Brewer's Assistant

Description

 Job Summary : The brewer assistant will be responsible for assistant brewer and cellar person duties including but not limited to production, packaging, inventory management, cleaning and maintenance of facility, equipment and supplies. Complete tasks assigned by head brewer with a positive attitude toward the diversity of tasks and the ability to transition between assignments as needed. Duties will include but are not limited to, wort production, beer packaging and transfers, cleaning, collaborating, record keeping, computer use, and maintaining cleanliness and flow of the brewery to Elicit Brewing’s standards.

EVERYDAY DUTIES

• Draft line cleaning 

• Safe handling of cleaning chemicals, gases, pressurized vessels, hot liquor, etc.

• General promotion of safety and quality culture within the brewery

• Learn, understand and execute brewing operations according to Elicit Brewing Co. standard operating procedures

• Proper use and maintenance of parts and equipment including hoses, gaskets, pumps, etc.

• Assist in Cellaring and Packaging when needed

• Maintain a clean, sanitary and organized work environment all times; including but not limited to cleaning floors, walls, tanks, and other brewing equipment

• CIP of brewhouse and ancillary equipment

• Ensure department maintains a commitment to consistent and quality products

• Open, effective, and professional communication with all team members

• Other tasks may be assigned as needed

Compensation

• Competitive hourly wage + overtime

• Wages commensurate with experience

This is a part time position with the potential to grow into a full time position.

Requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work in a team environment

• Ability to stand for prolonged periods

• Ability to stoop, crawl, twist, turn, lift, kneel, climb ladders and stairs

• Ability to regularly lift/carry 44 pound boxes, 55 pound bags and periodically lift/move 150+ pounds with assistance

• Able to work in a production environment which may be loud, wet, slick, humid, cold and/or hot

• Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently without loss of attention to quality

• Able to comply with safe chemical handling procedures, including personal protection equipment such as gloves and goggles

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Must be 21 years of age or older

• Strong attention to detail

• Strong understanding of how to operate safely and maintain a safe working environment

• Minimum of 1 year of brewery or homebrewing experience

• Strong work ethic and self-starting attitude

• Strong interpersonal skills and team spirit

• Strong possession of common sense in all areas of work, including problem-solving and communication

• The desire to work in a fast-paced, growing company