Brewing Lead

Position summary:

The Brewing Lead role is an on-the-floor leadership position who will report to our Head of Production and Quality. The Brewing Lead will be responsible for the overall daily execution of the brewing and cellaring of our beer. All the while championing constant improvement of our quality, processes, and people.

About us:

Reuben's Brews is a family brewery that opened in 2012. We brew from the glass backwards: designing each beer with intention, unbound by constraints. We know making the extra effort is worth it. We are the most decorated brewery in Washington, have two brewhouses, two tasting rooms, and two private event spaces, and we distribute our beer predominantly in the Pacific Northwest. In 2025 we brewed 23,000 BBLs. 

The role:

This role is responsible for the following:

• Leading brewing operations


• Provide direction to the team to ensure Brew/Cellar plan execution is completed


• Be a an on the floor resource to help accomplish production as needed


• Train staff on SOPs and maintain accountability for the completion of these procedures


• Brew/Cellar equipment maintenance - understand and plan brewery specific maintenance, conduct maintenance as necessary


• Be a troubleshooting resource for brewery tasks and equipment


• Coordinate with other production managers to build, guide and execute planning


• EKOS (ERP) management and processing.
  

The successful candidate will have:

• 2+ years related experience required, 5+ years preferred


• Strong people management skills and leadership experience with a proven track record of helping elevate a team


• Related degree or professional qualification would be highly beneficial;


• A passion for the beer industry, including a strong knowledge of Reuben’s.


• Understanding of ERP systems, ability to process data in them


• Physical demands include but are not limited to: Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; Often lift or move full 1/2BBL kegs.
  

In addition to these minimum requirements, we expect the successful candidate will demonstrate the following:

• Glass Backwards mentality – taking unique, solution-focused approaches to problems


• A proven track record of Making it Happen – infectiously enthusiastic and can-do attitude – a thirst to learn, to teach others, and an obsessive commitment to our brewery’s success is an absolute must


• Recognition that we are here to delight - for internal and external customers, partners, and the Reuben’s team as a whole 


• A One Team mentality – a team-focused approach to achieving results


• Assume the Best Intent - no ego, a focus on team results, and a willingness to roll up their sleeves and jump in where needed


• A Passion for Craft - recognize and live a mentality that the extra effort is worth it. 

The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned from time to time as necessitated by business demands. Roles and responsibilities may evolve over the years reflecting the growth and maturity of the brewery.

Our team is the heart of Reuben’s Brews. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, career development opportunities and the exciting opportunity to help us craft a wonderful future.

• Medical and Dental Insurance (for all employees who work 20+ hours per week)


• Paid Time Off 


• 401(k) retirement savings plan with 4% company match 

Details:

• Must be over 21


• This position is in-person  


• From $30.00/hour DOE