Brewery Assistant

Ewing Moving Service & Storage, Inc; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) plan with matching

Relocation reimbursement

Opportunities to travel to brewing events

Discounts on beers and merchandise

Job summary

Ewing Moving Service & Storage, Inc located in Phoenix, Arizona is looking for a Production Assistant for its brewing operations. The role includes assisting the brew team with wort production, facilitating canning operations, and maintaining the brewery equipment.

The ideal candidate will have a background in brewing with 3+ years of experience. The position offers competitive compensation, health insurance, and opportunities for travel to brewing events.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of brewery or related industry experience.
• Cellar and packaging experience preferred.
• A well-rounded technical background to maintain and upkeep critical brewery equipment.
• A passion for beer, brewing, and the brewing industry.

Responsibilities

• Assist brew team with wort production and canning operations.
• Monitor fermentation and document metrics for quality assurance.
• Maintain and operate brewery equipment ensuring safety and cleanliness.
• Document production daily and conduct preventative maintenance.

Skills

Brewery experience

Cellar and packaging experience

Technical background

Passion for beer

Job description

Production

Primary

• Assisting brew team with wort production (grain handling, mash out, etc)
• Assisting and/or Leading in canning operations (including filling, packing, labeling)
• Transfer of wort and beer at a pace congruent to our production schedule
• Self managed cleaning of interior and exterior of all kegs as well as ensuring the integrity of the shell/spear before filling
• Filling of kegs with adherence to company standards
• Maintaining a flexible work-load to assist as needed
• Strong attention to proper safety and use of chemicals

Secondary

• Monitoring fermentation and documenting metrics in order to guarantee healthy beer (DO, CO2, Gravities, etc)
• CIP of tanks and brewing equipment that meet our standard of cleanliness while following all safety guidelines
• Operation of filtration equipment and associated upkeep with said equipment

Projects/Planning

• Daily documentation and record keeping to facilitate a detailed record of all production
• Preventative upkeep of equipment (maintenance and scheduling of improvements)

Equipment

• Preventative upkeep of cellar related equipment to ensure their safety, quality, and longevity
• Maintaining basic levels of facility maintenance and equipment upkeep

Qualifications/Experience

• 3+ years brewery (or related industry) experience
• Cellar and packaging experience preferred
• A well rounded technical background to assist in the maintenance and upkeep of critical brewery equipment
• A passion for beer, brewing, and the brewing industry

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive cash compensation commensurate with experience and education, including salary and quarterly bonus plan
• Health Insurance (partial company payment of medical, dental and vision premiums)
• 401(k) plan with generous matching
• Relocation reimbursement may be available for exceptional candidates
• Opportunities to travel to brewing events and training
• Outfitting (boots, work shirts, equipment, etc)
• Discounts on Wren House beers and merchandise

Wren House Brewing is an equal employment opportunity employer and we seek to build a culturally diverse staff where differences are respected and celebrated. Individuals from all walks of life are encouraged to apply.