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With a heritage that dates back to 1878, North American Breweries (NAB) has one of the largest and oldest breweries in the United States. Our company produces and markets 10 nationally recognized beer and malt beverage products. At North American Breweries, we take great pride in the beers we produce and market. And, we firmly believe that our employees drive the success of our company.
North American Breweries employs 1,200 team members within four breweries and six retail locations in New York, Vermont, California, Oregon and Washington. We strive to create and provide an environment that offers challenging, stimulating and financially rewarding opportunities. Our goal, simply put, is to use operational excellence as a strategic advantage to achieve success in the marketplace. This means "getting the right people on the bus" and enabling, empowering, and encouraging each to perform as effectively as possible.
POSITION SUMMARY
Our growing craft brewery in NE Portland, Oregon, the Portland Brewing Co, is seeking an experienced Brewer. This person will operate our cellar & brewhouse, including milling, mashing, lautering, boiling, hop additions, whirlpool, and wort cooling; perform beer transfers and filtration and brew soda, including mixing and carbonation. In addition, this position is responsible for pre & post cleaning and sanitation of all transfer lines and vessels. He or she will execute a weekly brewing schedule and perform certain quality control tests on the product at various stages of brewing.
Our ideal candidate will have at least one year hands on brewing experience in a regional brewery or at least one year formal training. He or she should have an advanced understanding of brewing science as well as excellent organizational, communication and safe chemical handling skills.
Candidates should have a strong mechanical aptitude with knowledge of machinery and systems and be a certified forklift operator. Candidates must also have a strong work ethic, excellent organizational and verbal communication skills, strong attention to detail, the ability to work independently.
We currently have two shifts in the brewery and may be adding a third. Open availability to work a schedule that meets the business needs preferred.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Making exceptional beer can be extremely rewarding but not necessarily glamorous! This position is very physical in nature and therefore requires frequently lifting up to 55 lbs, comfort working at heights while standing on ladders, working in tight/cramped spaces and/or in awkward positions for extended periods of time. The work environment includes working on and around potentially dangerous equipment/machinery, handling hazardous materials and exposure to high noise levels
NEXT STEPS
North American Breweries offers a competitive compensation package, generous benefits including medical, dental, vision and life insurance, paid time off as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching. We also offer an innovative wellness plan and an incentive plan that enable all employees to share in the brewery’s success. We do regular performance reviews and annual wage reviews.
Qualified candidates should apply at www.NABreweries.com. We will be contacting candidates via phone soon to schedule interviews. If offered the position, a pre-employment background check, physical exam and drug screening will be required.
Check out what we are up to locally at www.portlandbrewing.com.
North American Breweries employs 1,200 team members within four breweries and six retail locations in New York, Vermont, California, Oregon and Washington. We strive to create and provide an environment that offers challenging, stimulating and financially rewarding opportunities. Our goal, simply put, is to use operational excellence as a strategic advantage to achieve success in the marketplace. This means "getting the right people on the bus" and enabling, empowering, and encouraging each to perform as effectively as possible.
POSITION SUMMARY
Our growing craft brewery in NE Portland, Oregon, the Portland Brewing Co, is seeking an experienced Brewer. This person will operate our cellar & brewhouse, including milling, mashing, lautering, boiling, hop additions, whirlpool, and wort cooling; perform beer transfers and filtration and brew soda, including mixing and carbonation. In addition, this position is responsible for pre & post cleaning and sanitation of all transfer lines and vessels. He or she will execute a weekly brewing schedule and perform certain quality control tests on the product at various stages of brewing.
Our ideal candidate will have at least one year hands on brewing experience in a regional brewery or at least one year formal training. He or she should have an advanced understanding of brewing science as well as excellent organizational, communication and safe chemical handling skills.
Candidates should have a strong mechanical aptitude with knowledge of machinery and systems and be a certified forklift operator. Candidates must also have a strong work ethic, excellent organizational and verbal communication skills, strong attention to detail, the ability to work independently.
We currently have two shifts in the brewery and may be adding a third. Open availability to work a schedule that meets the business needs preferred.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Making exceptional beer can be extremely rewarding but not necessarily glamorous! This position is very physical in nature and therefore requires frequently lifting up to 55 lbs, comfort working at heights while standing on ladders, working in tight/cramped spaces and/or in awkward positions for extended periods of time. The work environment includes working on and around potentially dangerous equipment/machinery, handling hazardous materials and exposure to high noise levels
NEXT STEPS
North American Breweries offers a competitive compensation package, generous benefits including medical, dental, vision and life insurance, paid time off as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching. We also offer an innovative wellness plan and an incentive plan that enable all employees to share in the brewery’s success. We do regular performance reviews and annual wage reviews.
Qualified candidates should apply at www.NABreweries.com. We will be contacting candidates via phone soon to schedule interviews. If offered the position, a pre-employment background check, physical exam and drug screening will be required.
Check out what we are up to locally at www.portlandbrewing.com.