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Big Axe Brewing Company, located in Nisswa, MN is looking for a Brewer or Brewer’s Assistant with a strong background in production brewery operations (packaging/canning experience a big plus) or willingness to learn and exceptional attention to detail. If you are brewing enthusiast looking to help expand a growing brewery in the Lakes Area’, with a fun and exciting company, we want to hear from you! Will consider someone with extensive homebrew experience with solid foundation in science of brewing. Great opportunity for the right go getter. Excellent compensation in a great area an low cost of living. Please email frenchc@gmail.com for more details.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Brewer/Brewer Assistant is a critical role for Big Axe Brewing Company's. The role is intended for an employee with a strong foundation in brewing at a commercial level. The role will help us continue to make great beers that we will serve in the taproom as well as package and distribute. The position will assist with all aspects of brewing operations. The role involves working independently and in a team environment. This position offers the opportunity to learn and develop skills on the job and grow professionally as well as bring your ideas and passion for learning and excellence to our team. We are looking for someone who wants wants to learn, grow and continue to help us improve our beers, processes and techniques. This is a very dynamic role and may include taproom and other work as job tasks and responsibilities as well.
PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Independently produce wort on two-vessel brewhouse - responsible for all steps from grain infusion to yeast pitching.
- Independently clean, sanitize and operate all equipment.
- Ensure that all products meet required quality control points through proper technique and measurement.
- Assist in training other brewery technicians in relevant brewhouse skills, as needed.
- Regularly clean tank and equipment exteriors.
- Perform scheduled maintenance on fermentation vessels, bright tanks, pumps, hoses, and lab equipment.
- Yeast harvesting and storage including yeast counting
- Complete daily cellar reports - measurements include but are not limited to: specific gravity, pH, cell count, CO2/O2 levels, temperature, diacetyl
- Dry hop tanks.
- Perform and record daily yeast and hop drops from fermentation vessels.
- Monitor carbonation and clarity of bright beer.
- Assemble and fill six-pack boxes and cases by hand.
- Safely operate and can package beer
- Assist in canning machine setup, operation, cleaning and sanitizing
- Check beer for proper carbonation setup and breakdown -.
- Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area.
- Assist with canning line maintenance and repair under the direction of the Brewmaster.
- Keg cleaning and sanitizing on a keg washer.
- General cleaning of horizontal and vertical surfaces.
- Assist with picking kegs and cases for delivery routes and loading as needed.
- Package bright beer into kegs as needed.
-Assist in quality control and regular sensory analysis
-Assist with recipe development
-Diligent in recording information related to all aspects of brewing, including but not limited to brewers logs, fermentation, ph, ingredients used, beer logs, carbonation, canning dates amounts, kegs, seam measurements.
-Assist with pilot batches and further refinement of techniques and brewing processes
- Assist with other miscellaneous brewery tasks, as needed. We are small and depend on everyone to pitch in and help in all aspects of brewery operations.
KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION REQUIRED:
- Google Sheets/Excel
- 1+ years work experience in beer/wine production or equivalent education.
- Experience in canning/packaging a large plus.
- Must be 21 years of age or older at the time of application.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Able to follow oral and written instructions.
- Able to lift, bend, and move repetitively.
- Able to stand for long periods of time.
- Able to climb ladders.
- Ability to safely lift at least 160 lbs
-Commitment to quality and doing things right every time
-Detail and process oriented a must. Consistency and repeatability is key
KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PREFERRED:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
PREFERRED SKILLS:
- Ability to multitask and prioritize.
- Strong critical thinking and problem solving ability.
-Ability to set aside pride and remain objective when assessing beer quality
- Possesses a safety-first approach to all tasks.
- Works collaboratively and effectively in a team environment.
- Clear and effective communicator.
- Always striving for improvement.
- Committed to producing the highest quality beer possible.
-“Company First” mentality.
-Self starter - always on the lookout for improving beers, process, customer experience
-lab experience or interest a plus
EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:
- Shifts are typically 8 hours each with occasional overtime required.
-Some Nights and weekends work required to cover (the beer schedule dictates the needs)
EQUIPMENT OPERATION/SKILLS:
- Centrifugal pump
- pH meter, microscope, and general lab equipment
- Brewhouse - Mash tun, kettle, fermenters, brites, keg washer, canning machine, cooler, air compressor, pilot system..
email frenchc@gmail.com if interested.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Brewer/Brewer Assistant is a critical role for Big Axe Brewing Company's. The role is intended for an employee with a strong foundation in brewing at a commercial level. The role will help us continue to make great beers that we will serve in the taproom as well as package and distribute. The position will assist with all aspects of brewing operations. The role involves working independently and in a team environment. This position offers the opportunity to learn and develop skills on the job and grow professionally as well as bring your ideas and passion for learning and excellence to our team. We are looking for someone who wants wants to learn, grow and continue to help us improve our beers, processes and techniques. This is a very dynamic role and may include taproom and other work as job tasks and responsibilities as well.
PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Independently produce wort on two-vessel brewhouse - responsible for all steps from grain infusion to yeast pitching.
- Independently clean, sanitize and operate all equipment.
- Ensure that all products meet required quality control points through proper technique and measurement.
- Assist in training other brewery technicians in relevant brewhouse skills, as needed.
- Regularly clean tank and equipment exteriors.
- Perform scheduled maintenance on fermentation vessels, bright tanks, pumps, hoses, and lab equipment.
- Yeast harvesting and storage including yeast counting
- Complete daily cellar reports - measurements include but are not limited to: specific gravity, pH, cell count, CO2/O2 levels, temperature, diacetyl
- Dry hop tanks.
- Perform and record daily yeast and hop drops from fermentation vessels.
- Monitor carbonation and clarity of bright beer.
- Assemble and fill six-pack boxes and cases by hand.
- Safely operate and can package beer
- Assist in canning machine setup, operation, cleaning and sanitizing
- Check beer for proper carbonation setup and breakdown -.
- Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area.
- Assist with canning line maintenance and repair under the direction of the Brewmaster.
- Keg cleaning and sanitizing on a keg washer.
- General cleaning of horizontal and vertical surfaces.
- Assist with picking kegs and cases for delivery routes and loading as needed.
- Package bright beer into kegs as needed.
-Assist in quality control and regular sensory analysis
-Assist with recipe development
-Diligent in recording information related to all aspects of brewing, including but not limited to brewers logs, fermentation, ph, ingredients used, beer logs, carbonation, canning dates amounts, kegs, seam measurements.
-Assist with pilot batches and further refinement of techniques and brewing processes
- Assist with other miscellaneous brewery tasks, as needed. We are small and depend on everyone to pitch in and help in all aspects of brewery operations.
KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION REQUIRED:
- Google Sheets/Excel
- 1+ years work experience in beer/wine production or equivalent education.
- Experience in canning/packaging a large plus.
- Must be 21 years of age or older at the time of application.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Able to follow oral and written instructions.
- Able to lift, bend, and move repetitively.
- Able to stand for long periods of time.
- Able to climb ladders.
- Ability to safely lift at least 160 lbs
-Commitment to quality and doing things right every time
-Detail and process oriented a must. Consistency and repeatability is key
KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PREFERRED:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
PREFERRED SKILLS:
- Ability to multitask and prioritize.
- Strong critical thinking and problem solving ability.
-Ability to set aside pride and remain objective when assessing beer quality
- Possesses a safety-first approach to all tasks.
- Works collaboratively and effectively in a team environment.
- Clear and effective communicator.
- Always striving for improvement.
- Committed to producing the highest quality beer possible.
-“Company First” mentality.
-Self starter - always on the lookout for improving beers, process, customer experience
-lab experience or interest a plus
EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:
- Shifts are typically 8 hours each with occasional overtime required.
-Some Nights and weekends work required to cover (the beer schedule dictates the needs)
EQUIPMENT OPERATION/SKILLS:
- Centrifugal pump
- pH meter, microscope, and general lab equipment
- Brewhouse - Mash tun, kettle, fermenters, brites, keg washer, canning machine, cooler, air compressor, pilot system..
email frenchc@gmail.com if interested.