Brewery Assistant

BBQ Holdings, Inc.; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

BBQ Holdings, Inc. is seeking a brewery production operator in Davenport, IA. You will produce wort, maintain brewing equipment, and support quality standards. This role involves following SOPs, collaborating with lab staff, and ensuring clean, safe operation of the brew house.

Ideal candidates have strong planning and communication skills, are able to lift heavy objects, stand for long periods, and work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong planning and project management skills with ability to manage multiple projects.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Passion and commitment for brewing.
• Able to lift heavy objects (e.g., 50 lb malt bags) and work in cold environments.
• Stand for extended periods and work unsupervised or in a team.
• Understand MSDS and handle chemicals used in the brewery.

Responsibilities

• Complete brewing process safely and efficiently including milling, mashing, lautering, wort boiling, cooling, and transferring.
• Repair brewery equipment with assistance from Brewhouse staff.
• Complete daily cleaning and maintenance checklists.
• Aid yeast propagation following Company's process.
• Maintain cleanliness of all areas in the brew house.
• Collaborate with Lab Technician to ensure product quality.
• Follow standard operating procedures unless instructed otherwise.
• Maintain inventory and report low levels to supervisor.
• Attend shifts on time with a positive attitude.
• Complete paperwork accurately and on time.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Planning

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Brewing passion

Heavy lifting

Stand long periods

Multi-tasking

Team player

Education

High School Diploma

Brewing experience preferred

Valid Driver's License

MV Records background check

Job description

Job Summary

This position is primarily responsible for producing wort and maintaining brewing equipment and facility.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Complete brewing process in a safe and efficient manner. This includes, but is not limited to, milling, mashing, and lautering, wort boiling, cooling and transferring to Storage vessels.
• Repair brewery equipment with assistance from other Brewhouse employees.
• Completion of daily cleaning and maintenance checklists
• Aid with yeast propagation following Company's process.
• Maintain cleanliness of all areas in the brew house.
• Work with Lab Technician to ensure our product meets our standards of the highest quality.
• Maintaining the use of standard operating procedures unless otherwise instructed.
• Communicate regularly and efficiently with Granite City staff.
• Maintain inventory as needed. Report any low levels of inventory to your supervisor when necessary.
• Arrive to each shift on time with a positive attitude.
• Complete all necessary paperwork accurately and on time.
• Perform others duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Strong planning and project management skills with the ability to work well under pressure and to manage multiple projects with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Passion and commitment for brewing.
• Able to lift heavy objects (empty kegs, 50 pound malt bags, etc.) above five feet in height
• Frequently
• Standing for extended periods
• Able to enter and exit brewery vessels for cleaning and inspection
• Work in environments of 32 to 100 degrees Fahrenheit
• Able to understand MSDS and handle chemicals utilized in the brewery
• Able to multi-task and work both unsupervised and as part of a team

Educational Requirements

• High School Degree or Equivalent
• Brewing experience preferred , but not required
• Valid Driver's License
• Must be able to pass a Motor Vehicles Records background check
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule of nights, days, weekends and holidays