Job Description

　　Distillers will work primarily in distillery operations (milling, mashing, fermentation, distillation) and will migrate to other areas as needed from grain to glass. Assignments can change depending on the current business requirements and each distiller will have the capability and flexibility to run each piece of equipment at the facility including distillation, barrel handling, and bottling.

　　Roles & Responsibilities

　　Monitor/Understand automated system (HMI screens) through computers and gauges to oversee and adjust the process accordingly.

　　Operate grain handling, milling, mashing, yeast additions, fermentation, distillation column, doubler, byproducts, barrel handling, and bottling activities.

　　Operate utility systems including but not limited to boiler, chillers, cooling tower, air compressor, RO unit, etc.

　　Inspect and clean dust collection system

　　Maintain good housekeeping practices and ensure equipment is clean and areas are organized at all times (5S).

　　Conduct steam sterilization/sanitation of lines and equipment

　　Perform lab procedures for beer chemistry, grain analysis, water, and proofing alcohol.

　　Follow and maintain all SOP's.

　　Follow all safety precautions and related OSHA requirements.

　　Understand process flows and equipment (pumps, agitators, valves, instruments, etc)

　　Operate cage mill and grind verification

　　Perform normal and emergency startup/shutdown of all equipment.

　　Perform preventative maintenance as required.

　　Complete all distillery duties as directed by Supervisor.

　　Operate gauging tanks, filling barrels, dumping barrels, bottling line operations

　　Adheres to our business standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.

　　Problem solving and troubleshooting skills.

　　Ability to work in a team environment focusing on continuous improvement opportunities.

　　Overtime may be required, holiday work and weekends.

　　Forklift operations

　　Other duties as assigned.

　　Skills & Requirements

　　An outstanding work record including job performance, safety, and attendance.

　　Excellent oral and written communication skills

　　Ability to adapt to new challenges

　　Ability to multitask

　　Ability to strategically plan ahead

　　Attention to detail

　　Excellent problem-solving skills

　　Ability to learn from mistakes

　　Demonstrated mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)

　　Previous distillation/manufacturing experience preferred

　　Must be able to work in extremely hot, cold, loud, and dusty conditions.

　　Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills

　　Computer skills

　　Be able to physically perform all aspects of the position. This includes, but is not limited to:

　　Lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis from floor to shoulder height

　　Climb a minimum of two flights of stairs in succession

　　Able to bend, stoop, and reach overhead.

　　Education & Experience

　　High school or GED equivalent

　　Bachelor's degree preferred

　　Previous Distillation experience preferred

　　Previous Spirits industry position preferred

　　Job Posting End Date:

　　Target Hire Date:

　　2024-01-30

　　Target End Date:

　　Pernod Ricard USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities