Brewer Cellar Operator

Job Details:

The ideal candidate for this Brewer/Cellar Operator position enjoys all aspects of craft beer - making it, thinking about it, enjoying it, and would like to join a dedicated team of like minded folks. This position is atypical in the brewing world as it rotates through both brewhouse and cellar operations. As such, the position includes both brewing and cellaring tasks in a weekly rotation: grain handling, brewhouse operation, CIP/SIP, yeast handling, centrifuge operation, dry hopping, cleaning and more cleaning. Additional responsibilities include the analysis of various production and quality parameters. The ideal candidate is after continuous improvement and growth within their roles, committed to quality and consistency with our process and beers, and contributes to a clean, safe and team oriented work environment.

In addition to the above responsibilities:

• Operation and basic maintenance of raw materials handling, Brewhouse operations, Cellar management and Filtration procedures
• Ability to make critical decisions based on various production and quality parameters
• Share in all production duties and responsibilities
• Assess the status of operations and troubleshoot process issues
• Analysis of various production and quality parameters
• Ongoing brewery sanitation
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• One - two years multi-batch shift brewing and centrifuge experience with additional consideration given to candidates with advanced brewing/food science/lab science education & experience
• High School diploma or GED (4 year college degree a plus)
• Strong time management skills, skilled multitasker and an attention to detail
• This position requires 1st and 2nd shift (rotating) and occasional weekend and overtime work availability as needed
• Strong organizational, communication, computer and record keeping skills
• A basic understanding of laboratory techniques (cell counting, DO meter, etc)
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn

• Ability to operate with minimal supervision
• Willingness to fill in other job duties as necessary

Working Environment/Physical Demands:

This is a physical job. Brewer and Cellar Operators must be able to work on their feet for 8+ hours per day. Regular lifting of 55lb grain bags / 44lb Hop boxes are required daily. Climbing stairs, working in close quarters, manipulating Tri-clamps and dragging hoses several times a day are also commonplace for this role. Operators are occasionally required to lift and maneuver a keg (165lbs)

Other Information:

Schedule: 40 hours a week, M-F, first and second shift with weekend and overtime work availability if necessary

Compensation ranges from $21–$24 per hour, based on experience and upon successful completion of the training period.

To apply, email resume & cover letter to careers@zerogravitybeer.com