BREWHOUSE AND CELLAR TECHNICIAN

Odell Brewing Co.; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Program

Medical & Dental Benefits

Paid Time Off

Weekly beer allotment

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Odell Brewing is seeking a Brewhouse and Cellar Technician in Fort Collins, CO. The role involves day-to-day brewing and cellar operations, with a rotating shift that includes night work with pay differential and weekend duties.

The candidate will manage centrifuge operations, fermentation monitoring, cleaning, and material handling while supporting yeast management and pilot facilities. A strong emphasis on cleanliness and safety per SOPs is required.

Qualifications

• At least 21 years of age.
• 2-5 years of professional brewing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of automated and semi-automated brewing processes.
• Demonstrated experience and passion to adhere to cleanliness and quality standards.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• An aptitude to learn and adhere to safety standards.
• Flexibility and availability to rotate schedule between morning, evening, and overnight shifts, weekend and holiday availability is required.
• The ability to operate a forklift, powered walk behind, and scissor lift safely.

Responsibilities

• Operate centrifuge, carbonation, dry hopping, adjunct additions, fermentation monitoring, and environmental cleaning.
• Mix and blend raw materials, water, and other necessary ingredients per recipe.
• Clean and sanitize the fermentation vessels, processing equipment, and associated environment.
• Provide support of yeast monitoring, harvesting, and pitching functions.
• Operation of flash pasteurizer and barrel work.
• Ensure the quality of wort production by coordinating the day-to-day brewing processes, both independently and within a team.

Skills

Brewing experience

Cleanliness & quality

Communication skills

Safety standards

Shift flexibility

Forklift operation

Tools

SAP

Forklift

Scissor lift

Job description

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BREWHOUSE AND CELLAR TECHNICIAN

Full Time Equivalent Manual Labor Fort Collins, CO, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1226

Salary Range: $24.00 To $28.00 Hourly

ABOUT ODELL BREWING

Since 1989, the culture of family and collaboration has thrived, fostering a brewery full of beer-centric people. It is this passion for beer that inspires Odell Brewing to create quality, hand-crafted and innovative brews. Odell Brewing is committed to providing exceptional service to its customers while making positive contributions to their co-workers and community through its outreach and charitable giving programs. In 2015, Odell sold the majority of the company to its co-workers (now co-owners) in a combined management buyout and Employee Stock Ownership Program.

Our collective leadership and independence empower us to build a culture of ownership where we contribute, educate, and innovate, while keeping Colorado at our core. Always Better.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Brewing and Cellar Technician will provide day-to-day responsibility in the effective and safe process of brewing and cellar operations. All Production Team members at OBC should regularly demonstrate dynamic flexibility and a desire to deliver assistance in all areas of the plant to get the job done.

This position includes a rotating shift, including night (with pay differential), and weekend work.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Responsible for centrifuge operation, carbonation, dry hopping, adjunct additions, fermentation monitoring, and environmental cleaning

Mix and blend raw materials, water, and other necessary ingredients per recipe

Clean and sanitize the fermentation vessels, processing equipment, and associated environment

Provide support of yeast monitoring, harvesting, and pitching functions

Operation of flash pasteurizer and barrel work

Brewhouse Functions

Ensure the quality of wort production by coordinating the day-to-day, on-shift brewing processes, both independently and within a team environment

Clean the brewing vessels, processing equipment, and associated environment

Includes Hop Cooler and Malt Handling Room

Weigh and stage raw materials for Brewhouse and Cellar consumption in a timely and organized manner

Includes raw material preparation for pilot facilities

Generally

Be committed to cleanliness and cleaning throughout all production areas of the brewery

Adhere to all safety and quality standards and practices

Adheres to code of conduct

Follow existing policies, practices, and procedures according to established SOPs

Work with the team to

Identify issues to improve processes

Address problems as they arise

Troubleshoot and report any mechanical issues

Provide general process equipment maintenance as necessary

Supports new ideas and helps to implement them

Identifies and reports quality or efficiency concerns

Contribute to the development and improvement of the team

Committed to continuing education to enhance competency and ability to innovate, improve, and increase efficiency of the Brewing and Cellar Teams

Attend and participate in company and team meetings

Assist with inventory control processes both physically and digitally (SAP)

Create and cultivate an inclusive environment for co-workers, customers, and community members

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS REQUIRED

At least 21 years of age

2-5 year’s experience in professional brewing is preferred

Knowledge of automated and semi-automated brewing processes

Demonstrated experience and passion to adhere to cleanliness and quality standards

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Mathematical and reasoning skills

An aptitude to learn and adhere to safety standards

Flexibility and availability to regularly rotate schedule between morning, evening, and overnight shifts, weekend and holiday availability is required

The ability to maintain proper hygiene associated with working in a food production environment

Demonstrate multitasking, prioritization and adaptability in a rapidly changing environment

Operate a forklift, powered walk behind, and scissor lift in a safe and efficient manner

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The ability to work long hours on your feet

The ability to work in a hot, wet, and loud environment

The ability to lift 55lbs to shoulder height

The ability to maneuver 165lbs safely

The ability to crouch, bend, lift and reach

The ability to remain focused and level-headed under demanding situations

The ability to climb a 55ft caged ladder

The ability to vacuum, sweep, mop, and dust

The ability to have regular and repetitive motion of hands and arms

Note: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

COMPENSATION

Wage information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is Odell’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, or other position-related reasons.

Hourly Rate Range:

Odell Brewing offers a competitive benefit package including:

• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Employer contributions towards Medical & Dental Benefits
• Company Provided Long Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Weekly beer or wine allotment
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental Pay

Equal Opportunity Employer – Odell Brewing Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.