Lead Brewer for an Emerging Beer Company in Brooklyn, NY

[amandajswain7]

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