Distiller (Beverage Alcohol)

Distiller Wanted. We Make Alcohol Things.

Blaum Bros. Distilling Co. is a wholly family-owned and operated, 10 year old distillery located in historic Galena, IL. We distill a variety of spirits such as vodka, gin, rum, and absinthe — but our primary production is focused on bourbon, rye, and malt whiskey. We are into other types of ill ish, like music, movies, and creating/prolonging awkward moments. Like this moment. Right now.

Our Philosophy:

Founded by actual brothers that don’t beat the hell out of each other often, we take our spirits seriously; not ourselves. We don’t do anything the cheap or easy way, as we truly strive to create the best version of each spirit we make. If you’re into taking shortcuts for the sake of it, please don’t apply. Unless you are able to find a new shortcut the local Mexican restaurant. Cause we can tear up some queso.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities to Include (but are not limited to):

• Report to Chief Distiller/Blender, and work well with other fellow production comrades
• Engage in shenanigans that are cheeky and fun. No shenanigans that are cruel and tragic
• Mash and control fermentation on our 2000L system
• Distill on our 2000L Kothe hybrid still, 400L Hoga pot still, and our cute little 20L R&D pot still. She’s adorable
• Perform daily quality assurance/quality control responsibilities
• Manage inventory and keep detailed records
• Perform all duties within compliance of safety policy
• Maintain and enforce safety policy within the scope of OSHA standards
• Perform all daily duties and record keeping within TTB regulations
• Create and maintain raw materials and operate heavy machinery, such as fork lift, pick up truck, and light cycles (if needed)
• Proof, blend, barrel, and bottle all types of spirits
• Clean all production equipment
• Create, follow, and maintain SOPs
• Pour and educate at offsite events as necessary

Applicant Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of previous distilling or brewing experience
• Experience with TTB reporting software such as Whiskey Systems and/or Distillery Solutions (now Five x 5 Solutions) is preferred, but not required
• Strong organizational and project management skills (no, this is not from a boiler plate job ad…. This is crucial and critical, and those two words are very similar).
• Ability to work autonomously
• Lack of an ego and willingness to learn and take constructive criticism
• Be able to live and work within a geographical oddity. Two weeks from everywhere! (Not really).
• Ability to have a flexible schedule, within reason. There are early days and there are late days, but work/life balance is taken seriously.
• Must be at least 21 years of age with clean, valid driver’s license, and a reliable form of transportation to and from work.

Physical Requirements:

• This is a physically demanding position
• Bending/Stooping/Kneeling
• Climbing
• Lifting-Heavy (50-70 Lbs)
• Reaching/Pulling/Pushing
• Standing and Walking
• Contortionsim: definitely not required, but if you can do this, please let us put it on Instagram.
• Ability to work in hot conditions in the summer.

Compensation:

• This is a full time, salaried position. Salary is based on proven distilling and production experience.
• Ten paid vacation days and 5 paid sick days to start

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Distilling/Brewing: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $35,000 - $40,000