Production Brewer

Responsibilities would include but are not limited to:

• Raw ingredient handling, all aspects of a brew day, transferring wort/beer, yeast handling, packaging, monitoring fermentations, etc.
• Operate brewhouse with maximum attention to detail and accuracy (milling, mashing, lautering, proper gravities, etc.)
• Yeast management (harvesting, pitching and counts/viabilities)
• Tank management (gravity checks, trub dumps and dry-hopping)
• CIP and Sanitization on all vessels (fermenters, heat exchanger, mash tun, kettle, and bright beer tanks)
• Mash tun cleaning including removal of spent grain
• Troubleshooting, technical maintenance and by-the-letter adherence to SOP’s
• Maintain an inventory of raw materials & brewery supplies
• Ability to understand and pinch hit in cellar and packaging when needed
• Organize production logs, inventory reports, packaging logs, etc.
• Work and communicate well across all levels of a brewery operation (management, cellar, packaging, FOH, customers, suppliers, etc.)
• Assist with the development of our QA/QC program
• Maintain brewery equipment as well as general facility

Production Brewer qualifications:

At a minimum, the Production Brewer must have the following:

• 1-2 years of experience in a production brewery or brewpub
• Strong work ethic and self-starting attitude
• Good interpersonal skills and team spirit
• Excellent organization and communication skills
• The desire to work in a fast-paced, growing company
• Ability to operate a forklift and pallet jack
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods
• Ability to stoop, crawl, twist, turn, lift, kneel, climb ladders and stairs
• Ability to manipulate valves and clamps
• Ability to read and follow written English instructions
• Ability to regularly lift/carry heavy supplies, like bags of grain and kegs of beer
• Ability to work in a brewery environment which may be loud, slick, humid, and hot and cold
• Ability to comply with safe chemical handling procedures, including personal protection equipment such as gloves and goggles

Compensation:

We offer a competitive compensation package based on experience including healthcare, opportunities for advancement and on the job training, and of course a generous beer benefit so that you can enjoy the luxuries of your hard work.

How to apply:

If you are ready to join the Lord Hobo team, email your resume and a cover letter to careers@lordhobo.com.

Lord Hobo Brewing Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

To apply for this position, e-mail your resumé and thoughtful cover letter to careers@lordhobo.com