Associate Cider/Wine Maker

Associate Cider/Wine Maker

Position Overview

Jersey Cider Works, makers of Ironbound Hard Cider, is a NJ-based farm cidery & winery located in Hunterdon County currently producing 10,000 cases annually. We are in search of an experienced professional to join our team and assist in overseeing all aspects of cider and wine production. This is a full-time, hands-on position with opportunity for advancement that will include working closely with our production, operations, and sales teams to produce and bring to market our full product line of ciders, wines, hard seltzers, and RTDs.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in juice, ingredient, and material sourcing and procurement
• Plan blending, filtration, and carbonation of batches
• Schedule bottling/canning runs
• Ensure quality control during all aspects of the cider/wine-making process
• Coordinate tank management, CIP, and sanitation programs 
• Maintain accurate records for government and company requirements
• Monitor compliance with all safety, regulatory, and sanitation protocols
• Assist in inventory management of supplies, materials, and products
• Coordinate with sales team to meet sales forecasts and seasonal demand
• Contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives
• Attend events, tastings, and festivals as needed

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of professional cider/wine-making experience
• Strong understanding of fermentation science and cellar management
• Comfortable working in a physically demanding environment
• Ability to operate a forklift is desired, but not required
• Working knowledge of Bucher crossflow filtration, Velcorin technology, and Ekos production software is a plus

Compensation

• Our compensation is competitive and based on skills and experience.
• As a full-time employee you will receive the standard Jersey Cider Works benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and optional 401K