Brewer / General Operations at DONA

Empregara; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Growth opportunities

Job summary

DONA in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a hands-on production team member to join our brewing and packaging line. You will assist in milling, brewing, filling, and palletizing, learning every step of the process from start to finish.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in beverage production, strong safety awareness, and excellent teamwork. This hourly role offers growth opportunities and health insurance after a probation period.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in brewing/commercial beverage manufacturing or high volume food production
• NY food safety certification card required; knowledge of Safe Quality Food, FDA, and GMPs a big plus
• Mechanically inclined; operating commercial/industrial equipment
• Licensed forklift operator is a big plus
• Ability to give and receive constructive feedback in groups and one-on-one
• Ability to problem solve in fast-paced environments with time constraints
• Strong writing, verbal, and math skills
• Basic computer knowledge including Google Docs and Sheets
• Familiarity with quality control and QA techniques and methods
• Tea/spice knowledge or passion is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist in prep, production, and packaging of our tea beverages
• Learn our entire production process from milling to palletizing
• Work with Head Brewers and Filling Line Lead
• Maintain high standards of food safety and quality
• Be a flexible team player to refine processes and scale operations

Skills

Brewing experience

Food safety knowledge

Forklift operator

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Tools

Google Docs

Google Sheets

Job description

Company description

Intentionally Sourced, Impeccably Crafted Teas made in Brooklyn, NY. We make tea!

Job description

Job description

Company description

Intentionally Sourced, Impeccably Crafted Teas made in Brooklyn, NY. We make tea!

We are looking for a new DONA team member to join our small but mighty brewing and production team. You will work with our Head Brewers and our Filling Line Lead to assist in the prep, production, and packaging of our full line of tea focused beverages. You will learn our entire production process from start to finish, including (but definitely not limited to): milling, batching, brewing, filling, packaging, and palletizing our liquid concentrates.

Food safety, quality, and care are top priorities at DONA and we value people that bring a positive energy and desire for continuous improvement and progression to the work they do.

This is a position with great growth potential. We are a small team doing big things and need someone who can be fluid and flexible as we refine our process, continue to scale up our operations, and develop new product lines. Must be a team player, great communicator, listener, and creative critical thinker with a desire to make high quality products with the highest standards of food safety and precision.

Preferred Experience

• 2+ years experience working in brewing/commercial beverage manufacturing, commercial food production facility/warehouse, or high volume restaurant kitchen
• Understanding of Food Safety standards – NY food safety certification card required; knowledge of Safe Quality Food, Food and Drug Administration, and Good Manufacturing Practices requirements a big plus!
• Mechanically inclined, you will be operating commercial/industrial equipment
• Licensed forklift operator (not a requirement, but a big plus!)
• Ability to give and receive constructive feedback, both one-on-one and in group settings
• Ability to problem solve, especially in fast paced environments / under time constraints
• Strong writing, verbal, and math skills
• Basic computer knowledge a must, including competency in Google Docs and Sheets
• Familiarity with quality control and quality assurance techniques and methods
• Tea / spice knowledge (or tea / spice passion and curiosity!)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to repeatedly lift and carry 50+ pounds
• Ascend/descend stairs and ladders
• Comfortable working on feet for extended periods of time
• Comfortable getting sweaty (and sticky!) at work
• Comfortable working with hot liquids and equipment (PPE Provided)
• Available occasional early mornings and late evenings

Compensation

This position is hourly starting at $23/hr

Health insurance cost shared and available following initial 60 day probationary period

this position is: hourly, $20/hr +