THE ROLE
The full-time Production Brewer assists in the execution of daily shift duties in the brewhouse and cellar. Top candidates for this position are collaborative, adaptable, and pursue life-long learning opportunities. We’re looking for an individual to join the team to help with our continuous improvement efforts to scale with our rapid growth. We’re currently brewing on a 50 bbl system brewing dozens of different recipes/brands a year.
JOB SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
- Participate in all areas of the brewing process as directed: weighing and measuring ingredients, mixing and fermentation process, wort production, filtration and centrifugation, dry hopping, manage incoming and outgoing yeast, transfer green beer to aging, conditioning the beer, CIP duties
- Work with and support the Brewing Team to execute the planned production schedule
- Collect quality and relevant data to maintain batch records using Google Docs, Microsoft Office and OrchestratedBEER software and have the ability to learn new applications as needed
- Daily sampling as requested
- Maintain a “safety first” attitude to keep the facility clean, safe and well organized which ensures a safe working environment
- Assist in restocking and organizing the brewing ingredients
- Assist in troubleshooting production upsets to escalate critical issues in a timely manner
- GMP manufacturing knowledge and willingness to learn and support operator based maintenance
- Flexibility with brew shifts, as they may change depending on planned schedule
- Operate forklift as needed. We will certify if not trained.
- Support Sleeping Giant Brewing cultureWillingness to work in a flow-to-work team environment
Maintain a professional demeanor that holds space for an atmosphere of mutual respect
Embrace and promote an atmosphere of continual improvement
Maintain a high level of communication both upward and downward in the organization
Actively participate in required meetings
- Physical demands of the jobLift up to 60 lbs repeatedly
Maneuver up to 165 lbs
Work on feet up to 10 hours
Repeated bending, kneeling and crouching
Cold, wet, hot and muggy conditions
- Four - 10 hour shift schedule, no overnights - Mon-Fri or Fri-Mon possible
- As new opportunities present themselves, additional responsibilities may be assigned
EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED). Additional education/training preferred, such as relevant Bachelor degree or certification from IBD, Siebels, UC-Davis, Metro State, etc.
- One year of brewing experience in a production brewery is desired, regional sized brewery experience is preferred
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum age of 21
- Understanding of or experience with flow, volume control in a food/beverage closed system plant
- Ability to participate effectively in a team environment and to communicate cross functionally verbally and in writing
- Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving and multitasking skills
- Be flexible with shifting work schedule
BENEFITS AT A GLANCE
- PTO
- Paid Holidays
- Health plan - 50% premium company paid
- Dental and Vision plans available
- 401K with company match
- Annual Profit Sharing
- Life Insurance and Long-term Disability - company paid
- Education Upskill Opportunity
- We have a “non-corporate” work environment while still focusing on what is important for success
We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of our requirements described. Sleeping Giant Brewing Company strongly supports equal employment opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.
ABOUT SLEEPING GIANT BREWING COMPANY
Founded in 2014, Sleeping Giant Brewing Company is the first and only dedicated contract brewery in the western United States. We’re one of the biggest breweries in Colorado that you’ve probably never heard of. We brew and package on a contract basis for a variety of breweries. We’ve produced beers that have won competition awards. We’re agroup of life-long learners who love the beer-making craft and we value Quality, Accountability, Teamwork and Fun. We’re a fast-paced, rapidly growing company who are focused on growing the brands of our craft brewing partners through craftsmanship, technology and service which allows their world-class beer to be widely available.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.50 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Denver, CO 80204 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Denver, CO 80204: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
