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Brewer - Wayfinder Beer

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Portland, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 5/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/25/2026
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Wayfinder Beer

Portland, Oregon

Wayfinder is a vaguely sinister, lager-centric brewery restaurant located in the Southeast

Industrial District of Portland, Oregon and is committed to making compelling and clean lagers

and ales.

We are looking for a production-minded, technical brewer. Ideal candidates will have 2 or more years of experience

working in a production brewery, works well on a collaboration minded team, prioritizes attention to detail,

disciplined adherence to logical reasoning and mechanical aptitude.

Position: Brewer

Reports to: Brewmaster

Job Posted: May 25, 2026

Projected Start Date: June 15, 2026

Job Description

Wayfinder Beer’s Brewers must maintain and properly execute all functions of the

brewery according to policy and procedure, safety requirements, and best practices.

Job Responsibilities, Including But Not Limited To

  • Effectively Communicate with Brewmaster and Team
  • Perform all job functions within the structure described in Wayfinder Beer Employee Handbook of Policies and Procedures.
  • Efficiently execute production duties including wort production, fermentation management,

filtration, transferring beer, bright beer handling, CIP FV’s and BT’s, packaging, maintenance.

  • Keg cleaning, filling
  • Maintain brewing, cellaring, clarification and other related documentation in an

organized and complete manner.

  • Ensure a clean working environment and uphold all local Health Department

rules and regulations.

  • Perform basic sensory analysis of beers and raw ingredients throughout

fermentation and packaging.

  • Participate in and productively contribute to collaborative environment
  • Ensure that all beer is produced to standards and specifications.
  • Follow best practices and safety requirements dutifully.
  • Attend brewery staff meetings as required.
  • Exhibit the ability to explain technical information, ideas and concepts.
  • Exhibit the ability to listen and follow instructions.
  • Participate in festivals and promotional events as needed

Job Requirements

  • A well-rounded knowledge of brewing, beer styles and beer knowledge
  • Able to work and communicate well with others.
  • Organized and detail oriented; accurate record keeping skills.
  • Basic troubleshooting skills in a brewing/manufacturing setting.
  • Some schedule flexibility with dynamic brewing schedule

Physical Requirements

  • Lift 55 lbs. from ground to shoulder high.
  • Lift 75 lbs. from ground to waist high and move 150 lbs. along the floor.
  • Push pallets of spent grain, spent grain of various weights
  • Climb stairs, ramps, and ladders.
  • Work in small and confined spaces.
  • Work safely with chemicals with reasonable safety accommodations.
  • Work in a loud environment with basic safety accommodations.
  • Read, write and calculate basic algebra.
  • Follow safety guidelines and adhere to PPE standards.

Compensation

  • Hourly Compensation
  • PTO based on hours worked detailed in the employee handbook
  • Holiday pay
  • Monday- Friday
  • 8hr or 10hr shifts, Start times will vary depending on scheduling needs
  • Health Care after 90 days of 32 hours/week worked
  • Beer Benefits
  • Meals in the pub / employee discount

"Research shows that women and underrepresented groups often only apply to jobs if they meet 100% of the criteria. If you are passionate about this role but do not meet every single qualification, we strongly encourage you to apply anyway. You may be the perfect fit for this role or other opportunities within our team."

Please Email your resume and a cover letter to jobs@wayfinder.beer with 'Attention Brewmaster your favorite color' as the subject.

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