Associate Pilot Brewer - Leine Lodge

About the Role

In the role of Associate Pilot Brewer at Leinie Lodge in Chippewa Falls, WI, you will collaborate with the Leinenkugel’s Brand Team and the Sr. Manager, Beverage Creation to produce high-quality beer. This role is integral to all brewing operations, including raw material handling, brewing, cellaring, packaging, sanitation, inventory management, troubleshooting, and recordkeeping. You will contribute to new beer creation from concept to recipe formulation and continuously improve existing brands. As a brewery representative, you will participate in tastings, tours, festivals, and other beer culture events. This position requires independent work, on-site problem-solving, and consistent delivery of high-quality results in a safe and efficient manner.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and manage brewing and packaging equipment, including support systems like material handling, utilities, and spent grain removal.
• Coordinate people and equipment resources to meet production, quality, and delivery objectives while maintaining a strong safety culture.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop brewing and packaging plans, ensuring timely delivery of quality beers.
• Support new product development and ensure successful scaling within Molson Coors facilities.
• Manage logistics and inventory, including material ordering, just-in-time deliveries, inventory levels, and finished goods shipment.
• Develop and maintain quality standards for product flavor consistency and attributes, supporting quality reviews and problem-solving.
• Support financial performance by managing raw material inventories, overseeing maintenance, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and assisting with budgets and TTB tax filings.
• Serve as a brand ambassador by participating in brewery events, tastings, promotions, and customer-facing experiences.
• Maintain quality assurance programs, sanitation standards, and required government licenses, certifications, and documentation.

Requirements

• 1+ years of relevant experience in brewing, brewing science, beverage production, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience operating and managing 3-10 barrel microbrewery systems.
• Strong technical and analytical skills, including problem-solving, mathematics, communication, presentation, writing, and computer proficiency.
• Public speaking capabilities and a passion for beer to represent the brand effectively.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local brewing regulations, with ability to maintain required licenses and certifications.
• Ability to work with maintenance contractors and Environmental Health & Safety teams to ensure safe facility operations.
• Understanding of purchasing policies, procurement processes, and inventory management practices.
• Comfortable working independently and managing on-site problem-solving, production planning, and material ordering.

Qualifications

• Technical Degree in Beer and Brewing Science is an asset.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively.
• Acts with urgency and takes ownership of results.
• Thirst for learning and helping others grow.

Benefits

• Participation in Total Rewards program with competitive base salary, incentive plans, parental leave, health, dental, vision, and retirement plan options with employer match.
• Generous paid time off, including holidays, vacation, and sick days.
• Engaging Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with comprehensive resources.
• On-site pub, access to brand clothing and swag, and participation in top events.
• Free beer and beverages.
• Commitment to community engagement and charitable initiatives.
• Opportunities to engage with Business Resource Groups for volunteer work, leadership experience, and networking.
• Career growth and development through First Choice Learning opportunities.

Pay

$69,800.00 - $91,600.00 (posting salary range) + 10% target short-term incentive + $23,000 on average spent on benefits per employee, including health, dental, vision, retirement, wellness incentives, and EAP.