Shift Brewer/Cellar Technician - Steel Bender Brewyard

Steel Bender Brewyard, a family owned brewery in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, is looking for a Shift Brewer/Cellar Technician to join our quality focused and growing production team.  This is a full time hourly position available immediately.  We are a growing production brewing facility, and are looking for a quality candidate with 2+ years of experience working in a production brewery to join our team. 

Reports to:  Head Brewer

Job description:
The shift brewer/cellar technician at Steel Bender Brewyard will assist the Head brewer in producing beer of the highest quality on a consistent basis.  This includes, but is not limited to, assisting in cellar, maintenance and QC/Laboratory operations.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Complete brewing process in a safe and efficient manner
• Monitor gravities, temperatures, and carbonations daily
• Monitor, pitch, evaluate, and document yeast as needed
• Participate in and assist as necessary with quality control and laboratory procedures to ensure production of high-quality beer.
• Complete all process documentation completely and accurately
• Perform CIPs, transfers, and use of the lenticular filters
• Represent SBB at beer festivals and other beer related events
• Work with Head Brewer to ensure our product meets our standards of the highest quality
• Maintain cleanliness of all areas in the brewery by following cleaning schedules and SOPs
• Utilize Slack, 7Shifts and other designated group communication tools to facilitate efficient communication across the entire production team and wider organization
• Assist in implementation and improvement of SOPs to meet quality specifications
• Undertake finished product handling (forklift and pallet jack operation for warehousing)
• Forklift operation for loading and unloading trucks (freight and distributor pickups)

Physical Requirements:

• Lift 55 lbs. from ground to shoulder high
• Lift 110 lbs. from ground to waist high
• Climb stairs, ramps, and ladders
• Be able to stand on feet for prolonged periods of time
• Work in small and confined spaces
• Work safely with chemicals, adhere to safety procedures
• Work in extreme (wet, hot, cold) environments

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in a production brewery is required
• The ability to communicate effectively and work well with all staff
• Basic mechanical ability and troubleshooting skills
• Self motivated, and able to work independently and with a team
• Ability to use Google Workspace applications and brewery management software such as Ekos
• Flexibility in schedule to work early and late shifts and weekends as required

Compensation:
$18/hr probationary.  Potential $19.50 after probationary period, dependant on experience

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Shift Meal
• Employee discounts
• Brewer Clothing / Boot Allowance

Please submit your resume to benl@steelbenderbrewyard.com for consideration to join the Steel Bender team!