Cellar Tech

Blakes Beverage Company•Town of Huron, NY

About The Position

Primary responsibility is ensuring that only the highest quality product is made in and leaves the facility. This includes ensuring the facility cleanliness and quality standards are being diligently maintained. Being able to conduct all quality checks efficiency, effectively and in a timely manner is essential. Elements of this position include oversight of the following activities: Inventory management, employee training, Cellar work, & New Product Development. This team member must have a drive for continuous improvement in all processes, logical problem-solving skills, and the desire to lead by example.

Requirements

Required: High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to read, analyze and interpret industry/trade magazines.
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from various sources.
Excellent knowledge of the industry and trends impacting the business.
Ability to effectively communicate, in English, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to do routine business math calculations including computation of costs and pricing.
Ability to deal effectively with vendors in person and on the telephone.
Excellent understanding of the principles of Production.
Able to use Microsoft Office Applications
Must be able to lift & move at least 165 pounds at a time on a regular basis (1/2-barrel full weight)
Must be able to remain standing for an entire shift
Must be able to perform regular duties safely
Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job

Responsibilities

Liquid transfers
Tank Cleaning
Centrifuge operation
Branding/blending
Filtration
Stabilization
General cleaning
Research and development
Filling out appropriate paperwork accurately daily
Working as a team member in producing a high volume of quality hard cider in a safe and efficient manner
Learn, understand and execute packaging operations according the process instructions and/or standard operation procedures (SOP’s)
Regular attendance in order to work packaging shifts as scheduled by the cellar manager
Work in tandem with other Cellarmen, Supervisors, Managers, and other BHC personal
Help-out as needed in all other parts of the BHC production building (Team Player)
Keep the cellar areas and workspaces clean and organized
Maintain cellar tools, equipment, and materials by using them to their designed intent
Ensure finished product is safely and neatly stored in its appropriate area, and logged accurately each day
Complete all paperwork associated with each duty to 100% accuracy
Assist co-workers and cross-train employees in other departments, new hires, and other personal as asked.
Communicate to the production team any inventory shortages or other potential issues that may occur
Maintain a positive Production Facility attitude and ensure that all employees under your supervision are aligned with the company goals
Makes a positive contribution to the team through attitude, ideas, and work ethic
Always conducts yourself in a professional and cooperative manner
Arrive on time with a positive attitude every day
Ensure that your time is being used efficiently and effectively every day
Meeting or exceeding production volume goals as established by the Manager