Great Lakes Brewing Co. - Brewer (2nd Shift, Fri-Mon), Cleveland, OH

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Our employees are our most valued asset, so we've brewed a careful selection process to hire only the best ambassadors for our company. We seek driven, enthusiastic people who share a dedication to our core values: passion for product, respect for resources, the fostering of relationships, and the sharing of success. We continuously strive to grow our innovative and resourceful team of individuals with high standards, integrity, and vision—and who can also appreciate sharing a little camaraderie or a pint with their co-workers. If you can see yourself thriving as a Great Lakes team member, review our current opening below:

Position: Brewer
Hours: Monday and Friday, 3:00pm - 11:30pm, Saturday and Sunday, 11:00am - 11:00pm
Grade: 16
Location: Cleveland, OH
Reports to: Shift Supervisor directly; Brewmaster indirectly
Job Level: Mid-level (non-supervisory); non-exempt


Responsibilities


This role will focus on managing day-to-day operations of the brewhouse and related support functions / raw materials (grains, hops, etc.) with prioritized focus on Safety, Quality, Productivity and Sanitation for assigned shift, ensuring appropriate follow-ups on prior shift carry-over items and detailed, clear communication to management team and next shift brewer.

Tasks include but are not limited to:

• Thorough & timely communication with shift supervisor, maintenance, lab & cellar personnel for effective and efficient shift execution
• Participate in shift kick-off meetings and ensure effective shift change meetings with on-coming / off-going brewers
• Document events and results of shift, communicating to all stakeholders in defined processes
• Manage wort production in the 75 barrel brewhouse through all steps
• Maintain quality parameters at all times, documenting all exceptions
• CIP of 75 bbl brewhouse, documenting critical control points
• Work with prescribed cleaning chemicals, based upon established usage, OSHA, and MSDS requirements
• Maintain the cleanliness of the brewhouse and related areas
• Data entry for 75 bbl brews in all applicable systems
• Track inventory of malt and hops, communicating discrepancies in timely manner
• Provide required samples for laboratory analyses
• Clean and maintain brewing safety equipment
• Monitor brewing equipment mechanical and operational integrity; document maintenance issues to appropriate personnel
• Responsible for completion of all brewing reports
• Attend and contribute to process and staff meetings
• Proactive involvement with other responsibilities and project work, as assigned

Required Skills and Experience


Education

• Bachelor’s degree in science or technically related field of study

Work Experience

• Three years of work experience in brewing industry

Required Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and make data based decisions & judgment calls
• Ability to operate in a team environment
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a faced pace environment
• Ability to influence others in a positive and supportive manner
• Experience with computer systems and able to function in Microsoft Office software suite
• Willingness to work flexible and extended hours as needed
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 55 pounds

Preferred Qualifications

• Understands and utilizes Appreciative Inquiry
• Understands Lean principles with a focus on processes
• In-depth knowledge of brewing raw materials, suppliers & industry
• Five years of experience in brewing industry, preferably in brewing operations related roles
• Understanding of cellar operation, with ability to assist cellar personnel in cellar operation and troubleshooting

Licensure / Certification

• Brewing or related certification from a recognized organization highly preferred.

We look forward to reviewing your application!
Thank you for understanding that we cannot accept phone calls or email regarding open positions. Cheers!

To apply, please visit:
https://www.greatlakesbrewing.com/employment