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CITIZEN CIDER LLC

Brand Ambassador - ALBANY

Albany, NY · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Attend retail tastings and events as scheduled by Citizen Cider Representatives. * Engage with shoppers and the general public to educate on Citizen Cider and our product portfolio. * Professional ...

CITIZEN CIDER LLC

Brand Ambassador - UTICA, NY

Utica, NY · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Attend retail tastings and events as scheduled by Citizen Cider Representatives. * Engage with shoppers and the general public to educate on Citizen Cider and our product portfolio. * Professional ...

CITIZEN CIDER LLC

Brand Ambassador - ELMIRA NY

Elmira, NY · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Attend retail tastings and events as scheduled by Citizen Cider Representatives. * Engage with shoppers and the general public to educate on Citizen Cider and our product portfolio. * Professional ...

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As of Jul 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for cider in the United States is $16.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $18.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Cider position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cider Maker, you need expertise in fermentation science, a good understanding of apple varieties, and experience in beverage production, often supported by relevant agricultural or brewing qualifications. Familiarity with equipment such as fermenters, hydrometers, and laboratory testing tools, as well as certifications in food safety and quality control, is typically required. Attention to detail, creativity, and strong problem-solving skills set outstanding Cider Makers apart. These competencies ensure consistent product quality, regulatory compliance, and innovative cider offerings in a competitive market.

What does a typical day look like for a Cider Maker in a commercial cidery?

A typical day for a Cider Maker involves overseeing the fermentation process, monitoring product quality through regular lab testing, and managing the blending, filtering, and packaging of cider. You may also collaborate closely with orchard managers, marketing teams, and sales staff to align production with demand. Troubleshooting equipment, implementing new recipes, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations are also regular responsibilities. This dynamic work environment offers a blend of hands-on production tasks and opportunities for creativity and innovation.

What is a Cider job?

A Cider job typically involves working in the production, distribution, or sales of cider, a fermented apple beverage. Roles can range from orchard management and fermentation to quality control and marketing. Responsibilities may include sourcing apples, monitoring fermentation, bottling, and promoting products. Depending on the position, knowledge of brewing, agriculture, or sales may be required.

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2nd Shift Production Supervisor

2nd Shift Production Supervisor

Vermont Cider Company

Middlebury, VT

$65K - $75K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

Description

Location: Middlebury, Vermont | Onsite Manufacturing Role


Vermont Hard Cider Co., d.b.a. Green Mountain Beverage, is a leading co-packaging partner and manufacturer of hard cider, alcoholic, and specialty non-alcoholic beverages. We're looking for a 2nd Shift Production Supervisor to lead our evening crew-keeping things running smoothly, supporting the team, and making sure production stays safe and efficient. You will lead off-shift production in a fully supported shift structure, with maintenance, quality, sanitation, and operations resources available to keep beverage packaging running safely and efficiently.  Ready to lead a great crew and make every evening shift count? Apply today and bring your production leadership to Green Mountain Beverage.


Your impact: stronger handoffs, less downtime, smoother changeovers, and steady evening shift performance.


Schedule: Monday to Thursday, 4:00pm to 2:30am


What You Will Do

Lead employees and temporary workers with coaching, accountability, and clear expectations.

Drive canning, kegging, and variety pack execution.

Use floor observations and metrics to improve flow, quality, downtime, and sanitation readiness.

Coordinate staffing, handoffs, reporting, escalations, and cross-functional support.


Leadership Impact to Highlight

Stand out by sharing results such as reduced downtime, better flow, stronger handoffs, improved accountability, employee development, or safety and quality gains.


Requirements

Key qualifications: Bring 3-5+ years of production, manufacturing, packaging, food/beverage, CPG, or regulated operations experience, along with proven team leadership, strong floor presence, confident real-time decision-making, and the ability to drive safety, quality, staffing, handoffs, production metrics, and troubleshooting during live operations.


Compensation & Benefits

Compensation: $65,000-$75,000 annually, plus bonus and benefits eligibility. Final pay depends on experience, qualifications, internal equity, and business needs.

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, PTO, holidays, paid parental leave, 401k match, employee assistance resources, and other eligible company-sponsored benefits.


About Vermont Cider Company

We reinvigorated American hard cider in 1991 and continue to lead the category through our commitment to crafting innovative and refreshing hard ciders. Vermont Cider Co. crafts a variety of ciders from iconic Woodchuck Hard Cider to fruit-forward Wyder's Cider. Visit our Cider House tap room in Middlebury, VT or learn more at www.vtciderco.com where you can find cider near you or order online.


About Green Mountain Beverage

Green Mountain Beverage is a world-class co-packer of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, offering quality, flexibility, and expertise to help brands scale with confidence.


Vermont Hard Cider Company is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law. Employment may be subject to verification of background investigation and other job-related requirements.

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