Brewer - I

Brewer/Cellar

Santa Monica Brew Works is looking for a new full-time brewer to join our rapidly growing team. Brewers are responsible for the cleaning, brewing, cellaring, and filtration processes on the production floor. We are looking for talented individuals that are ambitious, accountable, and hungry for continued career development in this industry. Our company is growing, and this position will undoubtedly lead to large roles and a robust career in brewing.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Brew a large variety of beer styles on a 20bbl system
• Able to independently lead all aspects of onsite brewing/cellaring duties
• Work with Tasting Room and Distribution Team to develop innovating new brands with typical and atypical ingredients
• Coordinate with brewery leadership and operating departments to maintain current and create new beers per scheduled release deadlines
• Understand emerging concepts and new approaches in brewing methods, inputs, etc.
• Manage brew and CIP timing to meet production timelines
• Maintain highest standards in QA, including cell counts, gravity/pH measurements, DO reduction, and carb checks
• Ability to independently perform all tasks in BH and Cellar, including wort production, BH and tank CIP’s, liquid transfers, yeast harvesting, dry-hopping, and centrifugation
• Force carbonate beer to brand specifications and record DO’s and CO2 levels in the brite tank with Anton-Paar CBox
• Safely dispense and handle cleaning chemicals adhering to SOP’s and with the use of proper PPE
• Maintain a clean and organized brewery, and always implement sanitary practices
• Accurate and timely recording. This includes but is not limited to brew logs, recipes, cellar logs, QC specs, and QC inventory to maintain quality and hit process targets
• Sensory analysis of liquid throughout the production process. This includes identifying common off-flavors in beer like diacetyl, acetaldehyde, oxidation, and understanding individual brand sensory profiles for packaging sign-offs
• Ingredient and inventory tracking for current and next shifts of production
• Promote an inclusive and professional work environment for the entire team

Ideal Candidate Qualifications:

• 1+ year of professional brewery experience
• Strong knowledge of beer and sensory analysis
• Strong work ethic and effective time management
• Computer skills and EKOS software experience
• Ability to give and receive constructive feedback
• Excellent analytic and problem-solving skills
• Available to work in a flexible schedule, including early morning/evening shifts
• Self-sufficient yet collaborative with a hands-on attitude and a strong work ethic
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Valid driver’s license and able to safely operate forklift
• Attention to detail and meticulous data collection

Physical demands/Working conditions:

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job such as operating production and brewing equipment, driving a forklift, operating pallet jacks, and moving kegs
• The duties and responsibilities that are generally performed in a brewery environment
• The position generally involves continuous standing, frequent walking, moderate to heavy lifting, moderate to heavy carrying, frequent bending and reaching, frequent climbing of stairs and ladders, and in-person communication
• Frequent lifting: up to 60 lbs
• Frequent moving: up to 165 lbs

Compensation and Benefits:

This is a full-time position with compensation depending on experience, and bonus opportunities. Interested applicants can respond with a cover letter and resume

• Medical and dental insurance
• 401k Matching up to 4%
• Paid company holidays
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
• Employee Discounts and Beer!

Interested applicants can respond with a cover letter and resume

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

About Santa Monica Brew Works:

Established in 2014, we are Santa Monica’s first and only production brewery. You can find our beer throughout Southern California and beyond.

With devoted craftsmanship and a deep love for our coastal hometown, we brew California-inspired beers for those who live the Beach Brewed lifestyle.
Every beer we produce comes directly from our beachside brewery. We are dedicated to our craft and rooted in the community - proudly independent and authentically Santa Monica.

We hold ourselves to exacting standards and represent the values of independent brewers with creativity, inclusivity, passion, and resolve.

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Experience:

• Brewery: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person