BREWHOUSE AND CELLAR TECHNICIAN

Odell Brewing•Fort Collins, CO

15h•$24 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Since 1989, the culture of family and collaboration has thrived, fostering a brewery full of beer-centric people. It is this passion for beer that inspires Odell Brewing to create quality, hand-crafted and innovative brews. Odell Brewing is committed to providing exceptional service to its customers while making positive contributions to their co-workers and community through its outreach and charitable giving programs. In 2015, Odell sold the majority of the company to its co-workers (now co-owners) in a combined management buyout and Employee Stock Ownership Program. Our collective leadership and independence empower us to build a culture of ownership where we contribute, educate, and innovate, while keeping Colorado at our core. Always Better. POSITION SUMMARY The Brewing and Cellar Technician will provide day-to-day responsibility in the effective and safe process of brewing and cellar operations. All Production Team members at OBC should regularly demonstrate dynamic flexibility and a desire to deliver assistance in all areas of the plant to get the job done. This position includes a rotating shift, including night (with pay differential), and weekend work.

Requirements

At least 21 years of age
2-5 year’s experience in professional brewing is preferred
Knowledge of automated and semi-automated brewing processes
Demonstrated experience and passion to adhere to cleanliness and quality standards
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Mathematical and reasoning skills
An aptitude to learn and adhere to safety standards
Flexibility and availability to regularly rotate schedule between morning, evening, and overnight shifts, weekend and holiday availability is required
The ability to maintain proper hygiene associated with working in a food production environment
Demonstrate multitasking, prioritization and adaptability in a rapidly changing environment
Operate a forklift, powered walk behind, and scissor lift in a safe and efficient manner

Responsibilities

Responsible for centrifuge operation, carbonation, dry hopping, adjunct additions, fermentation monitoring, and environmental cleaning
Mix and blend raw materials, water, and other necessary ingredients per recipe
Clean and sanitize the fermentation vessels, processing equipment, and associated environment
Provide support of yeast monitoring, harvesting, and pitching functions
Operation of flash pasteurizer and barrel work
Ensure the quality of wort production by coordinating the day-to-day, on-shift brewing processes, both independently and within a team environment
Clean the brewing vessels, processing equipment, and associated environment
Includes Hop Cooler and Malt Handling Room
Weigh and stage raw materials for Brewhouse and Cellar consumption in a timely and organized manner
Includes raw material preparation for pilot facilities
Be committed to cleanliness and cleaning throughout all production areas of the brewery
Adhere to all safety and quality standards and practices
Adheres to code of conduct
Follow existing policies, practices, and procedures according to established SOPs
Work with the team to Identify issues to improve processes
Address problems as they arise
Troubleshoot and report any mechanical issues
Provide general process equipment maintenance as necessary
Supports new ideas and helps to implement them
Identifies and reports quality or efficiency concerns
Contribute to the development and improvement of the team
Committed to continuing education to enhance competency and ability to innovate, improve, and increase efficiency of the Brewing and Cellar Teams
Attend and participate in company and team meetings
Assist with inventory control processes both physically and digitally (SAP)
Create and cultivate an inclusive environment for co-workers, customers, and community members