Potter Jane Distilling Company in Springfield, Kentucky has two openings to share, Quality Manager and Engineering Maintenance Manager. For more information, follow the link to the position, do not comment on this blog post.

Quality Manager

Who is Potter Jane?

We are a distillery founded by two industry veterans with a vast array of knowledge and experience that take whiskey making seriously, but not ourselves. Our goal is to build an organization that honors those that paved the way for us while helping develop the next generation that will lead the industry in the future. At the end of the day, we make damn good whiskey through empowering our people.

The Job:

Beyond the day-to-day responsibilities listed below, we are looking for a leader committed to promoting quality consciousness that ensures production can consistently meet quality standards. This role will give you the unique opportunity to establish procedures that will be implemented throughout all stages of the manufacturing process. You will also work daily with ownership to set goals, create strategies and allocate resources that will ensure success across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• · Perform quality control testing on all raw materials, in-process samples and outbound finished products to ensure specifications are met or exceeded
• · Set up a greenfield lab to support Distillery Operations and future Bottling Operations
• · Responsible for training and ensuring competency of all personnel conducting production quality analyses
• · Conduct routine equipment maintenance to ensure accurate and consistent results
• · Manage and actively participate in blending and sensory evaluations of distillate, experimental whiskey and aged product
• · Monitor and assess performance of all quality/food safety procedures to measure effectiveness and implement actions for improvement
• · Design and manage appropriate reporting systems for analysis and communication of quality data throughout all phases of production
• · Lead the development, implementation and effectiveness of all Quality, Food Safety, and GMP systems as deemed necessary by the Leadership Team
• · Coordinate all internal audit and inspection programs required by implemented quality systems (i.e. ISO 9000, ISO 22000, GMP, etc.)
• · Interact and communicate with customers on a regular basis
• · Develop and manage departmental and capital budget

Qualifications:

•   Bachelor’s degree in Science related field preferred or equivalent years of work-related experience
• · Minimum of 5 years distilled spirits experience with significant management and leadership experience in an operational and/or specialist environment
• · Experience in implementing, managing and improving various types of quality and food safety systems (i.e. ISO 9000, ISO 22000, etc.)
• · Proficient computer skills with experience utilizing electronic mail software, time accounting software, project management software, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and PLC applications
• · Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

One final note: This job description may be altered to reflect changes in duties and added responsibilities. In addition, Potter Jane is looking for people that are willing to blow leaves, shovel snow, hop on a forklift or help with other similar tasks when needed. If that’s you, let’s have a further conversation.

Job Type:

Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

In a few sentences, explain why you’re interested in an opportunity with Potter Jane Distilling Co.

Experience:

• Leadership: 5 years (Required)
• Management: 5 years (Required)
• Work Location: In person

Engineering Maintenance Manager

Who is Potter Jane?

We are a distillery founded by two industry veterans with a vast array of knowledge and experience that take whiskey making seriously, but not ourselves. Our goal is to build an organization that honors those that paved the way for us while helping develop the next generation that will lead the industry in the future. At the end of the day, we make damn good whiskey through empowering our people.

The Job:

Beyond the day-to-day responsibilities listed below, we are looking for a leader driven to optimize production through initiatives that preserve liquid quality and ensure equipment reliability. This role will give you the unique opportunity to build the team you will be responsible for leading. You will report directly to the General Manager and work daily with ownership to set goals, create strategies and allocate resources that will ensure success across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• · Oversee required maintenance on a 24hr/day distillery operation, in particular routine maintenance and inspections of grain handling, cook, fermentation, distillation and barrel filling equipment to ensure optimal functionality
• · Manage day-to-day execution of major capital projects
• · Work with GM and owners to create 10-year capital plans and budgets
• · Develop a reliability maintenance program that includes root cause analysis and troubleshooting of any equipment and process breakdown
• · Responsible for the maintenance team’s weekly schedule and training on all equipment operation and maintenance procedures
• · Collaborate with the distillery leadership team to maintain and improve automated and manual process controls and other systems
• · Ensure all maintenance activities are performed in compliance with safety regulations and company policies
• · Maintain accurate record keeping of maintenance activities, equipment repair history and parts inventory
• · Responsible for onsite security of Potter Jane Distillery campus

Qualifications:

• · Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred or equivalent years of work-related experience
• · Minimum of 5 years distilled spirits experience with significant management and leadership experience in an operational and/or specialist environment
• · Proficient computer skills with experience utilizing electronic mail software, time accounting software, project management software, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and PLC applications
• · Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

One final note: This job description may be altered to reflect changes in duties and added responsibilities. In addition, Potter Jane is looking for people that are willing to blow leaves, shovel snow, hop on a forklift or help with other similar tasks when needed. If that’s you, let’s have a further conversation.

Job Type:

Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

In a few sentences, explain why you’re interested in an opportunity with Potter Jane Distilling Co.

Experience:

• Leadership: 5 years (Required)
• Management: 5 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person