Production Operator - temporary

Position Summary

Reuben’s Brews is looking for a temporary Production Operator for approximately a 3 month period, February-April. This role will report to our Head of Production and Quality, and the successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in operating all aspects of the packaging line, including setup, troubleshooting, and off-packing packaged beer, along with keg cleaning, keg filling, and pasteurizing cans. Training will be provided for all aspects of the position.

A basic understanding of beer and the brewing process is desired. Packaging operators have one primary goal: to assist with the smooth packaging of our beer. The successful applicant will be a member of the brewery operations team and work closely with the other brewing and packaging team members.

Reuben's Brews is a family brewery that opened in 2012. We brew from the glass backwards: designing each beer with intention, unbound by constraints. We know making the extra effort is worth it. We are the most decorated brewery in Washington, have two brewhouses, two tasting rooms, and two private event spaces, and we distribute our beer predominantly in the Pacific Northwest.

In 2024 we brewed 26,000 BBLs.

Duties will include, but aren’t necessarily limited to the following.

• Operating the packaging line packaging cans and bottles
• Prepping tanks for packaging or kegging
• Maintaining a high level of cleanliness throughout the brewery
• Help with training peers on tasks when necessary. Helping out throughout all aspects of production when needed
• Accurately recording data
• Moving supplies and staging materials throughout the day
• Keg washing and filling
• Operating batch pasteurizers

• Glass Backwards mentality – taking unique, solution-focused approaches to problems
• A proven track record of Making it Happen – infectiously enthusiastic and can-do attitude – a thirst to learn, to teach others, and an obsessive commitment to our brewery’s success is an absolute must
• Recognition that we are here to delight - for internal and external customers, partners, and the Reuben’s team as a whole
• A One Team mentality – a team-focused approach to achieving results
• Assume the Best Intent - no ego, a focus on team results, and a willingness to roll up their sleeves and jump in where needed
• A Passion for Craft - recognize and live a mentality that the extra effort is worth it.

The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned from time to time as necessitated by business demands. Roles and responsibilities may evolve over the years reflecting the growth and maturity of the brewery.

Our team is the heart of Reuben’s Brews. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, career development opportunities and the exciting opportunity to help us craft a wonderful future.

• Must be over 21
• This is a temporary position lasting approx. February-April
• This position is in-person
• $22.00/hour