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Get to Know UsKen Grossman started Sierra Nevada in 1980 with a hand-built brewhouse and the odds stacked against him. That passion forever changed the course of American craft brewing and launched a beer revolution that's in full force today. Turns out, good beer can do a lot of good, and Sierra Nevada became a cornerstone for both its innovation and its care for the Earth and its people. We’re committed to advancing a culture of inclusion and believe diversity in all its forms makes us stronger. We keep pushing boundaries, whether that’s in the brewhouse, with sustainability, or in the great outdoors.Get to Know This RoleThe Brewer Technician 1 efficiently operates and monitors Sierra Nevada's state-of-the-art brewing systems to produce award winning beers. Reporting to the Brewing Supervisor, the Tech 1 follows standard operating procedures (SOPs) and ensures our beers meet quality standards. The Brewer Technician 1 is responsible for developing a basic knowledge of brewing, cellaring and filtration operations to support or perform any of these skills as assigned. This position will require frequent interaction with various departments throughout the company as well as a high-level of teamwork, autonomy and attention to detail to produce beers of the finest quality.
Please note: We are accepting applications for 2nd (2:00pm-10:30pm) plus 7% shift differential and 3rd shift (10:00pm-6:30am) Sun-Thur plus 15% shift differential
What's In It For YouWe’re committed to our employees and work hard to prove it. For starters, we’re offering $16.74 to $25.86 hourly compensation for this role. Individual offers are based on skills, experience, and qualifications, and geographical location.
But base pay is just the beginning. We support your future by offering a generous 10% company match on 401(k) contributions, providing learning and development opportunities, and fostering your safety at work with ongoing trainings, state-of-the-art equipment, and preventative care. We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, an onsite medical clinic, as well as mental health and well-being benefits including paid sick leave. We foster a culture of work-life balance and always encourage employees to use and enjoy their generous paid time off.What You Will Do
1. Follow all SOPs and best practices to carry out production and cleaning processes, product movement, monitor instrumentation readings, detect problems and troubleshoot deviations in Brewing, Cellar, and Filtration areas in a safe and efficient manner. Gains Proficiency in the use of Brewmaxx (process automation system).
2. Use both manual and automated systems to monitor all processes from raw material addition to filtration to ensure quality standards and specifications are met through sampling and specified analysis as set by SNBC.
3. Perform CIP of brewing vessels, tanks, process lines, fermenters, centrifuges, filters and yeast brinks including assembly and disassembly of process lines and loops and vessel entry for manual brewhouse cleaning. Performs COP of miscellaneous brewing parts while mixing and handling chemicals safely in accordance with OSHA and SNBC standards
4. Proficient in utilizing inventory control software (Phoenix WMS and Switchboard) for material handling, data entry and lot tracking for FIFO and traceability programs, along with staging materials in accordance with inventory management practices and prepare for brewing according to set recipes and schedules.
5. Responsible for performance and reporting of product and equipment on shift. Based on limits outlined by SOP’s, reacts appropriately when limits are exceeded, and escalate abnormalities appropriately
6. Communicate and works in conjunction with other departments (Quality, Packaging, Maintenance, etc.) to meet department objectives
7. Maintain an organized, sanitary, and safe work area in accordance with 5S principles and GMP; performs routine 5S audits and maintains ownership of at least one 5S area.
8. Perform basic and routine maintenance and troubleshooting of process equipment & makes mechanical adjustments as needed; manually or with small hand tools; escalates maintenance issues using the work order system when repairs cannot be made immediately
9. Develop expert knowledge of Confined Space Rescue procedures and is responsible for rescuing team members in confined spaces.
10. Builds a working knowledge of plant utilities to understand the impacts these systems have on brewing operations.
11. Additional duties as assigned
Please Apply if You Have
12. Formal training and certification from recognized brewing school (Siebel, Doemens, IBD, ABG, etc.) preferred
13. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Food Science, Brewing & Fermentation or related scientific field of study preferred
14. 1 year Experience working in a team-oriented, production environment required
15. 1 year Working in a brewery, winery or distillery is strongly preferred
16. Basic Mechanical Repair Experience preferred
17. Comprehensive understanding of raw materials handling and Brewhouse operations, cellar management and filtration procedures
18. Competent with MS365 Office suite of programs in addition to a CMMS for creation and completion of Work Orders
19. Ability to accurately follow SOPs and policies as well as all department and site safety protocols
20. Understanding of COP, CIP, sanitation and sterilization techniques
21. Ability to participate in the company LOTOTO, Confined Space Entry and Confined Space Rescue programs.
22. Understanding of specific beer process terminologies as well as basic understanding of math, physics, chemistry, microbiology, mechanical and computer skills.
23. The skill to quickly assess the status of operations and troubleshoot processes strongly desired
24. A demonstrated ability to work with automated processes interface, as well as manual brewery operations is strongly desired
25. A demonstrated ability to maintain a strong attention to detail while managing multiple, simultaneous tasks is essential
26. A demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and coordinate team tasks in a cross-functional, cross-departmental team environment
27. A demonstrated ability to work unsupervised and make critical decisions is desired
28. Strong work ethic and high level of professionalism
29. Counterbalance Lift Certification within 60 Days required
30. Narrow Isle Lift Certification within 60 Days required
31. Cart Caddy Certification within 60 Days required
32. Drum Lift Certification within 120 Days preferred
33. Scissor Lift Certification within 120 Days preferred
34. First Aid / CPR Certification within 120 Days required
35. Confined Space Rescue Certification within 120 Days required
36. Lock Out Tag Out Certification within 60 Days required
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