KY Distillery Operator needed

[JepthaDMC]

Jeptha Creed Distillery in Shelbyville, KY is looking for a Distillery Operator to assist us as our craft distillery triples production. A new distillery at just under a year old, we are already expanding and need a dedicated distiller to grow with us. If interested, I can be contacted directly at dcarpenter@jepthacreed.com

-Dave Carpenter, Head Distiller

 

The Distillery Operator position is responsible for duties related to distilling as well as general labor work throughout the facility, including but not limited to:

• Distillate production process, from grain selection all the way to the barrel
• Grain – Receive grain shipments of corn, rye, barley; ensuring proper quality prior to acceptance
• Milling – ensuring proper grind size and quantity for each grain type and recipe
• Mashing – operate the cooker to produce a consistent, quality mash
• Distilling – operate column still, pot still, and vodka still
• Blending – precise calculation, measurement, and process control in spirit blending
• Proofing – precise calculation, measurement, and process control for bottling and barreling
• Record keeping – maintain precise paper and digital production logs of every process operation
• Cleaning and sanitizing - all equipment and production work spaces
• General Plant Maintenance in conjunction with maintenance manager
• Lab equipment use and maintenance
• Handle raw ingredients inventories, schedule deliveries, and forecast production needs
• Comfortable with professionally interacting with public and private guests

 

Competencies needed / desired

·        Forklift operation, general plant maintenance, and cleaning.

·        Manufacturing and/or industry experience preferred.

·        Strong problem solving skills

·        Applicant must be able to lift up to 50 lb. on a consistent basis and stand for extended periods

·        Applicant must be able to discern colors, navigate stairs, and must have full manual dexterity

·        Work from heights and in confined spaces, with variable temperatures up to 100F+

·        A full background check and drug screening may be required

·        Ability to work multiple shifts as needed for production scheduling, to include second shift as well as some weekends

Moving expenses would not be covered for this position.