benefits, retirement benefits , short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, wellness benefits and industry leading parental leave, among others.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees