Cellar Operator, Mighty Squirrel Brewing Co., Waltham, MA
Overview of Position
We have been successfully operating our brewery in Waltham, MA since 2018, and we currently have a 30-bbl and 10-bbl brewhouses. We are looking for an experienced brewer to join our team and help manage the brewing operations. We are looking for someone with extensive brewing experience, a strong mechanical background, a thorough understanding of brewing science and recipe development, and experience managing people. The candidate will ideally be able to join our team in July, 2026.
You will manage a state-of-the-art brew house with a canning line in an 18,000 sq. ft brewery space that currently produces around 20,000 barrels annually. If you are hard working with a positive attitude and want to be part of a team of fun and adventurous people, then we would love to hear from you!
About Mighty Squirrel
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 seven states (MA, NH, RI, CT, NY, NJ, and PA); and it's best sellers include Cloud Candy NEIPA, Double Cloud Candy DIPA, Cloud Candy Light, Roma Pilsner, Kiwi White, Mango Lassi Sour Ale, and Sour Face Berliner Weisse. The company currently brews around 20,000 barrels annually, and 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.
Position Summary
- Safe handling of cleaning chemicals, gases, 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
- 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
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
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
Compensation, Benefits, and Perks
- Pay range $55-$70k (this is TOTAL comp including base salary AND bonus potential)
- Stock Options
- Health Benefits
- Beer, Food, and Merch Perks
All candidates must have and maintain an acceptable driving record and pass a pre-employment background check.
Pay: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- Number of years of experience in the brewing industry?
- Number of years of experience as a brewer/ cellar (or equivalent) in the brewing industry?
Work Location: In person
