Brewer I - Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co

Brewing & Cellar Operations

• Perform all tasks associated with the brewing process including milling, wort production, yeast handling, dry hopping, tank monitoring, and beer filtration
• Absorb raw material organization and cleanliness
• Maintain 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
• Follow 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)
• Maintains 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

• Mechanically Oriented
• Priority Management
• Effective Communication
• Problem Solving / Adaptability

Work Environment

• Manufacturing environment with little or no climate control
• Some exposure to conditions that are hot, cold, and/or wet may occur
• Awareness of surroundings, personal protective equipment, and proper attire are important to this position

Physical Demands

• Sit
• Climb or balance
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Lift and/or move cases of beer up to 25 pounds and 50 pound kegs
• 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

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

• The 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