Distiller - Philadelphia Distilling

Heaven Hill Brands

Philadelphia, PA, United StatesYesterday

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Key details

Location: Philadelphia, PA, United States
Work style: Onsite
Level: Mid level
Experience: 2–5 yrs
Function: other
Focus area: other
Posted: Yesterday

Skills

material handlingprocurementquality control

About the role

This role is an onsite position at our Philadelphia Distilling location in Philadelphia, PA. Schedule is Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm.

What the Role Is

The Distiller is responsible for the production of spirits at Philadelphia Distilling, including operating the still, transferring and blending spirits, and supporting daily production activities. This role ensures spirits are produced safely, efficiently, and in accordance with quality standards and production schedules. The Distiller plays a key role in maintaining product integrity and supporting operational excellence across the distillery.

How You Will Spend Your Time?

Operate the still to produce spirits in accordance with production standards and schedules.
Transfer, blend, and move spirits and raw materials throughout the distillery.
Adhere to the production schedule to meet monthly demand requirements.
Monitor and maintain product quality, including assessing flavor, aroma, and proof during processing.
Partner with the distilling team to make informed decisions about process progression based on quality indicators.
Ensure safe handling of materials and compliance with all safety policies and procedures.
Maintain accurate production documentation and batch records.
Support procurement activities for botanicals, packaging materials, and operating supplies as needed.
Coordinate safety initiatives and support Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) efforts.
Collaborate cross-functionally to support efficient material flow and production continuity.
Exemplify Heaven Hill’s Spirited Commitment values through daily actions, decisions, and interactions with others
Align with Heaven Hill’s continuous improvement philosophy to maximize safety, efficiency and effectiveness
Must be flexible to contribute to the team in other areas of production when needed
Perform other duties as assigned.

Who You Are…

Required Skills and Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent required; coursework or certification in distillation, brewing, or related field preferred.
Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in distillation, brewing, or manufacturing operations.
Hands-on experience operating production equipment
Knowledge of distillation processes and spirit production
Ability to operate and monitor stills and related equipment
Understanding of quality control principles (flavor, aroma, proof)
Safe material handling and production documentation
Basic procurement and inventory coordination
Strong time management skills
Clear and effective communication
Attention to detail
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based production environment
Sound judgment in quality-related decision making

Physical Requirements

While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to:

Stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, operate a computer, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must be able to use tools and other machinery required to perform basic maintenance tasks.
Lifting and Moving: Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. At times, the role may require manipulating heavy equipment, tools, and supplies and/or exerting up to 70 pounds of force.
Equipment and Work Areas: Must be able to work in, on, around, over, and under fixed equipment and machinery; to work from elevated platforms, aerial lifts, ladders, and scaffolding; and to concurrently manipulate multiple controls and machinery.
Mobility: Frequent and extensive walking is required, including the ability to walk up and down stairs.
Environmental Conditions: Employee may be required to work in hazardous or irritating environments, confined spaces, and adverse weather or temperature conditions. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, steel-toed shoes, hard hats, and other gear is required.

Benefits

Paid Vacation
11 Paid Holidays
Health, Dental & Vision eligibility from day one
FSA/HSA
401K match
EAP
Maternity/Paternity Leave

Heaven Hill and its affiliates are committed to fostering a diverse workforce as an Equal Employment Opportunity company. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds, without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, natural origin, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.