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Master Distiller

@ Heritage Acres Distilling

Abbotsford, British Columbia

Full-time5+ years experience
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Overview

Heritage Acres Distilling is hiring a Master Distiller to lead all spirit production, from fermentation through bottling, while managing a small team. The role also covers compliance with CRA excise and LDB reporting, production planning, and input on new product development and budgets.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead spirit production from fermentation through bottling
  • Maintain product quality and consistency across SKUs
  • Oversee production planning, inventory and logistics
  • Ensure CRA excise and LDB compliance and reporting
  • Manage, train and mentor production staff

Requirements summary:

  • 5+ years in distilling or beverage alcohol production
  • Proven leadership in a hands-on production environment
  • Strong knowledge of distillation systems and compliance
  • Experience with excise tracking, audits and monthly reporting
  • Mechanical aptitude and comfort with production equipment

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2026-11-14
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Job details

SenioritySenior
DepartmentManufacturing & production
Experience5+ years
Manages peopleYes
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingPlant or factory, Warehouse
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer moderate

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Job description

This is a senior leadership role overseeing distillation, blending, production planning, compliance, and day-to-day operations.

You will manage a small team, ensure quality across all processes, and help shape the future of the distillery through innovation, efficiency, and strategic thinking.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead all aspects of spirit production, including fermentation, distillation, blending, aging, and bottling

- Maintain high product quality, consistency, and innovation across all SKUs

- Oversee production planning, inventory management, and supply chain logistics

- Ensure compliance with federal and provincial regulations

(CRA excise, LDB reporting, etc.)

- Maintain accurate production logs, SOPs, batch sheets, and traceability systems

- Manage, train, and mentor production staff

- Coordinate equipment maintenance and upgrades

- Collaborate with ownership on new product development, seasonal releases, and R&D

- Provide input on budget planning, forecasting, and operational scaling

Qualifications

- 5+ years in distilling or related beverage alcohol production

- Proven leadership experience in a hands-on production environment

- Strong knowledge of distillation systems, process flow, and compliance

- Experience with excise tracking, audits, and monthly reporting

- Skilled in team management, scheduling, and process optimization

- A formal distilling education or technical background is an asset

- Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with production equipment

- Excellent communication and organizational skills

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