Tank Hook Up Operator

Tradition looking forward.

Sempreon™ brings together Branded Spirits, Distilling Solutions and Ingredient Solutions under one corporate identity, building on more than 85 years of expertise, craftsmanship and trusted relationships. Its capabilities span spirits brand building, distilling, blending, bottling and specialty ingredients. Rooted in its heritage and focused on growth and innovation, Sempreon continues to evolve while creating long-term growth and value.

The name Sempreon reflects the company’s strong foundations, heritage and history, while looking ahead to its future and the legacy it will build. “Semper,” derived from the Latin word for “always,” represents the enduring foundation on which the company was built, while “Aion,” drawn from the Greek word for “eternity,” reflects its forward-looking vision for the future and a legacy designed to last. Together, the name represents a company that honors where it came from while continuing to evolve for what’s next.

Sempreon’s mission, “Creating moments that matter. Building a legacy that lasts,” reflects its commitment to honoring its heritage while continuing to grow, innovate and create lasting impact for generations to come.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Responsible for ensuring the accurate, safe, and timely transfer of product from designated bottling tanks to production lines. This position supports production efficiency, product quality, and food safety by correctly connecting transfer pumps and hoses, coordinating washout activities, maintaining sanitation standards, and ensuring equipment is properly cleaned, stored, and ready for use.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

Product Transfer Operations

• Verify production schedule and connect transfer pumps and hoses to the correct bottling tank and production line to ensure uninterrupted product flow. Monitor transfers and communicate issues to production leadership.

Line Changeovers & Washouts

• Direct and assist with filler washouts, product changeovers, and preparation activities to support production schedules and quality standards.

Equipment Cleaning & Storage

• Clean, sanitize, inspect, and properly store hoses, pumps, and transfer equipment. Ensure hoses are kept off the floor and stored according to sanitation requirements.

Sanitation & Housekeeping

• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and organization throughout work areas. Ensure compliance with food safety, GMP, and sanitation requirements.

Safety & Quality Compliance

• Follow all safety procedures, wear required PPE, identify workplace hazards, and ensure product transfers meet quality standards.

Teamwork & Communication

• Coordinate with operators, supervisors, quality personnel, and maintenance staff to support production objectives and resolve operational issues.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Food safety and GMP training.
• Lockout/Tagout awareness training.
• PPE and workplace safety training.
• Previous manufacturing, bottling, food production, beverage production, or industrial operations experience preferred.
• Experience working with pumps, hoses, transfer systems, or sanitation processes preferred.
• Entry-level candidates with demonstrated mechanical aptitude may be considered.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to accurately identify tanks, lines, hoses, and transfer points.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to effectively multitask and prioritize work.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Ability to maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Includes frequently used office equipment, computer software programs, manuals, books, or other written resources, transfer pumps, product transfer hoses, valves and piping systems, bottling line equipment, sanitation and washout equipment, production schedules, SOPs, and work instructions.

If you require a reasonable accommodation in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Caitlin Zbikowski, Talent Manager @ czbikowski@sempreon.com.

If the above speaks to you, we’re excited to learn more about you! At Sempreon, we know that our people are our greatest strength. With different perspectives and unique ways of thinking, our employees are as varied as our products. We believe that inclusivity strengthens the organization and champions a company culture that is evolving to reflect all of us. Culture results from our behaviors, our personal commitment, our curiosity, how we collaborate, and the ways we courageously share our perspectives and expect others to do the same. Each of us can make a difference by fostering thinking and actions that empower us to connect, belong and grow together.

Compensation is competitive and is commensurate with experience. Sempreon offers exceptional medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) Match and PTO.

All successful candidates for this position will be required to submit to a criminal background check and drug test.