Shift Brewer - 2nd Shift

Two Roads Brewing Company

Stratford (CT)

On-site

USD 28,000 - 36,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Two Roads Brewing Company in Stratford, CT is seeking a Second Shift Brewer to join our production team. This full-time role starts at 12:00 PM and runs Monday through Friday, with potential overtime on weekends or holidays to meet production needs.

The Second Shift Brewer will oversee wort production, beer separation, cellar operations, and batching, while supporting the overall production schedule. We value strong brewing knowledge, clear communication, task prioritization, and teamwork in a

Qualifications

Minimum of one year of commercial brewing, cellar, or related beverage production experience.
Working knowledge of commercial brewing processes, sanitation, and equipment operation.
Ability to follow SOPs, GMPs, and established safety protocols.
Strong troubleshooting, communication, and organizational skills.
Availability to work second shift beginning at 12:00 PM, with flexibility for overtime, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

Oversee wort production, beer separation, cellar operations, and batching.
Operate brewing and cellar equipment per SOPs.
Monitor parameters, fermentation, and product quality.
Perform yeast harvesting, pitching, and monitoring.
Coordinate with shifts to ensure production schedule.
Maintain accurate production records and report deviations.
Provide direction and training to Cellar Technicians.
Ensure safety, GMPs, and cleaning procedures.

Skills

Commercial brewing

Cellar operations

Quality control

Troubleshooting

Team leadership

Tools

Braumat

Brewing automation software

Centrifuges

Filtration systems

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Stratford, CT 06615, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $20.00 - $26.00 Hourly, POSITION OVERVIEW

Two Roads Brewing Company is seeking an experienced Second Shift Brewer to join our production team in Stratford, Connecticut. This is a full-time, second-shift position with a 12:00 PM start time, Monday through Friday. Additional hours, including weekends and holidays, may be required based on production needs.

The Second Shift Brewer is responsible for overseeing wort production, beer separation, cellar operations, and batching activities while supporting the successful execution of the overall production schedule. This position requires strong technical brewing knowledge, effective communication, and the ability to prioritize tasks, troubleshoot production issues, and provide direction to Cellar Technicians. Working in a fast-paced, multi-shift manufacturing environment, the Second Shift Brewer plays an important role in maintaining production continuity, quality, safety, and effective communication between shifts.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

REPORTS TO: Lead Shift Brewer

SUPERVISES: Cellar Technicians

The Second Shift Brewer works closely with Brewing Management, Lead Shift Brewers, Cellar Technicians, Quality Assurance, Packaging, and Maintenance to ensure efficient production operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Brewing & Production Operations

Perform all operations necessary for wort production, beer separation, cellar operations, batching, cleaning, and completion of the assigned production schedule.
Operate brewing and cellar equipment according to established standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Monitor brewing parameters, fermentation conditions, and product quality throughout production.
Perform yeast harvesting, pitching, monitoring, and management activities.
Execute cellar operations, including transfers, dry hopping, carbonation, blending, and filtration.
Perform routine sensory evaluations and report product irregularities.
Complete required laboratory testing, including cell counts, pH, alcohol content, and other quality measurements.
Accurately document production activities, process measurements, and deviations.
Implement approved recipe adjustments as directed by Brewing Management.

Second Shift Operations & Coordination

Assume responsibility for assigned brewing and cellar activities during second-shift operations.
Coordinate with first-shift personnel to review production status, outstanding tasks, equipment conditions, and schedule priorities.
Prioritize production activities and allocate work to support schedule completion.
Monitor production progress and communicate delays or deviations to Brewing Management and affected departments.
Coordinate with Cellar Technicians to ensure fermentation vessels, materials, and equipment are prepared for scheduled production.
Maintain accurate production records and communicate outstanding activities to the incoming shift.
Support efficient production handoffs and continuity across all shifts.

Leadership & Employee Development

Provide day-to-day direction and guidance to Cellar Technicians.
Assist with initial and ongoing employee training on brewing processes, equipment, safety procedures, and SOPs.
Monitor assigned work for completion, accuracy, and compliance with established standards.
Reinforce safe work practices, teamwork, and accountability.
Communicate performance concerns and training needs to the Lead Shift Brewer or Brewing Management.

Safety, Quality & Maintenance

Follow all company safety policies, GMPs, chemical handling procedures, and established SOPs.
Perform CIP procedures on brewing equipment, fermentation vessels, and associated production systems.
Maintain brewery and cellar cleanliness and organization.
Identify and report equipment malfunctions, maintenance requirements, and potential safety hazards.
Assist with routine equipment troubleshooting and authorized maintenance activities.
Monitor inventories of raw materials, chemicals, yeast, brewery parts, PPE, and other production supplies.
Coordinate with Quality Assurance to address product quality concerns.

Qualifications: Required

Minimum of one year of commercial brewing, cellar, or related beverage production experience.
Working knowledge of commercial brewing processes, sanitation, and equipment operation.
Ability to follow SOPs, GMPs, and established safety protocols.
Strong troubleshooting, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to prioritize multiple production activities in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to provide direction and training to other production employees.
Strong attention to detail and accurate recordkeeping.
Ability to lift up to 55 pounds and work in physically demanding production environments.
Comfortable working at heights, around industrial equipment, and in wet, hot, cold, and noisy conditions.
Availability to work second shift beginning at 12:00 PM, with flexibility for overtime, weekends, and holidays.

Preferred

Experience operating commercial brewing systems and automated brewing equipment.
Familiarity with Braumat or comparable brewing automation software.
Experience with centrifuges, filtration systems, carbonation, and blending.
Knowledge of yeast management, fermentation monitoring, and sensory analysis.
Experience performing laboratory testing, including pH, cell counts, and alcohol measurements.
Previous experience training or directing Cellar Technicians or other production employees.
Forklift certification.

Training & Career Development

Two Roads Brewing utilizes a tiered training and competency development system to support employee growth and technical proficiency.

Training includes:

Tiers 1–2: Basic safety, GMPs, CIP procedures, chemical handling, and sensory training.
Tiers 3–4: Advanced CIP, carbonation, yeast management, fermentation vessel transfers, and hop additions.
Tiers 5–6: Centrifuge operation, blending, wort production, laboratory instrumentation, and autonomous maintenance.

Progression through the tier system is based on demonstrated competency and successful completion of required training and SOP assessments.

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