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At BrewDog Distilling Co. our mission starts and finishes with liquid quality. Innovation and experimentation are two of our most vital founding values and are at the beating heart of absolutely every drop of liquid that we distil.

We believe in craftsmanship & transparency, It's taken us 5 years of dedication to create our vodkas, gins and rums but we're only just getting started. Our next venture will take us into expanding our whisky operation where we will be upsizing our production to 2000casks per year.

We are authentic, unafraid and passionate in our pursuit of incredible tasting spirits. Whether that be distilling 28 tonnes of fresh molasses to turn into our delicious rum or mash filtering a variety of different grains to create our whisky we take our craft very seriously.

We exist to bring honest and charismatic spirits to the people and because we expect great things from you, we give great things back.

HOP STOCK | We believe in sharing our success with our crew and have a unique Hop Stock benefit for our salaried team. That means you share in our success, and if we grow strongly, we win together.

PROFIT SHARE | Via our ground-breaking Unicorn Fund, we give away 10% of our profits, to our amazing crew members, every single year. We wouldn’t be able to do it without you so it’s only right we share the success together.

PENSION ENHANCEMENT | We increase our contributions to your pension up to 10% of your salary so together we can properly invest in your future. And, since the statutory amount all businesses pay is 3%, our decision to pay above that shows we’re taking your future seriously.

4-WEEK SABBATICAL| After every 5 years here you will receive an additional 4 weeks off to spend doing whatever you want.

STAFF DISCOUNT | 25% off in bars, 30% off online and 50% off BrewDog Merch to fill up your fridge and your wardrobe* (*don’t put your hoody in the fridge though)

ADDITIONAL HOLIDAY DAYS | For every full year completed up to your 5^th year with us we add on one additional day’s leave above and beyond your initial entitlement. You therefore get an extra full week off at 5 years every single year onward to rest up.

BEER TRAINING | We love beer and we want you to love beer too, so we’ll support you through the internationally-recognised Cicerone qualifications, so you can love it almost as much as we do. We’ll also pay you more for each level you pass.

AND A LOT MORE | Okay, deep breath… enhanced sick pay, healthcare, life assurance, high street retail discounts, employee assistance programmes, enhanced family friendly policies around maternity and paternity leave, pawternity leave, DE+I and crew forum groups and an allowance to quality check some beers each month!

We’re also the world’s first carbon negative beer business. We’re focused on making sure that we, and future generations, have a planet to brew great beer on. Our industry leading techniques help us create and deliver unique beer whilst doing our bit (and others’) for the environment.

About The Role

The Junior Distiller will assist in the production of spirits, working under the guidance of Distillers and the

Distilling Operations Leader. This role involves supporting the day-to-day operations of the distillery,

including fermentation, distillation, and packaging. The Junior Distiller will support all aspects of the

distillation process, gaining hands-on experience with the goal of developing the skills necessary to become

a full distiller. This is an entry-level role ideal for someone passionate about the spirits industry and eager to

learn the craft of distillation.

KEY RESULT AREA / PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Assist with the distillation process, including fermentation, distillation, maturation under the

supervision of Distilling Team.

· Perform daily checks on fermentation tanks and distillation equipment, reporting any issues or

irregularities to the Distiller.

· Help with equipment setup, operation, and maintenance, ensuring that all equipment is clean and

ready for production.

· Support quality control by assisting with sampling, testing, and monitoring product consistency.

· Keep detailed logs of production activities, including batch reports, ingredient usage, and equipment

performance.

· Participate in the cleaning and sanitation of the production area and equipment to ensure a safe and

clean working environment.

· Learn and follow all safety procedures related to distillery operations, including proper handling of

chemicals and equipment.

· Assist in warehousing duties, including the storage, stock control, and monitoring of casks and

product inventory.

· Collaborate with the production team to support new product development and small-batch trials.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS - INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL:

· Distiller: Work closely with the distiller for hands-on training and daily guidance.

· Distilling Operations Leader: Report on progress and assist with larger production tasks.

· Packaging Team: Ensure clear communication is maintained with the availability of spirit to pack.

· Quality Control Team: Assist in product testing and ensuring consistency in flavour and quality.

· Maintenance Team: Coordinate with the team to ensure that any equipment issues are promptly

addressed.

About You

HEALTH & SAFETY:

· Ensure that Health and Safety guidelines and fire

regulations are strictly adhered to at all times

· Comply with safe working practices as defined by

BrewDog

· Complete online or face to face training as and when

required

· Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and

that of others who may be affected by acts or omissions at

work

Report any accidents, incidents or near misses as soon as

reasonably practicable.

GENERAL:

· Be aware of and adhere to BrewDog policies and the Workplace Code at all times

·Take part in crew reviews throughout the year

· Cooperate with other BrewDog departments to achieve a great experience for our customers, applicants, colleagues, and contractors

· Attend training courses and complete online training modules as required to meet the requirements of the role

· Take responsibility for own personal development, seeking out opportunities to learn new skills

· Undertake any other duties as requested which are reasonably deemed to be within the scope of the role or necessary for the smooth running of the business

· Apply the BrewDog charter and behaviours to every aspect of the role at all times

· Protect and enhance the interests and reputation of BrewDog internally and externally

QUALIFICATIONS & SPECIFIC TRAINING:

Basic knowledge of distillation and fermentation processes, gained through education or hands-on experience. A degree in Distilling, Brewing, Chemistry or engineering is preferred, relative experience will be considered.

EXPERIENCE:

· Any hands-on experience with fermentation, brewing, or distillation processes, even at a homebrew or amateur level, is highly valued.

· Experience in a production or manufacturing environment, particularly with machinery or equipment operation, is a plus.

· Exposure to basic lab work, such as taking samples or conducting simple tests, would be beneficial.

KNOWLEDGE:

· Basic understanding of the distillation process, including the role of yeast, fermentation, and the importance of temperature and timing during the distillation.

· Basic knowledge of how distilling operational equipment functions.

· Awareness of safety protocols in a distillery setting, including proper handling of chemicals and equipment.

· Awareness of the aging and maturation process for spirits, including cask management.

SKILLS:

· Ability to follow detailed instructions and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

· Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, particularly in record-keeping and quality control.

· Basic mechanical aptitude, with the ability to operate the distillation equipment once trained.

· Strong communicator, makes the team aware of progress, challenges and feels comfortable asking for help.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

· Eager to Learn: A strong desire to develop expertise in distillation, with a willingness to absorb new information and apply it.

· Detail-Oriented: Focus on maintaining accuracy in following recipes, recording data, and adhering to safety protocols.

· Hands-On: Willingness to participate in all aspects of production, from cleaning and maintenance to operating equipment.

· Team Player: Works well with others, supporting the team to ensure smooth production and high-quality results. · Adaptable: Flexible and open to learning new skills, taking on additional responsibilities as required.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Forklift licence desirable.

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