Cellar Operator

Mighty Squirrel Brewing Co is a growing production brewery located in Waltham, MA. We are looking to add a full time Cellar Operator to our team.

EVERYDAY DUTIES

• Safe handling of cleaning chemicals, gasses, pressurized vessels, hot liquor, etc. and general promotion of safety and quality culture within the brewery
• Monitor fermentation by reading and logging gravities, pH, and temperature of beer daily
• Dry hopping the prescribed amount of hops to a designated fermenter
• Yeast management, including cell counting and the harvesting and pitching of yeast while following sanitary procedures
• Maintain a sanitary environment in the cellar at all times, including but not limited to cleaning floors, walls, tanks, and other brewing equipment
• CIP and SIP of fermenters and brite tanks
• Perform assessment of fermenting beer for appropriate processing, such as dry hopping, crashing tanks and removing yeast
• Transferring beer from fermenter to brite tank in a sanitary manner
• Operating a GEA centrifuge for finished beer clarity and consistency
• Applying the correct pressure and volume of compressed CO2 gas to brite tanks for carbonation
• Proper use of lab equipment including Invisible Sentinel and CBox.
• Proper use and maintenance of cellar parts and equipment including hoses, gaskets, pumps, etc.
• Using Ekos for expressing task completion
• 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

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Must be 21 years of age or older at the time of application
• Able to pass a post-offer, pre-employment background check
• Strong understanding of how to operate safely and maintain a safe working environment
• Minimum 2 years of brewery experience
• Strong work ethic and self-starting attitude
• Good interpersonal skills and team spirit
• Able to operate a forklift and pallet jack
• Ability to keep meticulous digital records via daily data entry
• 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

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 165 pounds
• 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

COMPENSATION & PERKS

Competitive pay

Stock options

Health benefits

Retirement plan (401k)

Education reimbursement

Donation matching

About Mighty Squirrel Brewing Co.

Mighty Squirrel was founded by friends and home-brewers Naveen Pawar and Henry Manice in 2015 and has since expanded distribution of its beers across Massachusetts through its partner Atlantic Beverage (best sellers include Cloud Candy NEIPA, Mango Lassi Sour IPA and Sour Face Berliner Weisse). The company is always looking to find fun ways to interact with the community through creative events and innovative partnerships. Learn more at www.mightysquirrel.com and www.instagram.com/mightysqrl.

*All candidates must have and maintain an acceptable driving record and pass a pre-employment background check.