Production Brewer, Deschutes Brewery - Full Time

Deschutes Brewery; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k match

Paid vacation and holidays

On-Demand Pay

Employee stock ownership

Deschutes discounts

Free beer 21+

Job summary

Deschutes Brewery in Bend, Oregon is seeking a Production Brewer to join our team. The role covers the full brewing process for multiple brands, from raw materials through fermentation and packaging readiness.

Prior experience is preferred, with robust on-the-job training provided. This full-time position features a 12-hour shift pattern (3 days/week), rotating days and nights, with wage ranges dependent on experience and an hourly night shift premium.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Fermentation science, engineering, general science or related field preferred.
• Previous production brewing experience preferred.
• Able to lift 55 lbs frequently and up to 200 lbs.
• Flexible with rotating shifts including nights and weekends.
• Must be organized, detail oriented and an effective communicator.

Responsibilities

• Ensure optimum beer quality by following SOPs, addressing non-conformities and attending brewer meetings.
• Manage daily production tasks, operate brewhouse equipment, and oversee fermentation and conditioning processes.
• Document and data entry for all brewhouse and cellar processes.
• Coordinate work with brewhouses, cellars, packaging, QA and warehouse.
• Proactively suggest improvements and drive actionable initiatives.
• Keep up-to-date with craft beer trends and knowledge.

Skills

Excellent communicator

Attention to detail

Organized

Flexible schedule

Independent

Positive attitude

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Fermentation science/engineering/related field preferred

Tools

Centrifuges

Yeast harvesting

Packaging equipment

Job description

Founded in 1988 in Bend, Oregon, Deschutes Brewery has been pushing the craft beer movement forward for more than three decades. Today, we're proud to be the 6th largest independent craft brewery in the United States, with a reputation built on innovation, quality, and a whole lot of passion for producing a great product. Deschutes continues to grow, with a footprint in all 50 states one of the fastest growing non-alcoholic portfolio's in the country. We've also partnered with brands including Patagonia Provisions, Boneyard Beer and PartyBomb, a new-to-world flavored malt beverage. From hop-forward classics to creative seasonal releases, award winning non-alcoholic beers to flavor forward malt beverages, we're driven by one simple goal: brew damn tasty beverages that bring people together. If you're looking to do meaningful work with people who care deeply about their craft -and know how to have fun along the way- Deschutes Brewery is a place where you can grow and make an impact.

Production Brewer

We are currently looking for a Production Brewer to join our team at our facility in beautiful Bend, Oregon! The brewer position is responsible for the brewing process for a variety of beverage products for Deschutes Brewery, Boneyard and PartyBomb brands. This includes preparation of raw materials, through the brewing and fermentation processes, and up to clarifying beer and making ready for packaging. Prior experience is preferred, but we provide a robust on the job training program.

This is a full-time position with a typical schedule of working 12 hours per shift, 3 days per week (3/12's) and rotating day and night shift, and days of the week with the entire production brewing team every 8 weeks.

The starting compensation wage for this role depends on your previous experience. Base wages when joining this team start at $21.81/hour for candidates who are newer to production brewing, up to $24.65 based on prior experience. Additionally, we offer a $3.00 per hour night shift differential for any hours worked between 6pm and 6am and more opportunities for wage increases are also associated with cross-training, specialty licenses and promotional opportunities.

Core duties and responsibilities:

• Assures optimum beer quality. Does so by following standard operating procedures (SOP), filing non-conformities, suggesting process improvements, staying abreast of brewing communications and process changes, and attending brewers' meetings as schedule allows.
• Manages daily tasks to meet production needs, including cleaning and sanitizing equipment, reading and following production schedules, operation of centrifuges, yeast harvesting and disposal, bottle conditioning, and ensuring finished beer meets specifications for packaging
• Documentation and data entry for all processes in the brewhouse and cellar
• Coordinate work with other departments (brewhouses, cellars, packaging, QA and warehouse)
• Constantly challenge the stuck, boring, mundane. And don't just challenge, but bring the solutions and initiative to make a difference.
• Get involved with company-wide initiatives.
• Continually gain knowledge of the craft beer world and share that knowledge.

Requirements of the position:

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent required
• A graduate of a fermentation science, engineering, general science or other related field is preferred
• Previous production brewing experience is preferred
• Able to frequently lift 55lbs to approximately waist height and tilt up to 200lbs
• Able to work for extended periods of time in a physical setting requiring repetitive lifting and wrenching, walking, and being exposed to hot and cold environments
• Consistently positive attitude
• Able to work independently
• Exceptionally organized
• Excellent communicator
• Keen attention to detail and quality
• Solution driven
• Flexibility in schedule, ability to work rotating shifts including nights and weekends

Just some of the awesome perks of working for Deschutes Brewery:

• Awesome co-workers!
• Being part of one of the best (and award winning!) Breweries in Oregon
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401k Match of 4% vested immediately!
• 2 weeks paid vacation, 1 week sick leave, and paid holidays
• "On Demand Pay" (get your money when you need it) available through DailyPay
• Employee stock ownership - be a part owner of Deschutes Brewery!
• Pro deals with local companies
• Deschutes Brewery and Boneyard discounts
• Free beer for those 21+!

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact [e-mail] to discuss your application.