Brewery Operator - 3rd Shift

New Holland Brewing Co. LLC; Holland Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

New Holland Brewing Co. LLC is seeking a Brewery Operator for the 3rd shift in Holland, MI. You will execute day-to-day brewing and cellar activities, ensuring wort production aligns with recipes, quality specs, and schedules.

You will closely partner with QA/QC and Packaging to hit yield, quality, and production targets. The role requires hands-on brewing, sanitation expertise, and accurate documentation. You will follow SOPs and safety practices to maintain a reliable, efficient operation in a

Qualifications

• Technical brewing knowledge with hands-on brewhouse/cellar experience preferred.
• Understanding sanitation/CIP, yeast/fermentation basics, and GMPs.

Responsibilities

• Lead brewhouse and cellar steps (mash/lauter/boil, transfers, dry hop, barrel in/out, filtration/centrifuge) to SOP.
• Perform CIP/COP of tanks, hoses, and parts; verify chemical concentrations and rinse endpoints.
• Stage, receive, and organize materials (malt, hops, adjuncts) and maintain FIFO and lot traceability.
• Follow safety requirements: PPE, LOTO, machine guarding, chemical handling, and confined space practices.
• Assist Packaging/QA as needed to meet schedule and quality targets.

Skills

Brewing operations

Quality control

Sanitation & GMP

Documentation

Safety procedures

Problem solving

Job description

The Brewery Operator enriches the lives of our guests by producing safe, consistent, high-quality beer that reflects New Holland's standards. By following recipes, quality checks, and sanitation procedures, this role supports reliable operations and remarkable guest experiences.

What We Offer

At New Holland Brewing Company, we strive to inspire meaningful connections - and when you work here, you’ll feel that. Our culture is inclusive, caring, and community focused. Guided by our Core Values and Growth Principles, we foster engagement, development, and collaboration for every team member. We set high standards because they sustain our growth and success in a unique industry, and we match those standards with an engaging, and rewarding culture. You’ll find competitive compensation and benefits, opportunities to grow personally and professionally, and a team committed to helping you reach your goals while contributing to ours.

Job Summary

The Brewery Operator executes day today brewing and cellar activities, including wort production, transfers, dry hopping, barrel movements, filtration, CIP/COP, sanitation, and accurate batch/quality documentation. The role partners closely with QA/QC and Packaging to hit schedule, yield, and quality targets.

Accountability Chart

At New Holland Brewing Company, every role has an Accountability Chart that clearly defines the 3-5 core outcomes the role owns to move the business forward. The Accountability Chart helps candidates and team members understand what success looks like.

• Execute Brewing and Cellaring Operations to Spec: Produce wort and beer according to recipe, schedule, and quality specifications (gravity, pH, temperatures, sensory).
• Maintain Sanitation and GMP Compliance: Clean and sanitize tanks, lines, hoses, and equipment using CIP/COP and GMP practices to ensure food safety and readiness.
• Ensure Accurate Production and Quality Documentation: Record brewing, cellaring, and quality data accurately and on time to support traceability and compliance.
• Support Safe and Efficient Production Flow: Follow SOPs, PPE/LOTO, and material-handling standards to support reliable daily operations.
• Monitor Equipment and Escalate Issues: Identify operating abnormalities early and support corrective actions and preventive maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and act in a manner consistent with our Mission, Vision & Values
• Execute brewhouse and cellar steps (mash/lauter/boil, transfers, dry hop, barrel in/out, filtration/centrifuge) to SOP.
• Perform CIP/COP of tanks, hoses, and parts; verify chemical concentrations and rinse endpoints.
• Stage, receive, and organize materials (malt, hops, adjuncts) and maintain FIFO and lot traceability.
• Follow safety requirements: PPE, LOTO, machine guarding, chemical handling, and confined space practices.
• Support preventive maintenance and basic troubleshooting; elevate issues promptly.
• Assist Packaging/QA as needed to meet schedule and quality targets.

Required Qualifications

• Technical brewing knowledge with hands-on brewhouse/cellar experience preferred.
• Understanding sanitation/CIP, yeast/fermentation basics, and GMPs.
• Ability to follow SOPs, complete records accurately, and communicate clearly across shifts.
• Basic mechanical aptitude for safe equipment operation and minor troubleshooting.
• Ability to work on variable schedules including nights/weekends based on production needs.
• We strive to create an inclusive environment. Reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• Standing, walking, climbing, and repetitive tasks in hot/cold, humid, wet areas; frequent lifting up to 55 lbs.
• Exposure to steam, chemicals, CO2, and pressurized/rotating equipment; confined space work when required.
• Fast paced production setting with strict safety and sanitation expectations.

Reports To & Team

• Reports To: Brewery Supervisor
• Team: Production Operations

Equal Opportunity Statement

New Holland Brewing Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we provide reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. As part of our commitment to growth and development, New Holland reserves the right, as part of a succession or development plan, to fill a position without the role being posted.

Industry Sectors: Beer - Brewing/Brewery Jobs

Date Posted: 8/21/2026

Job Title: Brewery Operator - 3rd Shift

Company: New Holland Brewing Co. LLC

Employment Type: Full Time

Compensation/Salary: Not Specified

Industry Sectors: Beer - Brewing/Brewery Jobs

Date Posted: 8/21/2026

Location: 684 Commerce Ct, Holland, MI, 49424