Lab Assistant, Part-time

Fremont Brewing•Seattle, WA

23h•$21 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Fremont Brewing Company is hiring for an opening in the Quality Lab. The Lab Assistant will report to the Director of Brewing Operations and will conduct daily routine analysis on finished product and assist the lab technician on duty. This position will be approximately 10-15 hrs per week, 2-3 days per week. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Basic laboratory experience is preferred
Maintain focus and accuracy in high-volume, repetitive tasks
An obsessive dedication to quality and detail
Competent use of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
A high degree of multitasking, and a strong drive to be self-motivated
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
Flexibility in scheduling Monday through Friday
Ability to work efficiently on a team as well as independently
Ability to work safely around strong and potentially hazardous chemicals
Observe and comply to all company safety standards

Responsibilities

Run chemical analysis on beer with spectrophotometer; Acetaldehyde, SRM, IBU assay
Conduct haze measurements on fresh and aged beer
Enter data into quality database in a timely and accurate manner
Complete weekly laboratory preparation including making microbiological media and prepping reagents
Participation and assistance with the sensory program
Maintain a clean and organized laboratory and workspace
Help with weekly and monthly lab cleaning tasks and equipment calibrations
Performs other duties as assigned.