Innovation Brewer-3

Anheuser-Busch; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Pension contributions

25 days holidays

Travel insurance

Gym memberships

Dental

Beer allowance

Volunteer days

Employee networks

Private Medical Care

Job summary

Budweiser Brewing Group is seeking a hands-on Innovation Brewer to join our Kentish Town brewery. You will brew, package, and trial new liquids, while supporting commercial with liquid development and Enfield when needed.

Reporting to the Head Brewer, you will manage safety, HACCP, inventory, and continuous improvement alongside a multi-skilled team, driving high hygiene standards and traceability.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years in brewing operations.
• Knowledge of quality control within process production.
• Willingness to learn new skills and a 2-way communication with teams.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and compliance in daily brewing operations.
• Operate brewhouse, cellar, filtration, packaging and related equipment.
• Lead precision brewing using lab data to keep beer in spec.

Skills

Brewing operations

Quality control

Lab operations

Problem solving

Communication

Computer literacy

Team player

Detail oriented

Education

Science/Engineering/Brewing degree

IBD Diploma in Brewing (desirable)

Tools

CMMS

ERP systems

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Seniority Level:Production Innovation BrewerThe Purpose:Our brewery in Kentish Town is our home of innovation, and the purpose of this role is to be part of a world-class brewing team making great beer. The position is hands-on, where you will not only be making beer but helping create new recipes and trialing exciting new products and techniques. You’re reporting to Head Brewer in this position.At Budweiser Brewing Group, dreaming big is what we do. Brewing the world’s most loved beers, building iconic brands like Budweiser and Stella Artois, and crafting meaningful moments inspire us.We’re a team of passionate owners who aren’t afraid to dream big because we know that we can achieve anything together. To build a more sustainable, inclusive and rewarding future. Turning any challenge into an opportunity. So let’s take on the challenge together. Cheers to dreaming big!You will be part of a multi-skilled team, responsible for undertaking various brewing, packaging and innovation operations including but not limited to: technical compliance management, stock management, safety reporting (near misses), housekeeping, beer production and packaging. The innovation brewer is responsible for all brewing and packaging processes from the intake of raw materials to the production of finished goods and movement to consumer/Enfield. They will also support commercial with new liquid development, some PR commercial activities to support volume growth of the brand and supporting Enfield when required.Key Tasks: ResponsibilitiesThis job description and the job title is not necessarily descriptive of all duties and does not restrict flexibility. You may be required, from time to time, to carry out tasks in addition to or instead of your normal duties, if they are reasonable and within your capabilitiesKey Tasks: AccountabilitiesThe safety of our teams is our top priority through teamwork and collaboration ensuring to raise near misses on-time with 100% closure rate. Working with Safety on safety initiatives.Making great beer requires the highest quality standards always by following our strict hygiene standards, reporting anything out of specification or process and being an owner of all areas of your role ensuring to follow our operational standards and maintaining high attention to detail.Basic Lab operations; including but not limited to yeast counts, diacetyl testing, PH, Gravity, CC, viability, CO2, DO, LA testMeeting plan attainment on time in full (OTIF) making sure to report any deviationsPerforming all necessary brewery operations – including brewhouse, cellar management and bright beer filtration, packaging, Tankering, FLT work and support stock controlRespond to breakdowns, troubleshoots and problem solve to bring the plant back up to working standard.Lead on precision brewing ensuring our beers are in specification using data from the lab team, adhere to all quality related needs and respond/react to any out of specsSupport HACCP activities onsite along with SALSA accreditationSupporting problem-solving across teams and contributing to our continuous improvement programInventory management of all raw materials, chemicals and goods receipting upon deliveryLiaise directly with suppliers/OEM’s for the provision of spares/services/materialsComplete the required CMMS system reporting for all beer processing.Management of waste streams created by the brewing processes e.g. spent grain, waste yeast etc.Loading and unloading of materials & finished goods in a safe manner using relevant vehicleCompleting all physical and digital paper trails and movements OTIF with a strict focus on maintaining our high traceability standards. This may include using ERP Systems, Digital Logs, etc.Keeping all production areas clean and tidy, in line with our hygiene routine.Partaking in all VPO routines, including 5S, creating and updating SOPs, SWIs and OPLs, pillar meetings and PDCA cycles.Innovating new liquids that can be the next Camden Hells/Pale/Eazy in line with the Commercial teamsPresent to commercial parties of the story of Camden and how our innovation process worksSupporting Enfield with production if necessarySkills, Knowledge and Experience required:Someone passionate about the production of high-quality beer with an understanding of quality within process productionTechnical & fault-finding skills to enable you to operate in our fast-moving environmentWillingness to learn new skills and a “can do” attitudeGood communication skills, both verbal and writtenComputer literacy with the ability to follow screen instructionsA strong team player who thrives in an open collaborative environmentDetail oriented, driving high standards of record keeping.You will bring:1-2 years in brewing operationsNot strictly required but advantageous relevant technical degree (science, engineering, brewing or winemaking)Nice to have formal brewing education such as the IBD Diploma in Brewing is desirableKnowledge of quality control and assurance processesRelevant hands-on plant aptitude – excellent problem-solving skills.Desirable experience in laboratory operationsPassion for the Brewing Industry and knowledge of current beer trends and stylesBenefits & Perks:Benefits for you and your family to help your physical and mental healthCompetitive parental leave and pension double contributions25 days of holidays per yearEmployee benefits to help your physical and mental health and overall well-being (travel insurance, gym memberships, discounted services, dental etc.)A beer allowance to enjoy our brands2 volunteer days a year to support your local community5 employee networks to support diversity and inclusionWPA Private Medical Care26 weeks of paid leave for a primary caregiver‘Return to Work’ programmeWhat you can expect from us:In this role, you’ll have the potential to transform our business and your career. You’ll get the support and mentor you need to succeed. We’re a meritocracy with plenty of room for growth and development, so you know your hard work will be rewarded.We encourage you to think big and go after your goals. You’ll get to be creative and work with international teams so you can build a global network and have direct control over your career and where it takes you.We are building a more supportive, inclusive, and collaborative team. A team that’s diverse in background, skills and experience.So if you dream big but are concerned you’re not a perfect fit against the job description, we’d still encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate to help us create a future with more cheers.As the leading global brewer, we are committed to bringing people together for a better – and more equal – world. An equal world starts when everyone can thrive. At Budweiser Brewing Group, we value the diversity of cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce. We strongly encourage women, people of colour, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.#LI-BudweiserUK&I