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    Lead Brewer for an Emerging Beer Company in Brooklyn, NY

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    To easily apply, please send resume to amanda@forcebrands.com

    JOB DESCRIPTION: We are looking for a passionate and dedicated brewer to join our startup brewery in the greater New York City area. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to join a brewery in the beginning phases and assist in bringing the brewery to life.

    JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • All elements of brewhouse operations that include, but are not limited to: grain handling, wort production, spent grain handling, wort cooling, general maintenance and cleaning
    • All elements of cellar operations that include, but are not limited to: operation of DE filter, beer transfers, dry hopping, carbonation, tank cleaning and sanitation, general maintenance and cleaning
    • All elements of packaging operations that include, but are not limited to: keg cleaning and filling, can filling operations, carbonation, general maintenance and cleaning
    • Execution and document maintenance of stringent quality management protocols that include, but are not limited to: fermentation rates, pH value testing throughout production and packaging process, water quality, cleaning and sterilization of main brewery equipment and ancillary equipment
    • Working with the laboratory team who carry out further tests to improve the product
    • Recipe formulation for new core, seasonal, and specialty beers
    • Working with the COO and Head Brewer regarding supplier contracts and procurement of raw materials
    • Maintaining the safety and effective operation of brewery equipment and other related machinery




    JOB REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:

    Background / Experience Requirements:

    • Candidate must be 21 years of age or older
    • University degree in organic chemistry, food science, biotechnology, chemical or process engineering, microbiology or related fields required
    • Competency in brewing science
    • Minimum of 3+ years’ experience in a production brewery
    • Must have good manual dexterity skills and proficient knowledge of the equipment and heavy machinery used to prepare, package and store beer
    • Lab experience as well as implementation and execution of quality management programs preferred
    • Prior supervisory experience preferred
    • Strong work ethic
    • Ability to give and receive feedback
    • Ability to work independently as well as in small teams
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
    • A sense of humor

    To easily apply, please send resume to amanda@forcebrands.com

    Master Distiller with a Growing Spirits Company in the Mid-Atlantic

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    Seeking a Head Distiller with a Growing Spirits Company in the Mid-Atlantic.

    JOB DETAILS

    Responsible for the entire distilling and quality control process, therefore should be well versed in scheduling distilling and fermentation, aging and packaging operations.

    Job Responsibilities:

    • Milling – corn, rye, barley, wheat and ensuring proper grind size for each recipe/from batch to batch.
    • Mashing - maintaining consistency & implementing changes in controllable way
    • Distilling – stripping and rectification. Must know how to run a column and a pot still
    • Tasting – making cuts (quality analysis - appearance, smell, taste)
    • Proofing – for record keeping, bottling and barreling
    • Bottling - setup, fill level control, supervision and inventory or finished goods
    • Blending - measuring ingredients and mixing. Blending more than one straight whiskey
    • Record keeping – daily, weekly, monthly; inventory - packaged & raw materials; TTB Reporting
    • Cleaning and sanitizing - all equipment. Avoid contaminates and unwanted bacteria
    • Maintenance of the equipment
    • Manage raw ingredients inventories, schedule deliveries, and forecast production needs.
    • Manage and develop procedures for operations and quality control
    • Manage and monitor all operational needs; materials and staffing.
    • Manage productivity of operations
    • Ensure consistent quality and taste profiles for each product
    • Enjoy engaging with the public at events.

    Job Requirements:

    • Entrepreneurial spirit.
    • B.A. degree, preferably in chemistry or a related field
    • 3-5 years’ experience as a qualified Master Distiller or Master Blender
    • Experience in creating various spirits, including: rye whiskey, bourbon, rum and gin.
    • Strong relationship management skills.
    • Strong financial and analytical skills; keen business acumen. Proficient in Excel
    • Strong mechanical background
    • Familiar with fermentation (brewing background would be ideal)

    To easily apply, email resume to amanda@forcebrands.com

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