Brewery Assistant

Job Summary:

This position is primarily responsible for producing wort and maintaining brewing equipment and facility.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Complete brewing process in a safe and efficient manner. This includes, but is not limited to, milling, mashing, and lautering, wort boiling, cooling and transferring to Storage vessels.


• Repair brewery equipment with assistance from other Brewhouse employees.


• Completion of daily cleaning and maintenance checklists


• Aid with yeast propagation following Company's process.


• Maintain cleanliness of all areas in the brew house.


• Work with Lab Technician to ensure our product meets our standards of the highest quality.


• Maintaining the use of standard operating procedures unless otherwise instructed.


• Communicate regularly and efficiently with Granite City staff.


• Maintain inventory as needed. Report any low levels of inventory to your supervisor when necessary.


• Arrive to each shift on time with a positive attitude.


• Complete all necessary paperwork accurately and on time.


• Perform others duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Strong planning and project management skills with the ability to work well under pressure and to manage multiple projects with excellent attention to detail.


• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.


• Passion and commitment for brewing.


• Able to lift heavy objects (empty kegs, 50 pound malt bags, etc.) above five feet in height


• Frequently


• Standing for extended periods


• Able to enter and exit brewery vessels for cleaning and inspection


• Work in environments of 32 to 100 degrees Fahrenheit


• Able to understand MSDS and handle chemicals utilized in the brewery


• Able to multi-task and work both unsupervised and as part of a team

Educational Requirements:

• High School Degree or Equivalent


• Brewing experience preferred , but not required


• Valid Driver's License


• Must be able to pass a Motor Vehicles Records background check


• Must be able to work a flexible schedule of nights, days, weekends and holidays