BREWER TECH 1

About the role

The Brewer Technician 1 efficiently operates and monitors Sierra Nevada's state-of-the-art brewing systems to produce award-winning beers. Reporting to the Brewing Supervisor, the Tech 1 follows standard operating procedures (SOPs) and ensures our beers meet quality standards. The position requires frequent interaction with various departments throughout the company as well as a high level of teamwork, autonomy, and attention to detail to produce beers of the finest quality.

Responsibilities

• Follow all SOPs and best practices to carry out production and cleaning processes, product movement, monitor instrumentation readings, detect problems and troubleshoot deviations in Brewing, Cellar, and Filtration areas in a safe and efficient manner.
• Gains proficiency in the use of Brewmaxx (process automation system).
• Use both manual and automated systems to monitor all processes from raw material addition to filtration to ensure quality standards and specifications are met through sampling and specified analysis as set by SNBC.
• Perform CIP of brewing vessels, tanks, process lines, fermenters, centrifuges, filters, and yeast brinks including assembly and disassembly of process lines and loops and vessel entry for manual brewhouse cleaning.
• Perform COP of miscellaneous brewing parts while mixing and handling chemicals safely in accordance with OSHA and SNBC standards.
• Utilize inventory control software (Phoenix WMS and Switchboard) for material handling, data entry, and lot tracking for FIFO and traceability programs, along with staging materials in accordance with inventory management practices and prepare for brewing according to set recipes and schedules.
• Responsible for performance and reporting of product and equipment on shift. Based on limits outlined by SOP’s, react appropriately when limits are exceeded, and escalate abnormalities appropriately.
• Communicate and work in conjunction with other departments (Quality, Packaging, Maintenance, etc.) to meet department objectives.
• Maintain an organized, sanitary, and safe work area in accordance with 5S principles and GMP; performs routine 5S audits and maintains ownership of at least one 5S area.
• Develop expert knowledge of Confined Space Rescue procedures and is responsible for rescuing team members in confined spaces.
• Build a working knowledge of plant utilities to understand the impacts these systems have on brewing operations.

Requirements

• Formal training and certification from recognized brewing school (Siebel, Doemens, IBD, ABG, etc.) preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Food Science, Brewing & Fermentation or related scientific field of study preferred
• 1 year Experience working in a team-oriented, production environment required
• 1 year Working in a brewery, winery or distillery is strongly preferred
• Basic Mechanical Repair Experience preferred
• Comprehensive understanding of raw materials handling and Brewhouse operations, cellar management and filtration procedures
• Comeptent with MS365 Office suite of programs in addition to a CMMS for creation and completion of Work Orders
• Adequate understanding of COP, CIP, sanitation and sterilization techniques
• Able to accurately follow SOPs and policies as well as all department and site safety protocols
• Understanding of LOTOTO, Confined Space Entry and Confined Space Rescue programs
• Able to quickly assess the status of operations and troubleshoot processes
• Able to maintain a strong attention to detail while managing multiple, simultaneous tasks
• Able to effectively communicate and coordinate team tasks in a cross-functional, cross-departmental team environment
• Able to work unsupervised and make critical decisions
• Able to quickly assess the status of operations and troubleshoot processes
• Able to maintain a strong attention to detail while managing multiple, simultaneous tasks
• Able to effectively communicate and coordinate team tasks in a cross-functional, cross-departmental team environment
• Able to work unsupervised and make critical decisions
• Strong work ethic and high level of professionalism
• Counterbalance Lift Certification within 60 Days required
• Narrow Aisle Lift Certification within 60 Days required
• Cart Caddy Certification within 60 Days required
• Drum Lift Certification within 120 Days preferred
• Scissor Lift Certification within 120 Days preferred
• First Aid / CPR Certification within 120 Days required
• Confined Space Rescue Certification within 120 Days required
• Lock Out Tag Out Certification within 60 Days required

Qualifications

• You must be at least 21 years of age to work for Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
• Selected candidate must pass a pre-employment, post-offer background check.

Skills

• Formal training and certification from recognized brewing school (Siebel, Doemens, IBD, ABG, etc.) preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Food Science, Brewing & Fermentation or related scientific field of study preferred
• 1 year Experience working in a team-oriented, production environment required
• 1 year Working in a brewery, winery or distillery is strongly preferred
• Basic Mechanical Repair Experience preferred
• Comprehensive understanding of raw materials handling and Brewhouse operations, cellar management and filtration procedures
• Comeptent with MS365 Office suite of programs in addition to a CMMS for creation and completion of Work Orders
• Adequate understanding of COP, CIP, sanitation and sterilization techniques
• Able to accurately follow SOPs and policies as well as all department and site safety protocols
• Understanding of LOTOTO, Confined Space Entry and Confined Space Rescue programs
• Able to quickly assess the status of operations and troubleshoot processes
• Able to maintain a strong attention to detail while managing multiple, simultaneous tasks
• Able to effectively communicate and coordinate team tasks in a cross-functional, cross-departmental team environment
• Able to work unsupervised and make critical decisions
• Able to quickly assess the status of operations and troubleshoot processes
• Able to maintain a strong attention to detail while managing multiple, simultaneous tasks
• Able to effectively communicate and coordinate team tasks in a cross-functional, cross-departmental team environment
• Able to work unsupervised and make critical decisions
• Strong work ethic and high level of professionalism
• Counterbalance Lift Certification within 60 Days required
• Narrow Aisle Lift Certification within 60 Days required
• Cart Caddy Certification within 60 Days required
• Drum Lift Certification within 120 Days preferred
• Scissor Lift Certification within 120 Days preferred
• First Aid / CPR Certification within 120 Days required
• Confined Space Rescue Certification within 120 Days required
• Lock Out Tag Out Certification within 60 Days required

Benefits

• $16.74 to $25.86 hourly compensation for this role
• 10% company match on 401(k) contributions
• Learning and development opportunities
• Fostered safety at work with ongoing trainings, state-of-the-art equipment, and preventative care
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• An onsite medical clinic
• Mental health and well-being benefits including paid sick leave

Pay

• $16.74 to $25.86 hourly compensation for this role

Schedule

• This position includes a 15% shift differential.
• Must be able to work rotating days that includes weekends.