Brewery Assistant

BBQ Holdings, Inc.; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

BBQ Holdings, Inc. operates Granite City in Fargo, ND. This role focuses on producing wort, maintaining brewing equipment, and upholding safety and quality standards in a fast-paced production environment.

The position involves milling, mashing, lautering, wort boiling, cooling, and transferring, plus daily cleaning, yeast propagation, and inventory tasks. Strong teamwork, reliability, and adherence to procedures are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Strong planning and project management under pressure.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication.
• Passion and commitment for brewing.
• Able to lift 50 lb bags and move heavy objects.
• Standing for extended periods; able to work in 32–100°F.
• Understand MSDS and handle chemicals safely.
• Able to multi-task and work unsupervised or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Complete brewing process including milling, mashing, lautering, wort boiling, cooling, and transfers.
• Repair brewery equipment with assistance from team.
• Complete daily cleaning and maintenance checklists.
• Aid yeast propagation following Company process.
• Maintain cleanliness of all brew house areas.
• Collaborate with Lab Technician to ensure quality standards.
• Follow standard operating procedures unless instructed otherwise.
• Communicate with Granite City staff regularly and efficiently.
• Maintain inventory; 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

Brewing passion

Planning and multitasking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Brewing experience preferred

Valid Driver's License

MVR background check

Flexible schedule availability

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