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Distiller

P.J. RIGNEY DISTILLERY AND INTERNATIONAL BRANDS LIMITED t/a The Shed Distillery
Ref: #JOB-2424486
The Food Hub, Carricknabrack, Drumshanbo, Co. Leitrim, N41 WR22
No of positions: 1
Paid Position
37.5 hours per week
34000.00 Euro Annually
Published On: 18 Dec 2025
Closing On: 15 Jan 2026

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PJ Rigney Distillery and International Brand Ltd t/a The Shed Distillery.
The Shed Distillery of PJ Rigney is the home of the Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin, Drumshanbo Single Pot Still and Single Malt Irish Whiskey & Sausage Tree Pure Irish Vodka. The distillery started its whiskey distillation on 21st December 2014 that saw the revered tradition of distilling Irish Whiskey, return to the Western province of Connacht in over 101 years and never looked back.

Company/Work location Overview:
The distillery is located in the heart of rural Ireland in the village of Drumshanbo, Co. Leitrim. Address: The Food Hub, Carricknabrack, Drumshanbo, Co. Leitrim, N41 WR22.

Job Description:
Owing to continued expansion, The Shed Distillery of PJ Rigney, home of Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin, Drumshanbo Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey, and other premium spirits, are seeking Distillers to join our team in Drumshanbo, Co. Leitrim. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, demonstrate a drive for excellence, work on their own initiative with a proactive and enthusiastic approach. An interest in Irish Whiskey and spirits production is essential and experience in brewing/distilling or a food production environment would be beneficial.

Key Responsibilities:
Daily operation of distillery processes from generating mash bills, mashing, fermentation, distillation and downstream processing, analytical and qualitative tests, and blending and filtration through to final bottle ready product.
Blending and spirit reductions and filling of whiskey and rum casks.
Assisting and planning production, research and product development with the Head Distiller.
Performing Caustic and Acid CIP adhering to distillery standard operating procedures and workplace safety procedures.
Accurate recording of the daily processes and maintenance of the records to meet Revenue guidelines.
Ensuring all operations are carried out to the highest possible standard.

Skills and Qualifications:
Knowledge and demonstrated enthusiasm for the Irish Whiskey industry essential
Experience in a manufacturing facility
A degree in Brewing and distilling or Microbiology/Biochemistry
Good laboratory and analytical techniques.
Excellent problem-solving skills
Ability to work with all levels of staff and as part of a team
A self-starter with strong attention to detail and ability to work on own initiative
Strong communication skills; both verbal and written
Good command of the English; both verbal and written
Full and clean driver’s license essential
Forklift experience beneficial
Quality / HACCP experience beneficial

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:
Employee discount
On-site parking
Sick pay

Schedule:
37.5 hrs/week
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Early shift 6.30am - 2.30pm
Evening shift 12pm - 8pm
Weekend availability

Please apply directly to hr@thesheddistillery.com