Reports to: Production Manager
ABOUT MCTAVISH BRANDS - 101 CIDER HOUSE AND PULP CULTURE
McTavish Brands family is focused on the ‘better for you’ alcoholic beverage category and are made from 100% fresh pressed juice, locally sourced herbs, teas and adaptogens. Our products contain zero sugar, are vegan and keto friendly, and have one of the lowest calorie counts of any in the alcohol realm
Our products have quickly become a staple in major nationwide chain stores such as Whole Foods, BevMo, Sprouts, and Total Wine as well as independent liquor stores and restaurants throughout California. We are growing quickly! We are distributed in 9 states with 3 more finalized by the end of January, plus 3 Canadian provinces, and Japan with more being added. We are still relatively small, so every person who joins our team is integral to our success.
101 Cider House is the original “adults only” juice bar. We work with local farms to produce raw juice, using only fresh source verified ingredients. Our juice is pressed in small batches, then fermented and aged for 3 months to produce a naturally alcoholic and certified probiotic beverage.
Pulp Culture was dreamt up by two fitness-minded foodies turned social entrepreneurs, created by mother nature, and loved by ambitious, fun-loving folks who believe in better. Better nights. Better mornings. Better life. Pulp Culture is the result of the pursuit of better with a focus on adaptogenic functional fermented beverages.
The Operations Assistant reports to the Production Manager and is responsible for many aspects of the day-to-day functions of the Cider House. They play active roles in creation, cellaring, packaging, and cleaning. The Operations Assistant will follow Cider House procedures and recipes established for and approved by McTavish Brands. Candidates must share McTavish Brands’ commitment to quality, safety, business ethics, and continuous innovation.
Raw materials receipt, storage, and retrieval for blending
Base Cider/Cider Blend production and adjuncting, on various batch sizes dictated by the recipe sheet
Adhering to fermentation protocols, prescribed record keeping, noting any discrepancies, and performing associated math equations such as mixing ratios and ABV target dilutions
Correctly engaging/disengaging valve and frequency drives associated with the SOP transfer and blending processes
Following established SOP’s to clean all Cider House equipment with safe handling of cleaning chemicals
Using the associated equipment to fill or empty wooden casks, kegs, barrels, etc., and safely moving vessels on their storage rack with a forklift
Thorough understanding of Cider House operations, vessels, and CIP to ensure high quality Cider is produced
Carbonation and packaging of finished product in kegs, cans and bottles
Troubleshooting of various equipment like the Canning Line, Pumps, and Keg Washer
Batch execution according to schedule and tank availability in a timely manner
Some lab work including pH meter and Anton-Paar equipment
Be a team player and able to interact with all levels within the organization
Adhere to and enforce all applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations
Clearly Communicate within the department and company effectively via Slack and Email
Other tasks may be assigned as needed
Must be 21 years of age or older at the time of application
Able to pass a post-offer, pre-employment background check
Minimum 1 year of commercial/craft production cidery/brewery experience required or college/technical school education specific towards a cidery/brewery
Forklift operator certification (willing to learn to obtain certification)
Prior experience operating a forklift and pallet jack
Strong work ethic and self-starting attitude
Strong interpersonal skills and a love for meeting and interacting with people
Thorough attention to detail and desire to take initiative
Must adhere to company’s policies and procedures
Desire to work in a fast-paced, growing company
Some Evening, weekend, availability may be required
Ability to work any shift in a production environment required
Able to stand for prolonged periods
Able to stoop, crawl, twist, turn, lift, kneel, climb ladders and stairs
Able to manipulate valves and clamps
Able to read and follow written English instructions
Able to regularly lift/carry 44-pound boxes and 30-pound empty kegs
Able to regularly twist, turn, kneel, climb, stoop, bend, crawl, lift and carry supplies and equipment weighing up to 75 pounds using appropriate techniques and tools
Able to lift/move 165 pounds with appropriate equipment and/or assistance
Able to proficiently stack and move barrels on barrel racks
Able to comply with safe chemical handling procedures, including personal protection equipment such as gloves and goggles
Able to both work and thrive in a high-stress environment that has a quiet to moderate noise level
Able to read and follow written English instructions
Able to safely navigate the tasting room and snack bar areas, including crowded spaces
Able to work in a factory/production environment that may be loud, slick, humid, cold, and hot
Able to work in indoor and outdoor environments with moderate noise and occasionally slippery floors
Able to comply with and enforce all health, safety, and personal hygiene policies and standards
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS AND PERKS ELIGIBILITY
Health benefits (with a per month employer contribution towards any plan)
$50 towards gym/health membership monthly
2 weeks paid time off (pending manager approval)
Eligible to participate in 401(k)
Free cider and hard juice perks
McTavish Brands strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
Submit a cover letter and resume to ben@mctavishbrands.com. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
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