Job description

Rate: $20/hr. Part-time (24 - 30 hours per week and is day shift only)
Benefits: After 90-day probationary period meeting minimum of 24 hours per week, candidate qualifies for paid time off and will be considered for full-time
Expected Start Date: May 2023

This role starts at 24 hours per week but can move up into full-time for the right candidate after the successful completion of a 90-day probationary period.

Durham Distillery, winner of the "Best Distillery in the Triangle" seven years in a row (2016 - 2022) and distillers of Conniption Gin, is looking for a Distillery Production & Warehouse Associate who will be responsible for performing highly diversified duties. Our production/packaging is expanding, and this is a vital role at Durham Distillery — packaging and facilities management is a very important part of keeping the distillery humming. We have a small, lean team, and we work extremely hard but also, we have a lot of fun because, hey - we make gin!

This Associate will be a self-starter, looking to become an integral member of the distillery production team including but not limited to: bottling, canning, packing, and maintaining facilities machinery (assist to troubleshoot, repair and maintain production and facility equipment according to safety, predictive and preventive maintenance systems).

What You'll Do:

• Assist with bottling/canning of distillery products, including Conniption Gin; Conniption Ready to Drink canned cocktails, Damn Fine liqueurs
• Assemble boxes, equipment, tables as needed; assemble and move pallets and tables when necessary
• Shrink wrap and palletize cases in preparation for shipment; loading and unloading of shipments
• Organization of pallets in distillery and warehouse
• Provide facilities support in a high-volume manufacturing environment
• Safely operate and service equipment, troubleshoot problems, changeover equipment, perform quality checks and maintenance tasks
• Perform equipment changeover, preventative and reactive maintenance including inspection, lubrication and equipment set up daily
• Understand and adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures and best practices to ensure quality standards for bottling lines
• Complete daily and routine maintenance on equipment as needed
• Ensure all electrical, HVAC (some), and building facilities are maintained. Perform small repairs on company equipment and appliances. For larger projects, oversee the hiring and successful completion by third parties
• Assist with the clean-up of trash and debris from the distillery and warehouse space.
• Clean distillery tanks and equipment on an as needed basis
• Clean and maintain ice machine on a bi-monthly basis
• Understand and comply with safety requirements of work area and keep safety top of mind at all times during general operation, maintenance, changing parts and setup of equipment
• Ensure adherence to all Personal Safety, Food Safety and Environmental Policies and Procedures
• Utilize team messenger service (Slack) for communication

Must have:

• 1-2 years of Distillery and/or Brewery Production or Maintenance experience a plus
• High school degree (College/Trade school experience a plus)
• Work well in a team-oriented environment
• General “handyperson” knowledge/experience with basic understanding of electrical systems, plumbing, HVAC
• Familiarity with restaurant equipment (ice machine, refrigeration); carbonation/kegging a plus
• Ability to drive a box truck (non-CDL), operate a forklift, use powered pallet jacks a plus
• Familiarity with loading dock operations (load/unload) a plus
• Must have reliable transportation
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Great communication (email & phone) and interpersonal abilities for external providers as well as internal customers

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent standing, reaching, climbing, stooping and kneeling required. Must be able to consistently lift and handle 50+ pounds worth of material.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Durham, NC 27701: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

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