Volition Brewing: Cellar Person
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Department: Production / Brewhouse
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Position Title: Cellar & Operations Technician (Cellar / Keg Delivery)
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Reports To: Brewer / Head Brewer
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Employment Type: Full-time, hourly
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Compensation: Competitive wages, based on experience
Position Summary
The Cellar & Operations Technician supports daily brewery operations with a primary focus on cellar work, keg management, and wholesale keg delivery. This role is critical to maintaining product quality, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-minded, physically capable, and excited to support both the brewhouse and the taproom.
This position combines hands-on production support with external-facing responsibilities through wholesale keg delivery and customer interaction.
Key Responsibilities
Cellar & Production Support
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Perform keg washing, sanitizing, filling, and staging for taproom and wholesale accounts
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Execute tank cleaning and sanitation (CIP) according to brewery SOPs
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Assist with cellar operations including beer transfers, dry hopping support, carbonation checks, and yeast handling as needed
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Maintain cleanliness and organization of cellar, cold storage, and production areas
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Monitor and report on keg inventory, cooperage condition, and cellar supplies
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Follow all quality, safety, and sanitation standards
Wholesale Keg Delivery & Logistics
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Deliver kegs to wholesale accounts in a safe, timely, and professional manner
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Load and unload kegs and equipment (full and empty)
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Maintain delivery vehicle cleanliness and report maintenance needs
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Serve as a brand ambassador while interacting with accounts
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Accurately complete delivery logs and paperwork
Taproom & Operations Support
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Assist with taproom keg changes and draft system support as needed
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Support general brewery operations during busy periods or events
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Help maintain overall brewery cleanliness and safety standards
Required Qualifications
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Prior experience in a brewery, cellar, warehouse, or beverage production environment preferred
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Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
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Ability to safely lift and move kegs (up to 165 lbs with assistance or equipment)
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Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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Comfortable working in wet, cold, and physically demanding environments
Preferred Qualifications
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Previous cellar or packaging experience
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Familiarity with brewery safety practices, chemicals, and SOPs
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Forklift or pallet jack experience (or willingness to be trained)
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Knowledge of draft systems and keg maintenance
Physical Requirements
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Standing, bending, kneeling, and lifting for extended periods
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Repetitive motions and work in confined spaces and lift 50lbs
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Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional early mornings or weekends
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Work Environment
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Production brewery environment with exposure to heat, cold, noise, CO2, chemicals, and moving equipment
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Safety training and PPE provided
