About the Position

We are in search of an assistant cidermaker to join us at Yonder Cider! Assistant Cidermaker will oversee all packaging of Yonder products, including canning, bottling and kegging, as well as perform supporting tasks that contribute to canning and kegging operations within the Yonder Production Department as assigned by the Head Cidermaker.

About Us

We are a rapidly growing cidery based out of Wenatchee, Washington (production) and Seattle, Washington (taproom). Established in 2020, we are distributed throughout Washington state, with a shared taproom in the heart of Seattle’s Ballard Brewing District. Picked and pressed in Wenatchee, Washington – the heart of Apple Country – we create cider that’s as balanced, bright and complex as the land itself. Crafted using a blend of bittersweet cider apples and juicy dessert apples, our ciders are hardly simple, and never straightforward, but you can always count on them being interesting.

Job Responsibilities

Assist in blending and finalizing products for packaging
Responsible for proper carbonation and preparation of products for packaging
Understands, handles, and uses pressurized gasses
Participates in the creative planning process for Yonder process, including year round, seasonal, specialty and barrel aged products.
Prepares and stages packaging materials and equipment for can and keg production
Palletizes finished cased goods, and prepares pallets for warehouse staging including strapping and stretch wrapping as necessary
Visually inspects finished goods for any quality defects or abnormalities in packaging, and ensures that finished goods meet all visual quality standards
Monitors the operation of packaging equipment and communicates abnormalities or needs with Head Cidermaker/Production Manager
Handles, organizes, and counts Packaging Dunnage Materials
Inventory management for all Yonder packaged products
Operates Pallet Jack to move loads within warehouse
Operates Keg Washer/Filler to clean, fill, and palletize kegged product
Operates pressure washer to maintain cidery floors, clean keg and tank exteriors
Assists in maintaining a clean and orderly cidery and warehouse environment
Accurately and clearly obtains, records, and conveys production numbers and analytics to management
Assists in performing packaging equipment preventative maintenance schedule
Follows Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and adheres to and advances good safety practices

Skills & Qualifications

Experience in a cidery, winery, or brewery preferred, but not necessary
High School Diploma, GED, or two years of work-related experience
Forklift Certification a plus, but not necessary. Training provided, if necessary.
Ability to work flexible shifts, including extended hours and overtime as needed
Good reading, writing, and mathematical skills
Demonstrates ability to understand and follow directions, as well as listen and communicate with co-workers
Strong and proven work ethic, and ability to multi-task workload
Commitment to excellence in delivering a high quality product to our customers

Compensation & Benefits

$20/hr (this position qualifies for overtime)
Paid time off and holidays
Healthcare and 3% employer-matched SIMPLE IRA available after waiting period
Cider!

To apply, please submit interest and resume to jobs@yondercider.com. Cheers!