Whisky Maturation Warehouse Technician
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are looking for a full time Bottling and Warehouse Technician to join our team at our new cask maturation warehouse in Glenrothes. On-site training will be provided and progression opportunities will be forthcoming as the business grows.
Salary: Base Salary of £26,500.
Location – Glenrothes (onsite)
Job Type: Full-time, Monday to Friday, Day Shift.
Key Responsibilities
- Filling, labelling, capping of all bottles, ensuring spirit quality, compliance and integrity are at the forefront of every decision
- Cask warehouse operations such as re-gauging, re-racking and cask integrity inspection.
- To maximise the effective use of resources to carry out all warehouse operations in line with business goals and objectives
- Maintain integrity and security of warehouse operations in accordance with H.M. Customs and Excise requirements
- Stock management and rotation of bottled & dry goods
- Dilution and calculation of spirit to achieve target ABV
- Identify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement
- Management of a busy warehouse to consolidate casks, pallets and IBCs through use of a forklift
- Responsible for the management of goods incoming and out
- Responsible for completion of the HACCPP folder – daily entry
Skillset
- Technical and hands-on practical ability
- Relevant forklift experience is preferable
- Self-motivated – ability to remain motivated when working by themselves
- Excellent organisation skills with the ability to prioritise and adhere to deadlines
- High attention to detail, especially to quality standards and compliance systems
- Ability to cope with change in a growing business
Personal Requirements
- Experience in a warehousing environment
- Experience working logistically or manually with spirits is preferred
- UK Driver’s license
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
- Communicate effectively across business using a variety of communication mediums
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £26,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Glenrothes: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Warehouse experience: 1 year (preferred)
- whisky or spirits industry: 1 year (preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day shift (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Warehouse Technician
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Whisky Maturation Warehouse Technician roles across Edinburgh Whisky's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
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STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £26,500 - £26,500 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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