Production Associate – Southern Distilling Company

Southern Distilling Company is a family-owned, large volume distillery located in Statesville, NC, manufacturing whiskeys, rums, and agave spirits as well as providing barrel warehousing and co-packaging services. We’re looking for an ideal candidate (you) to join our family. Versatile, ambitious, self-tasked individuals who are open to a fluid daily schedule with a keen attention to detail are perfect for this job. May work first, second or third shifts.

The Production Associate requires a wide set of skills. You’ll work with others on the production team which is responsible for duties related to distilling operations including but not limited to:

• Mashing, fermenting, and distilling
• Barrel filling and handling
• Oversee grain handling equipment including hoppers, augers, silos, and mill
• Material receiving and shipping
• Forklift operation
• Will work in other areas of the distillery as needed
• Maintain the distillery’s high quality and production standards

Qualifications/Requirements

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• High mechanical aptitude
• Ability to multitask
• Detail oriented and demonstrated ability to perform work with high degree of accuracy
• Valid driver’s license
• At least 21 years of age

Preferred Requirements

• 4-year college degree or coursework toward achieving
• Two (2) years manufacturing experience
• Ability to communicate with all levels of an organization
• Ability to quickly learn new systems/processes
• Strong interpersonal skills

Physical Requirements

• Capable of working on your feet, sitting, climbing stairs and ladders, bending, kneeling, and squatting
• Ability to pick up and/or move objects up to 50 pounds without assistance
• Ability to work in non-conditioned environments
• Ability to work overtime if necessary

To apply send a cover letter and your resume to Cyndy Sowder:

Via email: Jobs@SouthernDistilling.com
Via mail: Cyndy Sowder, 211 Jennings Rd., Statesville, NC 28625