Spirit Production Assistant

Ko-Kwel Casino Resort Coos Bay•North Bend, OR

About The Position

The Spirit Production Assistant supports the daily operations of Ko-Kwel Spirits through hands-on production work, including bottling, labeling, packaging, transporting products and materials, and keeping the production area organized. The role works closely with the Spirit Production Specialist and other team members to meet daily production goals, maintain cleanliness and safety standards, and support Cask Club fulfillment and spirit-related projects. This is an active, hands-on role involving work in production and storage areas. Duties may include standing, walking, lifting, moving materials, and using material-handling equipment. The production environment may have fluctuating temperatures, loud equipment, airborne particles, and alcohol vapors. Weekend, evening, and holiday availability may occasionally be required based on operational needs. The casino environment may expose team members to secondhand smoke.

Requirements

Previous experience in production, warehouse, manufacturing, food and beverage, brewery, distillery, or packaging environments.
Ability to follow detailed instructions and maintain consistent quality standards.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Comfort performing repetitive production tasks while maintaining accuracy.
Basic understanding of inventory organization and material handling.
Comfort using basic computer programs such as Outlook and Excel.
Ability to obtain and maintain a current state alcohol pouring permit and food handler's card upon hiring.
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Reliable and dependable, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Commitment to safety and maintaining a clean work environment.
Ability to pass and remain in compliance with background and drug-free workplace policies.
Ability to communicate clearly and positively with guests and teammates.
Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 80 pounds.
Ability to perform frequent bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and repetitive hand movements.
Must pass the employer forklift certification test.

Nice To Haves

Forklift and pallet jack experience.

Responsibilities

Keep the work area safe, clean, and welcoming, and report safety concerns to the Safety Committee.
Assist with bottling, labeling, sealing, packaging, pick lists, and staging products for storage or transport.
Transport spirits, barrels, supplies, and production materials between locations and departments as needed.
Assist with down proofing, batching, blending support, and daily production preparation.
Maintain accurate inventory movement and organization within the production area.
Follow production SOPs and safety procedures to support consistency and compliance.
Clean and sanitize production equipment, tools, and workspaces.
Support Cask Club bottle-fill days and fulfillment preparation.
Load, unload, palletize, and organize shipments and deliveries.
Report equipment issues, supply shortages, and safety concerns to leadership.
Collaborate with Cask Club, FOH, Culinary, and other departments to support production timelines and operational needs.
Support the Cask Club and help where needed to keep operations running smoothly.
Perform other duties as assigned.