ANXO Cider has been crafting sugar-free canned ciders made from premium Mid-Atlantic apples for seven years. Our new production facility in Chambersburg, PA is online and we're looking for cellar help! Join a fun, experienced talented team and be a part of growing the dry cider revolution. Applications and inquires should be sent to Sam@ANXOcider.com. Details below...
JOB TITLE: Production Assistant
LOCATION: Cidery, Chambersburg, PA
REPORTS TO: Head Cidermaker
FLSA POSITION TYPE: Full Time or Part Time, Hourly Non-Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Production Assistant position is primarily responsible for cellaring operations (racking, tank/tote/keg cleaning), packaging operations (canning and kegging), and will also assist with dock operations (building orders and loading/unloading trucks) for a growing mid-sized cidery. This role could be part time (hourly) or a full time (salary) position and will include an education on cidermaking from two individuals with over two decades of combined experience.
THE RIGHT CANDIDATE WILL:
JOB TITLE: Production Assistant
LOCATION: Cidery, Chambersburg, PA
REPORTS TO: Head Cidermaker
FLSA POSITION TYPE: Full Time or Part Time, Hourly Non-Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Production Assistant position is primarily responsible for cellaring operations (racking, tank/tote/keg cleaning), packaging operations (canning and kegging), and will also assist with dock operations (building orders and loading/unloading trucks) for a growing mid-sized cidery. This role could be part time (hourly) or a full time (salary) position and will include an education on cidermaking from two individuals with over two decades of combined experience.
THE RIGHT CANDIDATE WILL:
- Possess a team-first attitude and understand the need to be a self-starter
- Have basic mechanical skills and the ability to operate machinery, including packaging lines and forklifts
- Maintain organization, discipline, be detail oriented with the ability to multitask
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Willingness to assist with tasks outside key responsibilities
- Communicate efficiently with team and customers
- Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO):
- Transferring juice/cider in and out of tanks
- Cleaning, maintaining, and sanitizing tanks, totes, kegs, and equipment (CIP/SIP)
- Operating on a canning line
- Packaging cider into kegs
- Cross-training on fermentation monitoring and running quality checks
- Maintaining accurate records
- Abiding by safety rules and regulations
- Willingness to learn, take direction, and work collaboratively
- Appropriately represent the ANXO brand while working
OTHER PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to work at a fast pace and remain on feet for long periods
- Ability to frequently reach out with hands and arms as well as stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds employing traditional lifting methods
- Ability to be frequently exposed to wet conditions and work in extreme cold and heat
- Ability to safely handle chemicals
- Ability to work near moving mechanical parts
COMPENSATION:
- Compensation based on qualifications and experience
- Access to employee discounts on products and merchandise
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent technical degree in related field are a plus but not required
- Previous experience working in alcohol manufacturing with an understanding of the physical requirements of this type of position is recommended but not required (forklift certified is a plus!)
- Must be neat, organized and understand cleaning is paramount
BENEFITS:
- Vacation and Sick Leave
- Access to healthcare (Company covers a portion of base health insurance)
