Apprentice, Brewing Research

Iconic Wineries of British Columbia

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Research Apprentice is responsible for the day-to-day execution of RIC investigations related to Mark Anthony's core interests in beverage production. This role involves monitoring overall RIC processes and leading troubleshooting efforts to address unforeseen process events with urgency. Apprentices will receive cross-training in all functional areas of the RIC, including brewing, blending, kitting, spirit production, packaging, sanitation, quality, and maintenance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and/or Life Sciences: Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Physics, Food Science
• Solution oriented, critical thinking, efficient decision making, and RCFA (Root Cause Failure Analysis)
• Works collaboratively within various teams

Responsibilities

• Learn all aspects of brewing and packaging from material arrival to finished goods departure.
• Learn all compliance regulations.
• Manage operational logistics including SOP authorship, QAD, ETQ, StarLIMS, etc. for proper tracking of materials, quality, and food safety.
• Develop internal leadership in areas of safety, GMP, people management, and project management.
• Complete all tasks in the brewing, blending, kitting, spirit production, packaging, sanitation, quality, and maintenance areas.
• Achieve Supply Chain global metrics of COGS, Safety, and Quality.
• Deliver production products on time.
• Own pilot brewery projects in various areas of the brewing and distilling process.
• Influence technical brewing and distilling projects to increase efficiency and reduce costs.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary
• Bonus plan designed to recognize company performance and individual contributions
• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits
• Company matching 401(k) contributions
• Paid time off including annual leave, paid sick time and holidays
• Extensive opportunities for training, development, and career growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level