Job Details

The Cellar Associate will assist the Cellar Manager to effectively coordinate the activities of the production department and maintain all stock levels. We're looking for a self-motivated, team focused, individual who can assist us in growing our cellar efficiencies. This position will assist in the day-to-day operations of our production facility, and proactively work to maintain a quality first approach to cocktail building, and assisting packaging with cocktail preparation. We are growing rapidly as a company and seek an ambitious individual to help drive us into our fast approaching future.

Scope of Work & Responsibilities:

• Use good manufacturing practices to mix, blend, filter, and process world class cocktails and components

• Maintain cellar cleanliness and organization standards

• Coordinate with Cellar Manager to fulfill production schedule

• Maintain inventory of base spirits and ready to package products

• Communicate with leadership to understand upcoming production schedule and plan materials organization accordingly to meet goals

• Perform preventive maintenance as required for processing equipment

• Record and input production information within distillery/winery tracking software

• Perform and record QC records in accordance with TTB requirements and internal standards

• Work closely with Cellar Manager to develop and implement Quality Management System

• Leverage experience to evaluate current manufacturing processes and advise changes to benefit product quality and efficiency

• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures.

• Keep up to date job knowledge and operational trends by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; and participating in professional organizations.

• Operate forklift according to established safety standards.

• Following safety protocols and proactively work to mitigate potential safety risks

• Support the protocols set for improvements to the production space: cardboard recycling, plastic film recycling, etc.; Implement recycling and trash protocols; day to day protocols/responsibilities.

• Properly dispose of waste materials according to Straightaway policy, including for recycling, composting, and hazardous wastes

• Effectively manage water and energy use to reduce Straightaway's environmental impact

Qualifications:

• 2-3 years experience in a related cellar role or relevant degree

• Proven organization and data entry skills, with high attention to detail.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, constantly changing work environment.

• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.

• Strong mechanical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to maintain a clean work environment.

• Physical requirements: Must be able to bend over, twist, kneel, stand for the duration of a shift, lift 55 pounds, and maneuver 300 pounds repeatedly.

• Proper handling of hazardous materials and operation of complex machinery.

• Experience operating a forklift is preferred.

• Must possess excellent communication skills.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Personal Wellness Days
• Paid Volunteer Time

Starting pay $25/hour