Production & Warehouse Associate

JOB TITLE:

Production & Warehouse Associate

POSITION DETAILS:

Hourly (nonexempt) | On-site position | Kansas City, MO

REPORTS TO:

VP of Production - Master Distiller, Production Managers - Head Distillers

JOB DESCRIPTION:

J. Rieger & Co. is seeking a dependable, hands-on Production & Warehouse Associate to support daily operations at our Kansas City distillery. This position works across bottling, packaging, shipping, warehouse organization, cleaning, and general maintenance to help keep our production operations running safely and efficiently.

The ideal candidate takes pride in quality work, enjoys being part of a team, and is willing to learn and assist wherever needed. Previous distillery experience is welcome but not required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with bottling line setup, operation, changeovers, and cleanup, including filling, labeling, packing, and inspecting finished products.
• Assemble packaging, pack cases, build pallets, and prepare products for storage or shipment.
• Pick, verify, pack, and label outgoing orders accurately.
• Assist with receiving deliveries, unloading materials, and checking quantities against shipment records.
• Organize finished goods, packaging supplies, tools, and equipment; support inventory counts and accurate recordkeeping.
• Clean and sanitize production equipment and work areas according to established procedures.
• Perform routine housekeeping and basic facility and equipment maintenance within training and authorization.
• Safely move materials using pallet jacks and, following required training and authorization, forklifts.
• Follow safety, sanitation, and quality standards; promptly report equipment issues, damaged products, and unsafe conditions.
• Support additional production and warehouse tasks as assigned.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Starting hourly pay: $19-$23 based on relevant experience and skills
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible full-time employees
• Paid time off accrued on an hourly basis, subject to eligibility and company policy
• 401(k) retirement plan, subject to plan eligibility requirements
• Overtime compensation as required by applicable law

HELPFUL EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in warehousing, shipping and receiving, manufacturing, bottling, or packaging.
• Previous forklift training or certification and safe operating experience.
• Familiarity with manufacturing, brewing, or distillation equipment.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and experience using hand tools.
• Experience with inventory systems, shipping software, or production records.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Reliable attendance, attention to detail, and the ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively.
• Basic counting, math, and recordkeeping skills.
• Comfortable performing repetitive tasks and adapting to changing production priorities.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; bend, reach, and regularly lift and move cases and materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work in production and warehouse environments with varying temperatures, equipment noise, and required personal protective equipment.

The physical requirements and work-environment conditions described above represent those generally necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified individuals in accordance with applicable law.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

J. Rieger & Co. is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, performance, and legitimate business needs without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, Missouri, or local law.

J. Rieger & Co. provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities and to qualified applicants and employees with known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process should contact the hiring team.

J. Rieger & Co. prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation against applicants or employees who exercise rights protected by law.