Brewer - I (2nd Shift)

Figueroa Mountain
Job Title: Brewer

Classification: Full Time / Part Time (Non-Exempt)
Reports to: Director of Brewing Operations

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary/Objective
The Brewer I is primarily responsible for brewing/cellaring operations (as listed below) and will also assist as needed in packaging operations (as needed, as listed below). This position will require attention to detail to maintain quality standards across all our, and contract customers brands. Additionally, will be responsible for keeping a safe, clean, environment, assisting with maintenance, reporting, and general operations.

Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Brewing & Cellar Operations:

• Perform all tasks associated with the brewing process including milling, wort production, yeast handling, dry hopping, tank monitoring, and beer filtration
• Assist with raw material organization and cleanliness.
• Maintains all quality and safety standards set for beer production at Figueroa Mountain.
• Accurate record keeping of all brewing related notes from brew day through fermentation, finishing, and packaging in paper logs, spreadsheets, and production software.
• Follows SOPs to safely handle chemicals and hoses/vessels under pressure while wearing PPE.
• CIP/Sanitization on vessels, and equipment (fermenters, brite beer tanks, etc.)
• Assembles and breaks down appropriate hoses and parts configuration depending on process and ensures they are in good working order.
• Tank management (gravity checks, trub dumps, and dry hopping).
• Monitors fermentation by testing gravity, temperature, pH, etc. as required and according to SOP.
• Yeast management (harvesting, pitching and viability).
• Transfers beer through the D.E. Filter according to the SOP
• Operate kegging equipment to clean and fill kegs as needed
• Operate a forklift safely following safety protocols.
• Maintains a clean and orderly workspace.
• Completes general cleaning tasks (sweeping, scrubbing, organizing, etc.).
• Communicates any unfinished tasks or needs with Management.
• Performs facility-specific duties as required or assigned.

Competencies

1. Mechanically Oriented
2. Priority Management
3. Effective Communication
4. Problem Solving / Adaptability.

Work Environment
The Brewer I works in a manufacturing environment with little or no climate control. Some exposure to conditions that are hot, cold, and/or wet may occur. Awareness of your surroundings, personal protective equipment, and proper attire are important to this position.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move cases of beer up to 25 pounds and 50 pound kegs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but the employee must be available during the “core” work hours of 11:00am – 7:30pm or 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. for the evening shifts and weekends. Weekend hours may vary.

Travel
This Position will not require travel.

Experience/ Education

• At least one year of experience in a similar position in a brewery or manufacturing facility.
• High school diploma or equivalent degree (GED) required.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work
• Must be able to work independently without day to day hands on supervision.
• Cleanliness and Safety minded

Probationary Period
This position has a 90 probationary period to ascertain the employee can perform the job tasks and descriptions. The position can be terminated at any time if employee does not meet standards to the job description.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $24