Brewer I

FedUp Foods•Marshall, NC

16h•Onsite

About The Position

FedUp Foods, one of the nation's early producers of kombucha through the Buchi brand, and one of the largest functional beverage manufacturers in America, offers a diverse portfolio of organic private label functional beverages for top global retailers. The primary role of this position is assisting in the daily execution of all brewing/cellaring and transferring operations, cleaning all brewing and brewing related equipment/spaces and contributing as a member of the brewing team. Measurable metrics will be provided along with regularly scheduled performance reviews.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Minimum 1 year brewing or kitchen prep/batch mixing work preferred
Keen attention to detail
High standard of cleanliness
Proficiency with spreadsheet/ document data entry
Heightened awareness of safety precautions and hazards for self and others
Ability to interact effectively at all levels within the organization
Ability to multitask and be flexible
Positive and team oriented attitude
Must be willing/able to work scheduled overtime, including some weekend shifts
Flexibility in work hours is necessary to meet operational demands
Ability to stand, walk, and be on your feet for prolonged periods
Ability to bend, squat, crawl, kneel, push, pull, and walk on uneven surfaces regularly
Ability to work in hot, cold, and wet environments
Ability to regularly lift, push, or pull up to 65 pounds

Nice To Haves

Forklift and pallet jack experience preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Maintain a safe and clean working food space through: Annual chemical training, proper cleaning chemical usage and proper chemical titrations, Daily cleaning of equipment, floors, drains and other systems, Regular deep cleaning of equipment, floors, drains and other systems
Advocate a safe working environment by adhering to all PPE requirements and policies
Promote a safe working environment by reporting incidents and near misses to assigned supervisor
Understanding of all Clean in Place procedures
Cleaning of all required tanks, pumps and filtration systems and equipment according to SOP's
Conformation of brewing equipment cleanliness thru swabbing, titration or other standard tests
Filling tanks with water for future brews
Assist in finishing/filtering starter for base brews
Changeover Filtration pads and socks according to SOP's
Inject flavors from flavor kitchen to correct brite tank
Ensure carbonation systems are set to packaging tanks when flavoring is completed
Record and enter data into all appropriate spreadsheets, checklists or documents
Organization of all tools and equipment
Abide by GMP/SQF standards
Assist in Koelschip fermentation monitoring, transfers and cleaning processes
Assist in the transfer base product through appropriate filtration to appropriate tank according to SOPs
Participation in brewery projects and teams as needed
Assist with other brewers/ flavoring duties as needed
Follow GMP policy when in the production facility and encourage your team to do the same.
Understand our SQF policies relating to pest control, visitors, allergen management, and cleaning and sanitation.
Demonstrate awareness of Management's Commitment to SQF and work towards Food Safety and Quality and help the company meet this commitment.
If there is a problem that involves food quality and safety, report to the Quality Assurance Manager Manager so that the CAPA (corrective action, preventative action) log may be filled out, the situation be investigated, and resolved with the goal of continuous improvement of food quality and safety.