Brewer
Commonhouse Aleworks
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POSITION SUMMARY: The Brewers at Commonhouse Aleworks hold responsibility and accountability for all brewing, cellaring, packaging, and cleaning. The role is an extension of the Head Brewer and will work in consultation with them to further the mission and values of Commonhouse Aleworks while growing the bottom line results of the business. Brewers are an integral part of the core production team and a representative for the Commonhouse brand, responsible for upholding company values at all times while ensuring our standards of quality beer and rules of engagement within Commonhouse are met.
KEY GOALS:
Execute on Commonhouse Aleworks’ goal of pursuing production of the perfect beer in a stellar environment by holding themselves and team members accountable to expectations; be actively engaged in Commonhouse operations and culture; maximize efficiency and profitability of Brewhouse operations by participating in adhering to system development and modifications of processes; release market relevant beer of the highest quality; manage costs to be inline/ beat budget targets especially for raw materials costs of goods sold. The ability to multitask, pay attention to detail, and proactively take tasks to completion in a timely manner is a must.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assisting the Head Brewer in any and all aspects of the production of beer (ordering and receiving raw materials, brewing, transferring, cellaring, cleaning, packaging, quality control and assurance, plant operations)
Brew, cellar, and package beer according to the brew schedule and per the Head Brewer
Work closely with other brewers and team members to achieve desired quality and production targets
Complete tasks in accordance with company standard operating procedures and guidelines
Follow all safety procedures
Keep accurate inventory and quality management of raw materials and chemicals. Communicate inventory on no less than a weekly basis with Head Brewer
Keep accurate daily production and activity records in company systems
Continually maintain all brewhouse areas, including equipment (mill room, brewhouse, cellar, spent grain area, bulk grain storage area, service yard, storage mezzanine, as well as all walkways and driveways around/ leading to the brewhouse)
Maintain a clean and organized work environment, keeping facility clean and functional at all times
Assist with inventory counts of finished beer, grain, hops, and other materials as assigned
Monitor quality, temperature, pressure, gravities, dissolved oxygen, and carbonation of beers in tanks, in package, on on draft in the Taphouse on a daily basis
Work with Head Brewer to keep an improvement log on all issues as they develop
Attend Production and All Hands meetings and contribute to new products and product improvement
Brewhouse operation
Malt handling and wort production
Monitoring fermentation (gravity, pH, cell counts, etc.), sampling, and conducting taste panels
Maintaining accurate and legible records and entering into brewery enterprise software (EKOS BREWMASTER), brew logs and quality monitoring software (Grist)
Quality control and assurance
Yeast harvesting, storage, and cell counting
Troubleshooting equipment problems within the brewhouse
General cellar operations
Beer transfers – tank to tank/prep beers for packaging
Dry hopping
Raw ingredient management/ measurement per recipes/ SOPs
Packaging of draft, bottled, and canned product
CIP & Cleaning, sanitation and maintenance of brewhouse equipment and cellar tanks and equipment, using tools and equipment to validate cleaning (i.e., ATP meter)
Line cleaning
Assisting other team members as needed
Proper handling of chemicals required for sanitization and cleaning of equipment
Understanding and practicing all internal safety standards
Being an everyday ambassador for Commonhouse Aleworks
Adheres to and advances the culture of Commonhouse Aleworks.
Self motivated and accountable
Complete all necessary paperwork and computer work accurately and promptly/ on time
Able to work a flexible schedule of nights, days, and weekends. Some flexibility in hours is allowed; however, Brewhouse employees are expected to be available and working during the “core” work hours of 8am to 6pm (8-5/ 9-6.) Occasional early morning, evening, and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
Competitive salary/ wages, Paid Time Off, Holidays, Extended Sick Leave, Health Care Insurance, and Retirement benefits.