Evening Brewmaster & Operations Lead

Nombase; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

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Job summary

Mighty Squirrel in Waltham, MA is seeking an experienced brewer to join our team and manage brewing operations in a bustling, 18,000 sq ft facility producing around 20,000 barrels annually.

You will oversee a state-of-the-art brew house with a canning line, create and refine beer recipes, manage raw material orders, and develop SOPs while leading the brewing team. This role emphasizes quality, safety, and process optimization.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in brewing capacity in a microbrewery.
• Brewing degree ideal; however, someone with a proven track record and well-documented background in brewing operations may also be considered for this opportunity
• Experience with a 20 BBL system or greater
• Strong mechanical background; strong cleaning/sanitizing background; lab skills and microbiological understanding; yeast handling proficiency
• Ability to lift 55 lbs. and move up to 165 lbs. using traditional methods
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment yet be precise in daily tasks.
• Excellent time management, prioritization, and delegating skills
• Organized, detail-oriented, and attentive to quality and standards
• Confident, team-oriented management style
• Full availability throughout the week: ability to work morning, mid-day, evening, and or weekend shifts when necessary
• Must be 21 years of age or older at the time of application
• All candidates must have and maintain an acceptable driving record and pass a pre-employment background check.

Responsibilities

• Create, brew, and refine new and existing beer recipes.
• Manage all raw material orders/shipments and inventories.
• Develop and formalize standard operating procedures for all brewery processes; monitor each step of the brewing process.
• Implement strategies for process improvement and workflow efficiency.
• Hire and manage the brewing team as needed.
• Ensure proper use of all cleaning/sanitizing chemicals/agents and adherence to all prescribed safety protocols.
• Maintain the highest standards of quality and consistency.
• Serve as a resource for equipment maintenance.

Skills

Brewing experience

Mechanical background

Lab skills

Yeast handling

People management

Time management

Safety protocols

Education

Brewing degree

Tools

20 BBL system

Canning line operation

Job description

Mighty Squirrel in Waltham, MA is seeking an experienced brewer to join our team and manage brewing operations in a bustling, 18,000 sq ft facility producing around 20,000 barrels annually.

You will oversee a state-of-the-art brew house with a canning line, create and refine beer recipes, manage raw material orders, and develop SOPs while leading the brewing team. This role emphasizes quality, safety, and process optimization.