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Production Manager 

Nozawa Onsen Distillery is looking for a hands-on Production Manager to oversee daily gin and whisky production. The role covers production planning, quality control, compliance and record keeping, inventory management, and supervising the production team. This position requires both technical skill and practical on-the-floor work, with strong communication, accuracy, and a focus on maintaining efficient, safe, and high-quality output. Experience in beverage or food production and the ability to keep workflows on schedule are essential..

Recruiting position: Full-time employee

Key Responsibilities:
• Plan and coordinate daily production from mashing and fermentation through distillation and bottling
• Maintain accurate production logs, batch traceability, and compliance/excise reporting
• Monitor stock levels of raw materials and packaging; place timely orders
• Maintain HACCP, hygiene, equipment safety, and regulatory documentation
• Support quality checks, sampling, and sensory evaluation with the Head Distiller
• Supervise production and seasonal staff to ensure safe, efficient workflows
• Assist with budgeting, cost tracking, and reporting
• Communicate production timelines and updates across teams

Application requirements
・2–3+ years in distillery, brewery, or food/beverage production
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills; comfortable multitasking under pressure
• Clear and proactive communicator; team-oriented
• Physically able to handle manual production tasks (lifting, standing, climbing)
• Detail-focused, quality-driven, and motivated to improve processes and products

 Nozawa Onsen Distillery Tasting Room and Shop Staff - Front of House

Nozawa Onsen Distillery is currently recruiting staff to work in our tasting room and directly managed store.
We welcome people who are interested in whiskey and gin, people who enjoy interacting with people, and people who want to learn more about the world of alcohol. This job involves conveying the appeal of our products while providing customers with a fun time.
If you are interested in working locally for a long time, please apply.

Available positions
Full-time/Part-time/Temporary (please contact us for recruitment status)

Business content

  • Customer service and drink provision in the tasting room
  • Sales of our own products (whisky, gin, etc.), cashier duties
  • Product management, display, and cleaning associated with store operations
  • Explaining products to customers and introducing brand stories
  • Support for events and tastings (upon request)
Application requirements

[Required conditions]

  • Experience in customer service (part-time work experience is also acceptable)
  • Able to work on weekends and holidays
  • Be punctual and take responsibility for your work
  • People who like to talk to people and can actively communicate
  • People who are interested in alcohol and want to deepen their knowledge

[Welcome conditions]

  • Someone who can provide basic customer service in English (to accommodate foreign tourists)
  • Experience working in the food and beverage industry
  • Those who have alcohol-related qualifications
Working hours
Working hours and holidays vary depending on the position and season. (Shift system)

Salary
Hourly wage: ¥1200 and up (Depending on experience and skills)

Employee Benefits
  • Complete social insurance coverage (depending on working conditions)
  • One free drink per working day
  • Employee discounts available at affiliated restaurants
  • Employee dormitory available (subject to availability)

Distiller - Junior Distiller

Nozawa Onsen Distillery is looking for a Junior Distiller to support the production of spirits and whiskey. You will be responsible for assisting the distillation and production process under the Lead Distiller. As a member of the production team, you will provide a wide range of support to on-site operations to ensure smooth and safe production. This job requires a good balance of technical skills and physical strength .
We welcome those who are interested in whiskey and spirits production and want to be involved in on-site manufacturing.

Recruiting position: Full-time employee

Business content

  • Assistance with spirits and whiskey manufacturing operations
  • Raw materials required for production (Selection and procurement of malt, yeast, botanicals, etc.)
  • Mashing and fermentation support
  • Assistance with operation and cleaning of stills
  • Bottling, labelling and packaging products
  • Cleaning and maintenance of production equipment and workplaces
  • Support for manufacturing records and data management
Application requirements
  • People who are interested in manufacturing and alcoholic beverages and are eager to learn about the manufacturing process
  • Those who can work with passion, ambition, and a sense of responsibility
  • Those who are confident in their physical strength
  • Flexibility and problem-solving skills
  • Those who have the communication skills to work smoothly in a team
  • Flexibility and problem-solving skills
  • Safety conscious and able to work carefully
Working hours
  • Shift work (8 hours work/1 hour break)
  • Basic working hours: 9:00-18:00
  • Two days off per week (may vary depending on shift)
  • Paid holidays available (given according to regulations)
Salary
Monthly or hourly wage (based on experience and skills)
Full-time employment system available (after trial period)

Employee Benefits
  • Complete social insurance coverage (depending on working conditions)
  • One free drink per working day
  • Employee discounts available at affiliated restaurants
  • Employee dormitory available (subject to availability)

Contact Us
Nozawa Onsen Distillery Personnel Manager: Tibaldi
Tel: 0269-67-0270
Email: info@nozawaonsendistillery.jp