Afternoon Shift Cellarperson + Production Operator

Afternoon Shift Cellar person + Production Operator

Bring your passion and experience to the Schilling‑verse! Schilling Cider strives to create a fun and productive workplace for our employees. We foster a culture of creativity and continuous improvement, with many areas of potential growth, no matter where you start.

We are seeking a high‑performing Afternoon Shift Cellar person & Production Operator (CPO) to join our Beverage team. Rooted in Schilling’s Mission, Vision, and Values, this role is responsible for completing all tasks to standard that are assigned to the late shift production team. The CPO reports to the Senior Beverage Manager and works with the guidance of the beverage leadership team.

The primary responsibilities include the operation of the canning and kegging equipment and ensuring the cleaning and preparation of the production floor for the next day’s production.

This role works closely with all essential stakeholders to drive success in standards, efficiency, and problem‑solving, and foster a fun work environment, resulting in team success. The afternoon shift CPO will demonstrate strong competency in their key responsibilities, earn trust quickly, and hold themselves and the team accountable to Schilling’s policies and procedures. This role is critical in supporting the overall success of the beverage production facility and emphasizes teamwork and collaboration to achieve team goals.

The afternoon shift timeframe is typically from 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The daily schedule can vary hours due to production and company needs, and is communicated with as much notice as possible.

• Accurately stage and prepare ingredients for canning operations.
• Accurately blend ingredients during canning operations.
• Operate the filler during canning operations.
• Complete end‑of‑day and end‑of‑canning procedures.
• Operate the kegging machine during kegging operations.
• Support the fermentation processes as needed.
• Support juice receiving and pitch.
• Set up and operate liquid flow paths for operation, CIP, and filtration.
• Conduct hand packing operations as needed.
• Maintain the integrity and sanitation of the facility and associated equipment.
• Ensure that all products meet the quality specifications.
• Follow all requirements of our food safety policy and other statutory regulations.
• Accurately document processes, measurements, and additions in batch logs.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with other members of the HQ team.

• Must be 21+ years of age.
• Disciplined, with an emphasis on detail, hygiene, safety, and accurate record‑keeping.
• Ability to repeatedly lift ingredients and kegs up to 67 lbs and be on one’s feet for full shifts.
• Comfortable working in an ambient beverage manufacturing environment, including noise, variable temperatures, and exposure to wet conditions.
• An interest in and willingness to be trained to work with machinery.
• Ability to follow process documents and aid in developing them.
• Ability to learn tasks and procedures quickly.
• Communicate extremely well within a team and manage time effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to function well and maintain composure in a high‑paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be able to work effectively and collaboratively with colleagues and external partners.
• Be active in conversations around company culture and an agent of change, positively contributing to the workplace experience.
• Regular and predictable in‑person attendance is a requirement of this job.
• Proactively communicate and collaborate about solutions to potential issues.
• Be self‑driven and self‑motivated to accomplish tasks and learn new skills.
• Work independently and as part of the team.
• Be an energetic, organized, and motivated problem solver.
• Exemplify the company’s values while representing our brands.
• Ask for help when needed.
• Starting hourly rate of $23.32/hr.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement plan with employer match.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Annual hobby stipend.
• Cider, of course!
• Fun working environment in a…