Whiskey distillery in Southern Texas is seeking a superstar Head of Distillery/Plant Manager.
We are currently in production and selling our products nationally and internationally.
If you are a self-starter, detail-oriented, passionate about craft spirits, then we are the company for you! This is a fantastic opportunity for someone interested in showing their creative skills in developing premium whiskey. We need an energetic and focused individual who knows their way around fermentation and distillation; someone who can see a quality product through from sourcing all the way to bottling. Seeking someone with a clear understanding of brown spirits maturation quality. At minimum, we need a person with an intuitive understanding of the processes involved in and the basic chemistry behind distilling and science of making distilled spirits. An ideal candidate will have at least 5 years’ experience making great whiskeys.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Manage recipe development, spirit integrity and testing
Evaluate and monitor spirits produced and raw materials involved in distilling
Performs every aspect of production including, milling, mashing, fermenting, distilling, tasting, proofing, cellaring, bottling, blending, labeling procedures, and schedules
Performing regular testing throughout fermentation and distilling process to determine necessary information in producing a quality product
Complete lab testing and quality control procedures focusing on continuous improvement
Control all ordering and materials inventory to produce and control cost of goods or COGS. Manage raw ingredients inventories, schedule deliveries, and forecast production needs
Supervise cleanliness and sanitation procedures for all distillery operations and equipment including compliance with CIP (Clean-In-Place) standards.
Provide oversight of all distillery personnel and operations.
Create and manage all record keeping in spreadsheets or any other required spirits programs suited for distillery.
You will get the chance to work for a company that will value not only your experience but your voice in shaping our award-winning authentic whiskey and bourbon. Our company has already made a name for itself as a producer of innovative and award-winning products. Now we are looking to expand current operations and that’s where you come in. This career opportunity will give you the chance to really make a name for yourself by putting your fingerprint on our Brand. We will consider a client candidate that is currently working as an assistant or second in command and wants to create a great experience with whiskey. We’d love to add you to our team!
Apply using this link: https://www.bevnet.com/jobs/28223-Head-of-Distillery-Plant-Manager-Confidential-Wines--Spirits