Brewer Pool

Job Title: Staff Brewer

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Brewhouse and Cellar Manager

Pay Range: $19/hr + Monthly Tip Pool Wages

Please submit application by January 24th for full consideration.

Weld Werks Brewing is a fast growing, locally owned and operated craft brewery in historic downtown Greeley, Colorado. We execute our unique and original product line with the highest quality ingredients, a state-of-the-art brewing system, and the newest brewing practices. Core to our ethos is delivering a high quality and consistent product, superior customer service, and putting a huge amount of love and trust in our co-workers.

As a key part of our business, our production team are responsible for working with the head and lead brewers to assist in designing and executing a substantial amount of unique beers across a multitude of styles; as well as producing recurring styles with consistency. They must be able to meticulously follow sanitary and manufacturing practices and procedures as well as have a strong working knowledge of all production equipment.

Performing all duties related to wort production and green beer cellaring:

• Wort production from milling to knock out
• Tank CIPs and SIPs
• Fermentation management
• Dry hopping, fruit/adjunct additions
• Operation of filter, centrifuge, and flash pasteurizer
• Transferring finished beer to brite tanks

Executing on all procedures with attention to detail:

• Maintain batch documentation and record keeping (Ekos, cellar travelers, etc.)
• Raw material receiving and inventory management
• Assist with barrel-related processes as needed
• Maintain a safe and sanitary workspace
• Provide training for others based on areas of expertise

Thinking critically:

• Develop a strong understanding of brewing equipment and be able to operate, troubleshoot and maintain
• Assist with creation of new SOPs and improve on existing SOPs
• Follow all company safety and quality procedures
• Perform in-process and post-packaging sensory evaluation and participate in sensory panels as needed

Skill and Knowledge:

• Strong knowledge of and a passion for craft beer and the brewing industry
• Strong understanding of maintenance needs of production equipment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Professional brewing or similar manufacturing experience preferred

Personal

Competencies:

• Remain calm under pressure or when dealing with unexpected production delays or changes
• Be a strong and trusting team player
• Maintain relationships with coworkers, vendors and other breweries
• Strong work ethic and can do attitude

Supervision:

• Duties are given in the form of broad goals or areas of responsibility, the employee must be able to use independent action in setting objectives and deciding how to proceed and to stay busy through slow periods

Hours, Travel, and

Physical Requirements:

• Must be 21 years old
• Night and weekend availability is required
• Work in a standing position for long periods of time
• Must be able to request time off two weeks in advance
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work in heat, and cold and wet conditions
• Physically able and willing to drive a forklift with training
• Must be able to work from elevated surfaces

Compensation:

• $19.00/hr starting wage
• Full-Time Position
• This position qualifies to participate in the company tip pool. Tips are pooled and paid out on a monthly basis for all eligible positions.

Benefits:

• Health insurance (100% paid employee coverage or 50% premium coverage with dependent)
• 401(k) retirement plan after one year of employment
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Paid time off and sick leave

_ Disclaimer: The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.

Wage information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is Weld Werks' good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, or other position-related reasons

Weld Werks is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination against any employee or applicant seeking employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, public assistance status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.