Blending Assistant, 1st Shift

Phillips Distilling Company is currently inviting candidates to apply for a full-time 2nd shift Blending Assistant opportunity. The candidate selected for this role will enjoy a 4-day work week, competitive compensation, annual bonus potential, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including generous paid time off and paid holidays! Join the Phillips’ team today and enjoy being in good spirits every day!

Classification: Non-Exempt
Department: Blending
Reports To: Blending Supervisor

• Tuesday - Thursday, from 5:00am -3:00pm & Friday's 5:00am - 4:00pm.


• Occasional overtime may be required. 

Starting Pay Range:
$22.00 - $25.50 per hour.

Where a candidate falls within the pay range will vary based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, geographic location, education, skills and experience.

Summary:

The Blending Assistant reports to the Blending Supervisor,  and is responsible for raw material receiving, ingredient staging, tank transfers, tanker unloading, mixing and processing a wide variety of liquid and dry products. Proficient at managing inventory, executing CIP sanitation, and ensuring total compliance with quality and regulatory standards under minimal supervision. 

Essential Functions:

• Prepares recipe raw materials (acids, flavors, and colors) for new product blending by verifying locations and safely transporting items from the warehouse to the blending area using a forklift.


• Transfers blended product from blending to dedicated storage in preparation for the bottling process.


• Reads, understands, and prepares CIP washes by following all blending and safety procedures on the shop ticket.


• Tests sample water and products to ensure compliance with specifications, using testing equipment.


• Unloads bulk tankers containing syrups and high proof alcohol products by verifying shipping paperwork, pulling laboratory sample , and safely transferring product upon lab


• Performs and documents daily start-up and shutdown processes.


• Conducts daily, monthly, and fiscal inventories of bulk spirits and liquid/dry ingredients, accurately recording all data into the computer database.


• Assists with completing monthly and yearly inventory process.


• Understand and adheres to all pertinent TTB regulations.


• Assists with the daily, weekly, and monthly calibration of equipment, ensuring the equipment is within specific tolerances.


• Cleans tank room using pressure washers and other materials.


• Provide recommendations on process improvements.


• Completes required paperwork following Good Documentation Practices (GDP).


• Serves as a backfill for the Tank Room Attendant and assists with unloading delivery trucks as needed.

Additional Functions:

•  Living and abiding by the Phillips Way and the company’s core values: Communication & Collaboration, Dignity & Respect, Accountability, Customer Service and Community.


• Participates in biannual departmental cycle counts to ensure accurate inventory control.


• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Required Competencies:

• Ability to work and participate in an environment that expects all employees to support wellness, safety, quality, and environmental responsibility.


• Demonstrate strong critical thinking and problem solving to choose the most appropriate course of action based on operational challenges and changing priorities


• Ability to build solid working relationships and operational credibility through effective communication and a collaborative, team-oriented approach.


• Basic mathematical skills with the ability to perform accurate calculations for blending recipes and liquid measurements. .


• Functions as a self-starter who requires minimal supervision, demonstrating the flexibility to adapt and shift between duties seamlessly as production demands change.


• Demonstrate technical proficiency in production and processing environments, including the operations of machinery, tools, computers, and electronics.


• Maintains strong focus and persistence in completing tasks under strict time constraints.

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Previous experience working in a blending position

Supervisory Responsibilities:
None

Work Location & Travel Required:
This position works on-site reporting to the Princeton location.

Work Environment & Physical Demands:
Work is performed in a manufacturing setting. Must be able to tolerate working in a noisy environment while utilizing proper PPE and tolerate 90° heat. This position requires regular standing for extended periods of time, walking, and reaching with hands and arms. Must have the ability to regularly lift to 50 pounds. Frequent pushing and pulling required. This position requires occasional climbing and the ability to maintain balance. 

Other Considerations:
The intent of this job description is not to state or imply that the duties listed are the only duties that will be performed. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform any
other job-related duties as requested by management. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Phillips Distilling Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We consider all qualified individuals for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status, among other factors.

Benefits Overview:
PDC offers a comprehensive benefits package to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Our benefits package includes:

•  Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision plans to meet individual/family needs.


• Financial Well-being: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match, flexible spending accounts (FSAs), and health savings accounts (HSAs).


• Income Protection: Employer-paid life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage.


• Paid Time Off: Includes 9 paid holidays, annual PTO accrual, bereavement leave, and parental leave


• Additional Voluntary Benefits: Options for supplemental life insurance, critical illness, and accident insurance.


• Wellness Program:  Incentives and resources to support physical and mental well-being.  


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential access to counseling, financial & legal planning, estate planning, wellness resources, and more to support employees and their families.  


• Bonus Potential: Annual bonus opportunities based on individual and/or company performance. 

This summary provides a general overview of available benefits. Specific details, including eligibility criteria and plan options, will be provided during the recruitment/onboarding process.