Overview
Steel Bender Brewyard, a family owned brewery in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, is looking for
an Assistant Head Brewer to join our quality focused and growing production team. This is a full
time salary position available immediately. Steel Bender is focused on growing as a production
brewing facility, and is looking for a quality candidate with 2+ years of experience working in a
production brewery to join our team.
Reports to: Head Brewer
Job description
The Assistant Head Brewer at Steel Bender Brewyard will assist the Head brewer in producing
beer of the highest quality on a consistent basis. This includes, but is not limited to, assisting in
Cellar, Packaging, Maintenance and QC/Laboratory operations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
● Complete brewing process in a safe and efficient manner
● Monitor gravities, temperatures, and carbonations daily
● Monitor, pitch, evaluate, and document yeast as needed
● Complete all process documentation completely and accurately
● Perform CIPs, transfers, and use of the lenticular filters
● Represent SBB at beer festivals and other beer related events
● Work with Head Brewer and Operations Manager to develop new recipes and ensure
our product meets our standards of the highest quality
● Maintain cleanliness of all areas in the brewery by following cleaning schedules and
SOPs
● Communicate regularly and efficiently with Steel Bender staff
● Assist in implementation and improvement of SOPs to meet quality specifications
● Assist the Head Brewer with management and training of production floor personnel
● Assist with inventory management and upper level management duties as required by
the Head Brewer
● Ability to work weekend shifts as necessary for production needs
Physical Requirements
● Lift 55 lbs. from ground to shoulder high
● Lift 110 lbs. from ground to waist high
● Climb stairs, ramps, and ladders
● Be able to stand on feet for prolonged periods of time
● Work in small and confined spaces
● Work safely with chemicals, adhere to safety procedures
● Work in extreme (wet, hot, cold) environments
Qualifications
● 2+ years of experience in a production brewery is required
● The ability to communicate effectively and work well with all staff
● Basic mechanical ability and troubleshooting skills
● Self motivated, and able to work independently and with a team● Previous management experience leading a team
Compensation
● This is a full time salaried position. Compensation will be dependent on experience.
Benefits
● Health Insurance
● 401(k)
● Shift Meal
● Free new merchandise
● Boot allowance
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $38,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating shift
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Production brewing: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM 87114: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person