Experienced Brewer needed in Portland, OR

ALAMEDA BREWING CO.

Job responsibilities will include but are not limited to…

Complete brewing process in a safe and efficient manner. This includes, but is not limited to, milling, mashing, wort boiling, cooling and transferring to fermenters, harvest and pitching yeast, dry hop with ladder or stairs, etc.
Complete cellar processes in a safe and efficient manner, such as tank CIP, carbonating, filtering etc.
Maintaining the use of standard operating procedures unless otherwise instructed.
Continue brewing existing recipes while experimenting and creating new recipes
Ensure supply of raw materials and other inventory items required for brewing and cleaning
Monitor gravity, temperature and carbonation of beer throughout the process
Assist with QA/QC including yeast viability, cell counting and diacetyl testing
Events and sales as needed to support sales team
Maintain cleanliness of all areas in the brew house
Package beer with canning, bottling and keg filling equipment
Communicate regularly and efficiently with ownership and staff
Arrive to each shift on time with a positive attitude
Be informed of beer trends locally and nationally
Maintain brewing log
Ensure walk-in cooler is stocked regularly
Prepare equipment for off-site events
Assist with all state and federal reporting
Lots and lots of cleaning brewing related equipment
Perform other duties as assigned

Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 70 pounds, and be able to move kegs which weigh close to 165 pounds. Ability to climb ladders over 20 feet and perform job duties while on a ladder

Personal QualitiesPassion for craft beer and the local industry
Self-motivated
Able to manage time effectively short term and long term
Organized and clean to the maximum degree

Mechanical aptitude

Personal integrity to represent the company to a high degree of professionalism

A team player who does whatever is needed to achieve the task at hand

Required QualificationsMinimum of 2 years brewing in a production environment that includes packaging.

Able to operate a Wild Goose Canning line

Able to operate a Meheen 6-head filler

Forklift Certified
Have a basic understanding of Excel, Word, and other programs for brewery functions, or have the ability to quickly learn the systems
Passion for craft beer

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience producing quality kettle sours

Experience with clean and wild barrel conditioning.

Compensation:

Full time competitive hourly wage

Full health benefits 100% paid for by Alameda Brewing including vision and dental for employees.

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