Cellarperson

Tree House Brewing Company; Charlton (MA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% health insurance coverage

401K with company match

Paid volunteer hours

Employee Benefit Card worth $750

50% discount on products

Job summary

A leading beverage producer in Charlton, MA, is seeking a full-time Cellarperson responsible for various cellar tasks, including cleaning fermentation vessels, assisting on brew days, and analytical sampling. Ideal candidates will have experience in a brewery setting, excellent communication skills, and the physical capability to handle tasks. Competitive pay with benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Relevant professional experience in a brewery environment.
• Ability to multitask in a time-sensitive environment.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs and push 150 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Daily fermentation vessel and brite tank cleaning responsibilities.
• Assist with brew day preparations.
• Perform analytical sampling and record keeping.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Problem-solving

Flexibility

Physical stamina

Tools

Forklift

Scissor lift

Job description

The Cellarperson reports into our Cellar Manager and is responsible for a number of varied and crucial cellar tasks to help carry out our mission to make the best beverages in the world. This is a repetitive job well suited for an individual who takes pride in minor details and understands their impact when considered as a collective whole in the brewery. This opportunity promises an invigorating and exciting environment where good work is done so we always look for flexibility and a sense of humor in addition to other valuable traits like intent, hard work, and good communication skills.

This position is FULL‑TIME and will be based in Charlton, MA. The schedule is Thursday through Sunday from 6am to 4pm, with the potential to work beyond normal hours as necessary, with as much notice as possible.

Responsibilities

• Daily fermentation vessel and brite tank CIP with both manual and automatic systems
• Bright tank purging and preparation
• Analytical sampling & record keeping
• Dissolved O2 and dissolved Co2 sampling
• Beer transfer & carbonation management
• Yeast handling / Hop & Trub dumps
• Brew day assistance including, but not limited to grist & ingredient preparation and equipment sterilization
• General brewhouse cleaning, including floors, piping, tank exteriors, etc.
• Packaging line assistance as needed
• Many other varied tasks as required throughout the brewery

Applicant Requirements

• Relevant professional experience including knowledge of equipment and sanitation
• Exceptional communication skills – including the ability to be both thoughtful and succinct in communicating and an active listener
• Ability to multitask and work lucidly in a time sensitive environment
• Exceptional troubleshooting skills and common sense
• Flexibility – ability to work varied hours and shifts
• Refined and educated palate
• Passion and desire to continuously self‑assess and improve
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs, push 150 lbs, and perform the physical requirements of the job
• Must be able to drive forklift, scissor lift, and other electric material handling equipment
• Must be able to follow PPE protocol and handle dangerous chemicals safely
• Must be able to bend, lift, reach, and stand on your feet for eight hours

Benefits and Perks

• Health Insurance covered 100% in full for employees, spouses and their dependents
• Dental Insurance, with company contribution
• Vision Insurance
• Wellness ReimbursementEAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Pet Insurance
• Company paid Life and AD&D
• Flexible Spending Account and/or Dependent Care Account
• Complimentary nutrition consultations
• 401K with company match, 100% vested starting at enrollment
• Front loaded paid vacation bank
• Birthday paid day off
• Three personal days per year
• 40 hours of sick time per year
• Paid volunteer hours
• Annual Employee Benefit Card: preloaded $750 credit for Beer, Merch or other products
• Discount of 50% on all products for personal use
• 2 free drafts and 2 free crew cans per shift
• 2 free drafts per guest for your immediate family when visiting
• 2 items per year embroidery benefit

The starting base hourly range for this role is $20–22 per hour. Within this range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors such as job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Base pay is only one component of the total compensation package, as this role is eligible for participation in the company growth bonus program and a robust benefit package.

At Tree House, we work as a team and we work very hard, with purpose and intent. We do not cut corners and we do not take the easy route. We encourage dissent, critical thinking, and an ongoing desire to improve. Our goal is to make the best beverages in the world and serve it in the most friendly and memorable environment possible – that is our obsession, and that is what drives us to do what we do.

Tree House Brewing is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We welcome all applicants who believe they meet the minimum requirements of available positions, with or without reasonable accommodation, to apply.