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Collier Brewing Company, LLC is currently seeking a Head Brewer to oversee all aspects of brewery production and daily operation of a 15BBL brew house. We are a start-up brewery located near Naples in Ave Maria, FL that has partnered with a popular restaurant chain and will produce approximately 2,000 BBL in the first year. Our ideal candidate should be considered a leader among peers, innovative, self-driven, with a positive attitude and a minimum of 5 years experience in a commercial brewing environment. A strict adherence to quality and consistency is key, as well as a proven commitment to accurate and thorough record keeping.
Responsibilities for this position include:
• Brewhouse operation (3 vessel, 15 bbl, designed to expand to 4 vessel)
• Vigilantly monitor and manage fermentation and yeast performance, including taking and documenting daily readings.
• Transfers, FV and BBT CIP
• Keg cleaning, filling, inventory and maintenance
• Development and maintenance of production schedule
• Assist with development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to reflect brewing processes, OSHA standards and clean-in-place (CIP) procedures.
• Supervise and train employees in the use of equipment or production techniques
• Maintain an adequate supply of ingredients and supplies to keep up with production and balance cost and cash flow considerations
• Assist in QA/QC program and conducting routine QC protocols.
• Schedule and oversee the maintenance of equipment
• Ensure downstream customer satisfaction (packaging, logistics and distribution).
• Recipe replication and recipe development/scaling
• Receiving and inventory of raw goods and packaging materials
• Maintain constant communication with operations management team on any issues and their development
• Provide a safe and clean environment for brewery tours, events and fellow employees
• Complete OSHA required training and OSHA required polices (i.e., permit required confined spaces, lockout/tagout, etc.).
• Develop and maintain receiving, warehousing, and distribution processes to ensure timely and accurate movement of goods.
• Assist in design and development of branding.
• Serve as Ambassador to the brand at events, festivals promotions and brewery tours.
• Maintain accurate and current inventory records by ensuring that information is recorded in the brewery software.
• Coordinate with accounting department to reconcile any inventory discrepancies.
Candidates must have the following qualities to be considered:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Fluency with Microsoft Office
• An unyielding dedication to cleanliness
• Proven and natural ability to work cooperatively with others in a manner that both achieves efficiency and promotes teamwork
• Experience as head or assistant brewer
• Experience with a 10BBL (or larger) brew house
• A working knowledge of lab procedures including but not limited to cell counting/viability testing, D.O., CO2 and packaged air testing, gram staining and microbiological analysis and all aspects of wort analysis
• Experience with quality control, yeast management and brewery costs
• Formal professional brewing program education and/or certification strongly preferred (e.g., Siebel, MBAA, ABG, ASBC, etc.)
• Knowledge of all of the following - fermentation theory/practice, biochemical/chemical changes in product from raw materials to finished product, bitterness, color and alcohol percentage assays
• A working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing and electrical, and any mastery is highly preferred
• College education is a plus
• Dedication to continuous improvement and a desire to learn more about brewing theory and technology
• Physical strength to lift 55-lbs and maneuver 175-lb kegs repeatedly
• Ability to stand 8-10 hours per day. Long periods of walking, bending, kneeling, climbing and maneuvering are required
• Ability to work safely in various conditions, with hazardous chemicals, handling of hazardous materials, exposure to hot fluids, exposure to pressurized vessels and transfer lines
• Flexible work schedule – possible nights and weekends
• Ability to work unsupervised and manage time effectively
• Forklift certification preferred
In addition, we are a small team requiring each member to routinely perform tasks outside of their job description.
Compensation:
Benefits include a highly competitive salary, health care and 401K. We will also consider a relocation package for the right candidate. Pre-employment drug screen and background check are required. Please send your resume with qualifications and salary history to jobs.collierbrewingco@gmail.com.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.
Responsibilities for this position include:
• Brewhouse operation (3 vessel, 15 bbl, designed to expand to 4 vessel)
• Vigilantly monitor and manage fermentation and yeast performance, including taking and documenting daily readings.
• Transfers, FV and BBT CIP
• Keg cleaning, filling, inventory and maintenance
• Development and maintenance of production schedule
• Assist with development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to reflect brewing processes, OSHA standards and clean-in-place (CIP) procedures.
• Supervise and train employees in the use of equipment or production techniques
• Maintain an adequate supply of ingredients and supplies to keep up with production and balance cost and cash flow considerations
• Assist in QA/QC program and conducting routine QC protocols.
• Schedule and oversee the maintenance of equipment
• Ensure downstream customer satisfaction (packaging, logistics and distribution).
• Recipe replication and recipe development/scaling
• Receiving and inventory of raw goods and packaging materials
• Maintain constant communication with operations management team on any issues and their development
• Provide a safe and clean environment for brewery tours, events and fellow employees
• Complete OSHA required training and OSHA required polices (i.e., permit required confined spaces, lockout/tagout, etc.).
• Develop and maintain receiving, warehousing, and distribution processes to ensure timely and accurate movement of goods.
• Assist in design and development of branding.
• Serve as Ambassador to the brand at events, festivals promotions and brewery tours.
• Maintain accurate and current inventory records by ensuring that information is recorded in the brewery software.
• Coordinate with accounting department to reconcile any inventory discrepancies.
Candidates must have the following qualities to be considered:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Fluency with Microsoft Office
• An unyielding dedication to cleanliness
• Proven and natural ability to work cooperatively with others in a manner that both achieves efficiency and promotes teamwork
• Experience as head or assistant brewer
• Experience with a 10BBL (or larger) brew house
• A working knowledge of lab procedures including but not limited to cell counting/viability testing, D.O., CO2 and packaged air testing, gram staining and microbiological analysis and all aspects of wort analysis
• Experience with quality control, yeast management and brewery costs
• Formal professional brewing program education and/or certification strongly preferred (e.g., Siebel, MBAA, ABG, ASBC, etc.)
• Knowledge of all of the following - fermentation theory/practice, biochemical/chemical changes in product from raw materials to finished product, bitterness, color and alcohol percentage assays
• A working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing and electrical, and any mastery is highly preferred
• College education is a plus
• Dedication to continuous improvement and a desire to learn more about brewing theory and technology
• Physical strength to lift 55-lbs and maneuver 175-lb kegs repeatedly
• Ability to stand 8-10 hours per day. Long periods of walking, bending, kneeling, climbing and maneuvering are required
• Ability to work safely in various conditions, with hazardous chemicals, handling of hazardous materials, exposure to hot fluids, exposure to pressurized vessels and transfer lines
• Flexible work schedule – possible nights and weekends
• Ability to work unsupervised and manage time effectively
• Forklift certification preferred
In addition, we are a small team requiring each member to routinely perform tasks outside of their job description.
Compensation:
Benefits include a highly competitive salary, health care and 401K. We will also consider a relocation package for the right candidate. Pre-employment drug screen and background check are required. Please send your resume with qualifications and salary history to jobs.collierbrewingco@gmail.com.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.