Distiller

Journeyman Distillery LLCposted 17 days ago

Full-time

Three Oaks, MI

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About the position

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Distiller to join our innovative team, where craftsmanship meets precision in the art of distilling. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of expertise in the distillation process, with a deep understanding of raw materials, equipment, and techniques that elevate product quality to the highest standards. As a key player in our production team, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of distillation, ensuring consistency, and driving the creation of exceptional spirits. If you are passionate about distilling and have a keen eye for detail, we invite you to bring your expertise to a forward-thinking company that values quality, innovation, and tradition. Over the past 10 years, Journeyman Distillery has become a staple for genuine hospitality and world-class spirits in Southwest Michigan and throughout the Midwest. As a Distiller at Journeyman, you will ensure that the highest-quality standards are met in producing our award-winning spirits. You will be instrumental in supporting our distribution growth as well as in supplying our restaurants and premier events services.

Responsibilities

Oversee the production of grain and other product ingredients for distillery operations.
Mill grain and oversee daily mashes, fermentations and distillations.
Process spent grain and waste water.
Traveling between Three Oaks and Valparaiso for shifts.
Pump, distill, cut and proof the spirits.
Sample and taste product off the still and make accurate quality cuts.
Create and maintain detailed records of production through Stillhouse and Excel spreadsheets.
Maintain exceptional standards of cleanliness in the production facility.
Inspect and maintain the facility and equipment.
Communicate with staff and educate guests about whiskey process and history.
Blend aged product to meet consistent brand standards.
Organize and move pallets in storage and production areas.
Load and unload barrels, grain, bottles, chemicals, yeast and other production materials/supplies on and off of motor vehicles/delivery vehicles.
Rack and pull barrels as needed using necessary equipment.
Follow proper P.O. procedures to accurately fill purchase orders.
Properly follow organic, Kosher and gluten-free production guidelines.
Safely operate barrel filling pump, impeller pump, high proof pump, wine pump, discharge pumps, russel finex machine, mill, grain augers, and grain elevator.
Safely operate motor vehicles for barrel transport.
Safely operate forklift and skid steer.

Requirements

Looking for an experienced distillery operator with strong knowledge of mashing, distillation, and tasting operations.
Must have knowledge of pot/column distillation process.
Must be comfortable working in an environment where you may be exposed to alcohol, heavy machinery, and potentially hazardous materials.
Must have ability to use all senses to ensure consistency and quality in the production, barreling and bottling processes.
Must have ability to use hands in a precise and repetitive manner for periods of 8 -10 hours a day.
Must have ability to perform intensive physical work; may be required to lift up to 150 pounds occasionally with assistance, up to 50 pounds independently and frequently and perform such activities as bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting and grasping for up to 10 hours without sitting.
Highly flexible schedule with Full-time availability.