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  • Brewer position - Veterans United Craft Brewery - Jacksonville, FL

    Veterans United is looking to hire a brewer to join our production team.

    Responsibilities:

    Operations
    * Carryout the day-to-day operations of the brewhouse, cellar and packaging areas.
    - Brewhouse involves overseeing the brew from start to finish: weighing and milling grain, spent grain removal, hop additions, vessel cleaning, etc.
    - Cellar-work includes yeast management, tank and equipment CIP/sanitation, keg cleaning, filtration, racking, carbonation & fermenter additions.
    - Packaging involves box building, lid coding, keg filling and working on the canning line.
    * Operate brewery equipment to maintain acceptable inventory levels of raw materials, brewing supplies and finished beer.
    * As needed, participate in management discussions regarding forecasting and general brewery operations planning.
    * Ensure consistency and a high-level of quality in the production of the company’s beers.
    * Responsible for the cleanliness & sanitation of all equipment, tanks and work areas.
    * Comply with all safety and health codes.

    Working Conditions:
    * Industrial setting, with frequent exposure to the following:
    - Moving mechanical parts and equipment.
    - Wet and/or humid conditions and vibration.
    - Common brewing industry chemicals and gases.
    - Fumes or airborne particles.
    - Loud noises.
    *Physical work setting
    - Ability to work on your feet for hours at a time in an uncontrolled (hot/cold) climate.
    - Ability to climb stairs, fit into tight spaces, and work on ladders and lifts.
    - Ability to move freely.
    -- Including, but not limited to: walking, bending, kneeling, crawling, climbing, etc.
    - Ability to lift 55 lbs. from ground to shoulder height, move kegs, and operate forklift/hand truck.
    * Weekend or evening work, as needed to meet the demands of the brewery’s schedule of operations. Starting and end times may vary depending on the brewery’s schedule.

    The ideal candidate will have the following:
    * Understanding of the process of brewing and brewery science.
    * MUST have very high attention to detail and good record keeping abilities. If it is not recorded, it did not happen.
    * MUST be a “self-starter”: a high-energy driven individual who shows a high degree of initiative.
    * MUST have good communication and project management skills.
    * MUST be mechanically inclined: fundamental knowledge of plumbing, steam, electricity and machinery mechanics/maintenance. Ability to logically dissect a problem and work with others to solve the problem at hand.
    * MUST demonstrate problem-solving skills and the ability to know when additional assistance is needed.
    * Ability to work and communicate well with supervisors, staff, customers and outside parties.
    * Computer expertise and proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.), Google Docs, and other software programs.
    * A positive attitude with the desire to learn, grow, and take on increased responsibility.
    * Be well organized and detail-oriented.
    * Being a Veteran is a plus.

    Salary is commensurate with professional brewing experience.

    Veterans United Craft Brewery is a Veteran owned and operated business located in Jacksonville, FL. The brewery was founded in 2013 and began production in the spring of 2014. We have a 20 bbl. brewhouse, six 40 bbl. fermentation vessels and two 40 bbl. brites. The brewery operates a taproom and special events room for on-premise retail sales. Our beers are distributed in cans and kegs throughout northeast Florida.

    If you are interested, please send a cover letter and resume to info@vubrew.com
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