Brewer I

Anheuser-Busch • Chicago, IL

2d • $25 • Onsite

About The Position

The Brewer position at Goose Island is responsible for day-to-day operations in the Brewhouse or Cellar. This includes but is not limited to wort and beer production, barrel aging, dry hopping, and sanitation. This is a full-time position at the Fulton Street Brewery and is a perfect position for someone with some brewing experience looking to take the next step in their brewing career.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 – 3 years of experience in a brewing environment, certification from recognized brewing school preferred.
• Must be willing to work varying and flexible shifts including overnights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.
• Thorough understanding of the brewing process and brewing quality control.
• Critical thinking, problem-solving and time management skills while multitasking, adapting to changes, working well under pressure, and managing multiple competing demands.
• Does not rush through tasks and champions safe practices in the cellar.
• Must be able to lift 55 pounds, frequently bend and maneuver around tight/confined spaces.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with OBeer, Microsoft Office, Smartsheet is preferred.
• Forklift and scissor lift experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for producing quality wort and beer which adhere to our specifications and schedule.
• Ensures proper CIP and sanitation practices to maintain general area cleanliness and prevent contamination issue.
• Adheres to all schedules, adjust when needed, and follows all process controls for wort and beer production.
• Troubleshoots issues, finds root causes, implements effective solutions, and escalates problems when needed.
• Promptly reports deviations from product specifications or SOPs and makes sure all daily paperwork is completed properly.
• Maintains cleanliness and order throughout the brewery while adhering to existing SOPs and sanitation requirements.
• Daily interaction with other operations departments including lab, packaging, and maintenance.
• Helps fellow brewers work toward and champions a safety-first culture
• Responsible for the safety of oneself and others, required to audit area/tasks for safety compliance and communicate with EHS manager to ensure compliance to company and OSHA policies.
• Must be comfortable working within a team and independently with minimal supervision.
• Attendance at all applicable brewing, safety, environmental, taste panel, sensory meetings, and trainings.

Benefits

• Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness and Tax-Advantaged Savings and Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance and Disability Income Protection
• Generous Parental Leave and FMLA policies
• 401(k) Retirement Savings options with a company matching contribution
• Chance to work in a fast-paced environment among a company of owners
• Free Beer!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED