Brewery Technician: Wort Production & Equipment Maintenance

BBQ Holdings, Inc.; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

BBQ Holdings, Inc. operates Granite City Brewhouse facilities and is seeking a Brew Operator to produce wort and maintain brewing equipment and the facility.

Responsibilities include milling, mashing, lautering, wort boiling, cooling, transferring to storage, and equipment repair. The role requires adherence to SOPs, strong teamwork, and inventory oversight, with flexibility for shifts and holidays.

Qualifications

• Strong planning and project management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Passion and commitment for brewing.
• Able to lift heavy objects (e.g., 50 lb malt bags).
• Stand for extended periods and work in 32–100°F environments.
• Able to understand MSDS and handle brewery chemicals.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Planning & project management

Interpersonal communication

Brewing passion

Physical stamina

MSDS awareness

Education

High School degree

Job description

BBQ Holdings, Inc. operates Granite City Brewhouse facilities and is seeking a Brew Operator to produce wort and maintain brewing equipment and the facility.

Responsibilities include milling, mashing, lautering, wort boiling, cooling, transferring to storage, and equipment repair. The role requires adherence to SOPs, strong teamwork, and inventory oversight, with flexibility for shifts and holidays.