Brewer

Job Description

Job Description

Yards Brewing Company has been proudly brewing in the City of Brotherly Love since 1994. We have grown from a garage-sized operation to our newest location - a 70,000 square foot state-of-the-art brewery and taproom - at 500 Spring Garden Street. Philadelphia Pale Ale, Yards Signature IPA and Brawler, all nationally recognized ales, lead a balanced portfolio of quality, handcrafted beers including several seasonal and limited releases, along with our First Draft innovation series. Here at Yards, it has always been about working hard, having fun, and giving back. The ‘Brew Unto Others’ motto reflects our commitment to quality, community, and sustainability.

About the Role:

The Brewer I supports brewing and cellaring operations in a high-volume production brewery. This role focuses on hands-on brewing tasks, cleaning and sanitation, and supporting daily production under the guidance of senior brewing staff. This is a development role designed to build foundational brewing, process, and operational skills with a path toward advancement.

Core Responsibilities:

Brewing & Cellaring Support

• Assist with wort transfers, tank operations, and yeast handling
• Support carbonation and basic tank management (FVs and BBTs)
• Take gravities and assist with in-process checks
• Support filtration and preparation for packaging

CIP, Cleaning & Sanitation

• Execute CIP cycles for:
  • Fermentation Vessels (FVs)
  • Bright Beer Tanks (BBTs)
• Perform manual cleaning (COP) of tanks, equipment, floors, and drains
• Safely handle cleaning chemicals and follow sanitation procedures
• Maintain a clean and organized brewhouse environment

Production Support & Coordination

• Support daily brewing operations based on production schedule
• Coordinate tasks with Brewing, Packaging, and Warehouse teams
• Assist in prioritizing tasks to meet production needs

Quality, SOPs & Documentation

• Follow all brewing SOPs and work instructions
• Record basic production data accurately
• Communicate any out-of-spec conditions to senior team members

Learning & Development

• Develop understanding of brewing processes and systems
• Gain exposure to automated brewhouse systems (Siemens Braumat)
• Build troubleshooting and process awareness skills over time

Experience & Skills:

• 1-2+ years of experience in brewing, manufacturing, or production environment
• Basic understanding of brewing and willingness to learn
• Strong work ethic and ability to perform physical tasks
• Commitment to safety and cleanliness

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in Brewing or related field
• Experience with wine tasting and production
• Knowledge of craft beer trends and industry developments
• Forklift and/or scissor lift certification (or ability to obtain)

Work Style & Capability

• Ability to follow SOPs and take direction from senior staff
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Basic computer skills for data entry

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 55+ lbs repeatedly
• Ability to work in hot, cold, wet environments
• Frequent standing, bending, climbing, and hose handling

Work Schedule & Availability

• This is a full-time, production-based role supporting a multi-shift brewing operation
• Standard schedule: 8-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, with the possibility of weekends and overnight shifts.
• Schedules (including overnights) may vary based on production needs, including 10-hour shifts.
• Start times may vary based on production requirements (including early mornings)
• Flexibility is required to support:
  • Overtime as needed based on production demands
  • Occasional schedule adjustments to support brewing and packaging operations

More information:

Yards Brewing Company offers competitive Benefits that include: Health, Vision, Dental, Retirement Savings with Employer Match, Paid Time Off, Sick Pay, Free Parking, Taproom Discounts, and more!