Located just north of Duluth, MN on the north shore of Lake Superior, Castle Danger Brewery is seeking candidates for Cellar positions. Cellar people are responsible for maintaining beer throughout fermentations and the transfer and clarification of beer in preparation for packaging. We have first and second shift opportunities available, and the work week is four 10 hour shifts. We offer a competitive total compensation package including shift differential pay, health, dental, vision, life and short term disability insurance, 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match and profit sharing, PTO, paid holidays, merch and beer.

Duties
  • Perform daily fermentation pH/gravity checks
  • Manage fermentations and yeast health
  • CIP and sanitize fermenters and brite tanks
  • Aid brewers in tank preparation and yeast pitching
  • Cellar work including beer transfers using a GEA Westphalia Centrifuge, dry-hopping using a Rolec DH-90, and carbonating using an Anton-Paar Cbox.
  • Operate a GEA Decanter Centrifuge and properly dispose of beer waste
  • Extensive brewery cleaning and sanitation
  • Keep extensive records and adhere to in place documentation procedures
  • Aid in receiving and storage of raw materials and supplies
  • Aid brewers in batch setup and grain milling.
  • Operate forklift (will train)
  • Maintain a tidy and functional workspace
  • Perform QA/QC duties as assigned
  • Carbonates beer and performs final checks to ensure beer is ready for packaging.
  • Adhere to correct PPEs and all SOPs
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements
  • 21 years of age or older
  • Must be passionate about craft beer
  • Strong communication skills; ability to speak and interact effectively with coworkers
  • Professional presence; must conduct self in professional manner at all times as an ambassador for CDB
  • Flexibility to work variety of hours, including weekends/overnights
  • Positive attitude, initiative, creativity and adaptability as CDB grows
  • Self-motivated and able to take initiative
  • Previous experience in a brewery or manufacturing environment strongly preferred
Physical Requirements
  • Lift /carry supplies in excess of 85 lbs and team lift up to 170 lbs
  • Position requires frequent crouching, moving heavy hoses, work in hot, cold, and humid environments

Education Requirements
  • High School diploma or equivalent
To apply, please complete the Castle Danger Brewery job application on the bottom of the Jobs page of our website: https://www.castledangerbrewery.com/jobs/