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Vermont Cider Company

Cellar Operator

Middlebury, VT

$19 - $24/hr

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 ...

Citizen Cider

Cider Maker/ Brewer

Burlington, VT · On-site

Job Title: Cider Maker/Cellar Operator Department: Operations FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt ... Sure, we work hard, but we also craft moments that allow our workplace to pause, create and connect.

CITIZEN CIDER LLC

Cider Maker/ Brewer

Burlington, VT

Cider Maker/Cellar Operator Department: Operations FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt Salary or Wage ... Sure, we work hard, but we also craft moments that allow our workplace to pause, create and connect.

Citizen Cider

Cider Maker/ Brewer

Burlington, VT · On-site

Cider Maker/Cellar Operator Department: Operations FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt Salary or Wage ... Sure, we work hard, but we also craft moments that allow our workplace to pause, create and connect.

Blakes Beverage Company

Packaging Tech

Wolcott, NY · On-site

$17/hr

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 to process instructions and/or ...

Blakes Beverage Co

Packaging Tech

Wolcott, NY · On-site

$17/hr

Description Job Summary The Packaging Technician's primary responsibilities will be the daily packaging of liquid (hard cider) into cans and keg packages, operating packaging machinery, and the ...

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Cellar Operator

Cellar Operator

Vermont Cider Company

Middlebury, VT

$19 - $24/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

Description

   

Vermont Cider Company is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Cellar Operator to join our growing production team in Middlebury, VT.   This role is an excellent opportunity to contribute directly to fermentation and blending operations while working in a safety-driven, quality-focused manufacturing environment.

  

The ideal candidate is reliable, proactive, and eager to learn and support high-quality beverage production from tank to finished product. 


Schedule:

  • Monday-Thursday
  • 10-hour shifts
  • 1st Shift

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: (Additional duties may be assigned) 

  • Build fermentation blends and product blends by interpreting recipe sheets and adding appropriate materials.
  • Disassembly and reassembly of Cellar equipment for purposes of cleaning and sanitizing using both COP and CIP procedures.
  • Perform CIP of cellar equipment.
  • Deliver analytical samples to Quality Control for analysis.
  • Perform environmental cleaning in fermentation and blend tank areas.
  • Complete basic preventive maintenance related to cellar operations.
  • Perform general equipment repairs as directed by the Cellar Manager
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area at all times.
  • Comply with all safety requirements.

Requirements

Requirements

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED 

  • High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Ability to learn and demonstrate a working understanding of fermentation and blending processes within 6 months.
  • Basic math and English skills.
  • Ability to navigate control screens to initiate and stop CIP operations.
  • Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues impacting cellar processes.
  • Basic project management skills to complete assigned work as directed by supervisor.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

  • Routinely lift up to 50 pounds
  • Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling chemicals.
  • Safely climb ladders and perform work at the top of fermentation and blend tanks.
  • Regular exposure to cleaning and production-line CIP chemicals
  • Light maintenance work in a mechanical production setting
  • Work requires standing, walking, bending, lifting, and working on concrete floors.

Vermont Cider Company offers a comprehensive benefit package including bonus plan, 401k match, paid time off, paid parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life & accidental insurance, and more! 


About the 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.


Vermont Cider Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. Employment is subject to verification of background investigation.




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