What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cellar Crew Lead position at 2 Towns Ciderhouse?
The Cellar Crew Lead will guide the cellar crew in the daily operations of the cellar. Operations range from assisting in producing craft alcohol beverages to running crossflow filtration, cleaning equipment, and preparing the finished product for sale and distribution. Cellar Leads are expected to have a positive attitude and contribute to the success of the cellar crew in a fast-paced environment!
Duties & Responsibilities
- Maintain high communication standards with cellar teams and managers, establish clear communication protocols, utilize various channels, and foster a culture of open feedback and collaboration
- Support special projects and consistently identify and improve standard operating procedures
- Collaborate with the lab for timely analyses and informed production decisions
- Work with the maintenance team to identify and resolve equipment issues
- Strong understanding and enforcement of all production SOP’s
- Monitor workflow, assign tasks, and work with the Cellar Manager to adjust schedules as necessary to meet deadlines
- Train, mentor, and evaluate team members to build a high-performing team
- Maintain accurate production records, logs, and reports utilizing a variety of computer-based applications
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory standards
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Leadership & Safety
- Strong leadership and team-building skills
- Excellent problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills
- Proficient in identifying defects in products, procedures, or equipment
- Leads by example by adhering to all safety protocols
- Promptly addresses and reports any unsafe conditions or accidents
- Implement and uphold safety protocols
Physical Requirements
- Able to be flexible in both schedule and duties, heavy physical activity, performing regular strenuous activities, including standing, walking, climbing, reaching, carrying, pushing, pulling, squatting, and other motions
- Requires lifting and moving objects up to 50 lbs. in weight independently, and up to 100 lbs. or more with assistance
Required Qualifications
- 21 years or older
- Clean driving record (Motor Vehicle Report will be run)
- Minimum one year of alcohol production experience in a commercial cellar
Schedule - Sunday - Wednesday (8:00 am - 8:30 pm) *Wednesday Rotation
The Cellar Team operates on a rotating shift schedule with changing shifts weekly. We primarily operate on 4 days on 3 days off, and 3 days on 4 days off, with a rotating weekly schedule. The crew works 12-hour shifts with overtime for any hours worked over 10 hours in one day or 40 hours in one week. We apply the overtime hours that best benefit the employee per pay period. Flexibility with schedule changes and weekend availability is required.
Compensation & Benefits
Starting Wage = $25.00 - $27.00/hour (DOE)
- Medical & Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Supplemental Insurance Options
- 401K or Roth Matching Retirement Plan
- 80 Hours Paid Vacation - 1st year - (112 after one year of employment)
- Paid Sick Leave
- 9 Paid Holidays
- Swag Allotments
- Sizeable Cider Allotment
- Safety Work Boot Voucher Program
- Forklift Training & Certification
2 Towns Vision:We aspire to create craft alcoholic beverages accessible to the people, utilizing the most advanced production standards and quality Northwest ingredients, without being afraid to do things a little differently. Much like our product, 2 Towns as a company is fun, unique, and energetic. Our crew makes what we do possible and is committed to fostering an environment of fairness, empowerment, and security.
EEOC Statement:Equal Employment Opportunity is a fundamental principle at 2 Towns Ciderhouse. Decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, and other conditions of employment are made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.
Salary : $25 - $27