Distillery Operator, Delayed 1st Shift
Company: Jeptha Creed
Location: Shelbyville
Posted on: June 25, 2022
Job Description:
Distillery Operator, Delayed 1st Shift PositionThe 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
- Barrels- filling barrels and taking them to the barrel
warehouse for storage
- Bottling- Assist in processing finished products and
bottling
- Record keeping - maintain precise 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
Physical Aspects:
- Applicant must be able to lift up-to 70 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+
- Ability to work multiple shifts as needed for production
scheduling, to include second shift as well as some weekends
Desired Skills and Experiences:
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- High school diploma, GED or equivalent preferred.
- Must have a driver's license.
- Experience with driving a truck and trailer is preferred.
- Experience with using farm equipment is preferred.
- Experience using a fork lift is preferred.
- Ability to work some weekends and holidays.
- A full background check and drug screening may be required
Keywords: Jeptha Creed, Louisville , Distillery Operator, Delayed 1st Shift, Other , Shelbyville, Kentucky
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