Senior Brewer/Cellar Operator

Job Details:

With several years of industry experience, Senior Brewers are recognized for their advanced expertise and contribution. In addition to all tasks required of the Brewer/Cellar Operator position, Senior Brewers conduct best production brewing related research and study, train new operators, manage weekly PM initiatives, and help with miscellaneous logistical ordering and coordination. As de facto leaders on the floor, they will provide guidance to Operators, make decisions when HB and Leads are unavailable, and provide feedback to HB and Leads to refine practices, streamline processes and maximize efficiency. Finally, Senior Brewers will contribute to the building and maintenance of a healthy work culture by promoting safe manufacturing practices, open communication between teammates and Leads, learning opportunities for Operators, and ultimately a model of positive productivity for their colleagues. 

Responsibilities:

• Training of new operators

• Manage miscellaneous orders (ex: CO2, O2 cylinders, coordinating grain pickups)

• Project management (ex: new recipe development, long term quality and efficiency projects, etc.)

• Conduct Preventive Maintenance

• Weekly schedule review w/Leads + HB

• Continued mentorship and support for Junior Operators beyond training period

• Providing constructive feedback to HB + Leads

• Provide leadership on the floor

• Day to day decision making when HB and Leads are unavailable

• Conduct research to advance the quality of ZG beer, both inside and outside the workplace

• Operation and basic maintenance of raw materials handling, Brewhouse operations, Cellar management and Filtration procedures

• Ability to make critical decisions based on various production and quality parameters

• Share in all production duties and responsibilities

• Assess the status of operations and troubleshoot process issues

• Analysis of various production and quality parameters

• Ongoing brewery sanitation

• Other duties as assigned

Requirments:

• 3+ years multi-batch shift brewing and centrifuge experience with additional consideration given to candidates with advanced brewing/food science/lab science education & experience. 

• A willingness to take on leadership responsibilities, such as the mentoring and support of Junior Operators, supporting Leads with scheduling and process recommendations, autonomously maintaining and inspiring best practices, operating with a general desire to improve ZG beer, and working to maintain and grow ZG as a happy and healthy workplace for all colleagues. 

• Strong analytical skills, Excel proficiency a plus

• Strong organizational skills

• Mechanical aptitude a plus

• Ability to troubleshoot issues and make recommendations for bettering ZG products and processes

• High School diploma or GED (4 year college degree a plus)

• Strong time management skills, skilled multitasker and an attention to detail

• This position requires 1st and 2nd shift (rotating) and occasional weekend and overtime work availability as needed

• Strong organizational, communication, computer and record keeping skills

• A basic understanding of laboratory techniques (cell counting, DO meter, etc)

• A positive attitude, willingness to learn

• Ability to operate with minimal supervision

• Willingness to fill in other job duties as necessary

Working Environment/Physical Demands:

This job is conducted in a manufacturing environment with exposure to temperature changes and at times, work areas may be wet, requiring personal protection to be worn. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is regularly required to use hands to handle or feel objects, tools and controls; to reach with hands and arms; to stand, walk, sit, stoop or crouch; to talk and to hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and work in tight spaces at times. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 55 pounds. Production staff often stand in one place for most of their shift and do repetitive motions. At times the production environment has noise levels that are usually moderate to loud and warehouse temperature fluctuates according to the weather. 

Other Information:

CSchedule: 40 hours a week, M-F, first and second shift with weekend and overtime work availability if necessary

Compensation ranges from $25–$28 per hour, based on experience and upon successful completion of the training period.

To apply, email resume & cover letter to careers@zerogravitybeer.com