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Would you like to join us on the Long Road? We work hard, enjoy what we do, and take pride in our spirits.

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Would you like to join us on the Long Road?

Would you like to join us on the Long Road? We work hard, enjoy what we do, and take pride in our spirits. From time to time, we look to grow our team to ensure that we can continue to create great spirits and great experiences at the distillery. Please take a moment to review our current open positions:

Open Positions

CREATING GREAT SPIRITS AND GREAT EXPERIENCES IN GRAND RAPIDS, GRAND HAVEN AND BEYOND.

Production & Canning Line Associate

Location: Long Road Distillers Production Facility – Grand Rapids
Supervisor: Head Distiller & Canning Lead
Direct Reports: None
Compensation: Hourly

The Production & Canning Line Associate plays an essential role in the daily operations of Long Road Distillers’ Ready-to-Drink (RTD) cocktail production. This position supports all aspects of distillery and canning operations, including batching, blending, carbonation, canning line operation, bottling, sanitation, and warehousing. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, mechanically inclined, and committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and consistency in every product packaged.

This position works closely with the Head Distiller and Canning Line Lead to ensure production goals are met, quality standards are upheld, and operational efficiency is maintained.

  • Prior experience in beverage manufacturing, brewing, or distilling preferred but not required.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort working with production machinery.
  • Ability to follow detailed instructions and maintain precise documentation.
  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs and work on your feet for extended periods.
  • Forklift experience is a plus (training can be provided).
  • Commitment to cleanliness, safety, and teamwork.
  • Reliable, punctual, and self-motivated with a strong work ethic.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities to include (but are not limited to):

  • Operate and support all functions of the canning line, including setup, monitoring, and cleanup.
  • Assist in batching, blending, mixing, and carbonation of canned beverages.
  • Perform daily CIP (Clean-in-Place) and SIP (Sanitize-in-Place) procedures within the canning facility.
  • Conduct routine quality control checks throughout production to ensure product integrity and compliance with specifications.
  • Maintain accurate production, inventory, and batch documentation.
  • Assist in bottling runs for distilled spirits as needed.
  • Perform cellar work including transfers, filtration, and cleaning.
  • Safely move and store raw materials, packaging supplies, and finished goods within the warehouse.
  • Support internal deliveries between Long Road facilities as required.
  • Adhere to and promote all company safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work environment at all times.
  • Production environment with exposure to moderate noise, wet floors, and varying temperatures.
  • Requires repetitive motion, bending, lifting, and use of cleaning chemicals.
  • Schedule may occasionally include early mornings, evenings, or weekends to meet production demands.

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