Ballast Point/Kings & Convicts Quality Technician Position

Key Responsibilities:

• Tests and analyzes product at specified stages of the production process per the Quality Control Plan by utilizing relevant laboratory methods and instrumentation.
• Perform analyses related to:
  • Fermentation monitoring (gravities, yeast cell counts/viability, gas chromatography)
  • Microbiology (sterile sampling, plating, use of differential media, colony identification and characterization, PCR, DNA sequencing)
  • Packaging analysis (TPO, DO, CO2, fill level, can seam, package integrity)
  • Analytical testing (ABV, IBU, SRM, RDF)
• Participation and assistance with the on-site sensory program.
• Documents and evaluates data to ensure highest Quality product.
• Expediently and appropriately escalates any abnormal or out of specification data.
• Responsible for general housekeeping of laboratory space to maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Assists team and management in drawing conclusions and making recommendations.
• Ensures proper documentation is maintained for routine data analysis, inspections, maintenance, etc.
• Equipment: Responsible for routine, basic maintenance and calibrations of laboratory equipment.
• Problem Solving: Applies a range of standard procedures and principles, theories, concepts, and techniques to resolve problems with consultation from management.
• Product Development: Performs analyses and provides supporting data to contribute to product development.
• Projects: Engages in project-oriented work with specific instructions and prepares reports to document findings and recommendations.
• Reports: Contributes data to technical reports. Compiles, evaluates, and reports statistical data to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products.
• Supervision: Performs assignments of a basic to moderate degree of complexity under general direction.
• Follow SOPs and practice all Brewery Safety Procedures - safely, efficiently, and effectively work to attain department and brewery goals and objectives
• Other duties if/as necessary

Minimum Qualifications

• Working brewing knowledge and/or College degree in Science (Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Food Science) or Engineering
• 0-2 years of QA/QC laboratory experience in an applicable field
• Works effectively both independently and as a team
• Is self-motivated and thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Loves to work hard and have fun!

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification from an accredited institution (IBD, UC Davis, etc.)
• 1 years in brewing, food, or fermentation industry

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Ability to work at least 8 hours
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs
• Ability to work with long periods of sitting/walking/standing and crouching
• Will work in an industrial setting with heavy moving machinery, loud noises, textured floors and chemicals
• Will be exposed to various weather and temperature conditions both indoors and outdoors

Compensation:

• Hourly Rate: $21.00

The Perks:

• Benefits for full-time staff: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, FSA/HSA, Life & Disability, $400 Gym reimbursement, and Parking/Transit Commuter Spending Account
• Access to a network of free therapists, up to 8 visits, through our Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Gender neutral paid parental leave
• Ample vacation time to do the things you love outside of work
• 10 paid holidays
• We play our part to make a difference in our community - from social and charitable partners to championing causes around our four corporate social responsibility pillars: DEI, Sustainability, Military, and Cancer Research; at Ballast Point you are part of something bigger!
• Product discount on Ballast Point merchandise, food, and beer at all 6 Ballast Point locations
• And of course, free beer!

Ballast Point Brewing Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

Please note this Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.