Apprentice Distiller I

St George Spirits•Alameda, CA

42d•Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1982, St. George Spirits is America’s oldest craft distillery. We are passionate about innovation and deeply committed to our craft. Our portfolio of original spirits includes a range of American single malt whiskey, as well as brandies, gins, vodkas, liqueurs, and absinthe. Our work has been recognized through a decade of James Beard Award nominations and multiple Hall of Fame honors. We are proud to be a true American original. St. George Spirits is committed to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and compliant workplace where craftsmanship, collaboration, and accountability are core values. Position Summary Under the supervision of the Distiller, the Apprentice Distiller I is an entry-level production role designed to introduce team members to the fundamentals of craft distillation. This position supports the day-to-day production, processing, and storage operations of the distillery by performing a wide range of tasks and projects. The Apprentice Distiller I assists the production team in daily distillery operations while developing knowledge of core processes including milling, mashing, fermentation, distillation, and packaging support. All St. George Spirits employees are expected to perform their duties in a safe manner and promptly report any safety concerns to management. The Apprentice Distiller I role provides an opportunity for growth within the Production Department, with the potential to advance to the Assistant Distiller position based on departmental needs and demonstrated abilities and performance.

Requirements

Thorough understanding of spirit categories as well as St. George products.
Thorough understanding of and ability to safely operate all production equipment.
Basic understanding of state and federal compliance regulations.
Ability to maintain all required safety and compliance training.
Must have clean driving record and willing to submit to a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check.
Ability to provide 2–3 professional references.

Nice To Haves

2 years of professional brewing, winemaking, and/or distilling experience.
1 Complete Harvest or equivalent required.
Meets and surpasses requirements of Production Assistant.
BS or BA preferred.
Strong verbal communication skills oriented towards detailed team coordination.
Basic understanding of chemistry and lab procedure.
Understanding of basic algebra.
Basic understanding of mechanical systems.
Ability to operate or become certified to operate forklifts and other material handling equipment.
Interest in craft distillation or beverage production preferred.
Previous warehouse, manufacturing, or production experience helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

Supports the day-to-day production, processing, and storage operations of the distillery by performing a wide range of tasks and projects.
Assists the production team in daily distillery operations while developing knowledge of core processes including milling, mashing, fermentation, distillation, and packaging support.
Performs duties in a safe manner and promptly reports any safety concerns to management.
Independently select and perform cleaning procedures relative to equipment as well as ensure safety of products.
Gauge and measure products for transfers, builds, and inventories.
Management of solid waste produced by production activities.
Ensuring a clean and organized production space.
Proactive barrel management and maintenance.
Proactive management of boilers.
Proactive management of refrigeration systems.
Perform basic lab procedures including proofing and basic build formulas.
Safely set up, operate, and clean all cellar equipment.
Safely and independently operate stills.
Adhere to safe operations and procedures.
Other duties as assigned.