Est. 2021 · Members in 40+ countries
Make it · Production & cellar

Distiller / Still Operator

Runs the day-to-day production of spirits under a master distiller.

  • LevelEntry
  • Pay (relative)●●●● Moderate pay
  • Typical employersDistilleries and craft producers

What you’ll do

  • Operate mills, fermenters and stills
  • Record temperatures, volumes and strengths
  • Clean and maintain equipment
  • Fill and move casks
  • Follow safety and hygiene rules

What you’ll bring

  • Attention to detail
  • Physical stamina
  • Basic chemistry
  • Teamwork

Background

Entry-level; production experience or a trade or distilling course is helpful.

Credentials that help

Outlook

Steady demand in growing craft and regional distilling.

Where it leads

Senior distiller, then head distiller.

A day in the life

Early starts, hot stills, heavy lifting and a lot of cleaning.

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