About the Role
The Distiller plays a hands-on role in producing award-winning Texas whiskey, supporting all aspects of the distilling process from grain handling to barreling to ensure quality, safety, and consistency. The ideal candidate takes pride in craftsmanship, thrives in a fast-paced production environment, and upholds high standards for quality and integrity.
Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain distilling, mashing, and fermentation systems to meet production goals.
- Record and track daily production data accurately and consistently.
- Support equipment maintenance and cleaning to sustain quality and operational efficiency.
- Follow all standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure safety and compliance.
- Inspect and monitor process controls, alerting leadership to issues promptly.
- Assist in the handling and movement of barrels, ingredients, and finished product.
- Participate in continuous improvement efforts and cross-training as needed.
- Operate and maintain grain handling systems including silos, augers, and mills.
- Manage mash cooking, fermentation, distillation, and barrel-filling processes.
- Perform daily sanitation and cleaning to maintain equipment integrity.
- Complete accurate logs for mashing, distillation, sampling, and barreling.
- Safely operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and other heavy equipment.
- Support warehouse operations, including loading, unloading, and materials movement.
- Monitor environmental conditions and ensure compliance with safety standards.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- Basic computer literacy (data entry and log management).
- Strong attention to detail and safety orientation.
- Clear communication skills and team-first attitude.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative.
- Flexibility to work across all shifts as needed.
- 2-3 years of experience in distilling, brewing, or related production environment.
- Mechanical aptitude or experience in equipment maintenance.
- Forklift certification or equivalent training.
Skills
- Distilling
- Mashing
- Fermentation
- Grain handling
- Barreling
- Quality control
- Safety procedures
- Data entry
- Log management
- Equipment maintenance
- Process improvement
- Forklift operation
- Warehouse operations
Location
- Austin, TX
Work Type
- Full-time
- Rotating shifts
- Weekdays
- Weekend shifts
Experience Level
- Entry-level
- 2-3 years preferred
Education Level
- High School Diploma or GED
About the Company
- Still Austin is an award-winning Texas whiskey producer.
