Brewery Assistant

Brewhouse Operator

This position is primarily responsible for producing wort and maintaining brewing equipment and facility.

Primary job responsibilities include:

• Complete brewing process in a safe and efficient manner. This includes, but is not limited to, milling, mashing, and lautering, wort boiling, cooling and transferring to storage vessels.
• Repair brewery equipment with assistance from other Brewhouse employees.
• Completion of daily cleaning and maintenance checklists
• Aid with yeast propagation following company's process.
• Maintain cleanliness of all areas in the brew house.
• Work with Lab Technician to ensure our product meets our standards of the highest quality.
• Maintaining the use of standard operating procedures unless otherwise instructed.
• Communicate regularly and efficiently with Granite City staff.
• Maintain inventory as needed. Report any low levels of inventory to your supervisor when necessary.
• Arrive to each shift on time with a positive attitude.
• Complete all necessary paperwork accurately and on time.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements include:

• Strong planning and project management skills with the ability to work well under pressure and to manage multiple projects with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Passion and commitment for brewing.
• Able to lift heavy objects (empty kegs, 50 pound malt bags, etc.) above five feet in height
• Standing for extended periods
• Able to enter and exit brewery vessels for cleaning and inspection
• Work in environments of 32 to 100 degrees Fahrenheit
• Able to understand MSDS and handle chemicals utilized in the brewery
• Able to multi-task and work both unsupervised and as part of a team

Educational requirements include:

• High School Degree or Equivalent
• Brewing experience preferred, but not required
• Valid Driver's License
• Must be able to pass a Motor Vehicles Records background check
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule of nights, days, weekends and holidays

Granite City Food & Brewery