Production/Packaging - Monkish Torrance, California

[monkish]

(FULL TIME)

We are looking for a entry-level production and packaging assistant to join our brewery production team.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Packaging (canning, bottling, and kegging) beers in a safe, clean, and
  efficient manner
• Cleaning, sanitizing and CO2-purging canning equipment
• Packing canned beer in cases and applying 4-pack holders
• Palletizing cases of beer
• Quality control processes such as carbonation testing, seam inspection
  and overall canned and kegged beer package quality
• Cleaning, sanitizing, CO2-purging and filling kegs
• Palletizing full kegs
• Moving full pallets of beer through brewery via pallet jack
• Facilities maintenance (cleaning of floors, surfaces, common areas)
• Build pallets and organize storage areas
• Warehousing and logistics of raw ingredients, finished products, and supplies.
• Brewhouse assistance, including: milling, graining out, cleaning, and
  logistics general warehousing
• Perform CIP and sanitation operations in a timely and clean manner
  Closely monitor fermentation and be able to identify quickly any discrepancies
• Dry hopping, yeast management, and harvesting yeast from oak and
  stainless vessels
• Transfers from stainless to oak in a timely manner with very low DO pickup
  CO2 and DO levels
• Barrel management
• Ingredient tracking and inventory management
• Maintaining sanitary practices in all aspects of the brewery
• Assist in weekend duties rotation
• Sensory analysis of all beers on an as needed basis
• QA/QC responsibilities
• Maintain accurate records of volumes transferred and packaged
• Record and complete all paperwork and inventory accurately
• Maintain an open dialogue with production staff, owners, and sales
  staff regarding all aspects of operations
• Punctual and on time for all shifts
• Be passionate and love brewing.
• Treat others with respect and strive for always having a positive
  attitude and a good time with the people that work here.
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Show a strong attention to detail
• Willingness to work varied shifts including mornings, nights, and
  weekends as required
• Professional experience preferred but not necessary.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Ability to safely operate a forklift
• Strong work ethic
• Effective time management skills
• Ability to efficiently multi-task
• Ability to clearly and concisely communicate, verbally and in writing
• Work closely with all members of the Monkish team, while also being
  comfortable working independently when needed
• Must possess problem solving skills in all situations, with the
  ability to find solutions on your own
• On occasion, you will be asked to help with special releases, special
  events, and festivals, so a friendly and outgoing attitude is a plus

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Production/Packaging Assistants are required to regularly lift cases
  of beer, bags of grain, boxes of hops, and maneuver full kegs for 8+
  hours a day.
• Production/Packaging Assistants will climb ladders, climb
  stairs, drag hoses and pumps, lift oak barrels and puncheons, and work
  in close quarters behind tanks on a daily basis.

MONKISH OFFERS:

• Competitive Pay
  Benefits package for full-time employees

If you think you would be a good fit, please send a resume and cover letter WITH the subject heading "Application: PRODUCTION/PACKAGING ASSISTANT - [YOUR NAME}" to jobs@monkishbrewing.com

Monkish Brewing Co. is an equal opportunity employer (EEO).


Monkish Brewing Co. is a small brewery and Tasting Room located in the cities of Torrance (Los Angeles, CA) and Anaheim (Orange County, CA). Founded in 2012, we focus on Belgian- and mixed-fermentation beers, spontaneously fermented, oak-fermented, and oak-aged beers, and hop forward beers. We seek out and push ourselves daily to make expressive beers of high quality.

The Monkish team consists of talented people who are dedicated and passionate about creating and serving beer. We often are looking for new additions to our growing team. Below are current job openings. Apply now if you think you might be a good fit.