Cask and Maturation Leader

2 weeks ago


Coatbridge, United Kingdom Angus Dundee Distillers PLC Full time

Angus Dundee Distillers, based in Coatbridge, is seeking an experienced and passionate individual to join our team as a Cask and Maturation Leader. If you have a deep appreciation for the art of whisky maturation, a keen eye for detail, and proven leadership skills, we want to hear from you

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Cask Movements: Oversee and manage the meticulous movement of casks throughout the maturation process, ensuring the integrity and quality of our spirits.
- Maturation Warehousing: Maintain and optimize maturation warehouses, implementing best practices to enhance the quality and consistency of our whisky and operational activities.
- Cask and Bulk Fillings: Coordinate and manage cask and bulk fillings, ensuring accurate records are kept and production targets are met.
- Empty Wood Management: Monitor and manage the lifecycle of casks, including overseeing the process of emptying, inspecting, and preparing them for reuse.
- Team Management: Lead a team of warehouse operators, cask handlers, and coopering specialist, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment. Oversee staff training and continuous improvement.
- Efficient Operations: Manage efficient day-to-day operational procedures to ensure smooth and effective maturation processes.
- Health and Safety: Prioritize and enforce health and safety protocols, creating a safe working environment for all team members.
- Liaison: Collaborate with internal teams, including production and quality control, as well as external parties such as customers, suppliers and logistics providers.

**Requirements**:

- Proven experience in a similar role within the whisky or spirits industry.
- In-depth knowledge of cask maturation and warehouse management.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
- Commitment to health and safety standards.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

**How to Apply**:
If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and contribute to the legacy of Angus Dundee Distillers, please submit your C.V. and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience.

Join us in crafting exceptional whiskies and be a key player in the future success of Angus Dundee Distillers.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Yearly bonus

Application question(s):

- Salary expectations for the role.

Work Location: In person