Lead Brewer (Wine Jobs: Vineyards & Cellars )

Full Time

  Modern Times Beer

  Los Angeles, California

THE EVERYDAY VIEW

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    • Production planning in coordination with the Director of Brewing Operations
    • Raw materials ordering, receipt, storage and retrieval for brewing
    • Milling up to 1,000 pounds in 50-55 pound bag increments, in accordance with a brew/recipe sheet, over approximately 45 minutes
    • Wort production and hopping, on a 10bbl system, to correct sugar and hop concentrations as dictated by the recipe/brew sheet
    • Filling out brew logs, noting any discrepancies, formulating recipes, and performing associated math equations such as mixing ratios and serial dilutions. Correctly engaging/disengaging valve and frequency drives associated with the brewhouse
    • Able to troubleshoot mechanical issues and perform basic preventative maintenance of brewing equipment (pumps, VFDs, grain transfer systems, etc.)
    • Spent grain removal, which includes the manipulation of a manual screw valve and maneuvering tip-hoppers while not damaging brewhouse plumbing
    • Dry hopping the prescribed amount of hops to a designated fermenter via the top port of the tank
    • Yeast management, including the harvesting and/or pitching of yeast from the prescribed fermenter/brink while following sanitary procedures
    • Following established procedures to clean the brewhouse, fermenting and brite tanks
    • Safely handling cleaning chemicals, and using the prescribed amount for each task
    • Applying the correct pressure and volume of compressed CO2 gas to brite tanks for carbonation and displacement of beer as it is being packaged
    • Coordinating the distribution of finished product to other Modern Times properties or directly to distributors
    • General cleaning of horizontal, vertical and sub-grate surfaces
    • Serving as a representative as needed to discuss our beer and brewing methods at events hosted on site as well as in the greater LA area
    • Regularly hosting tours for vendors, distributors, and accounts through our brewing operations
    • Other tasks may be assigned as needed

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

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    • Minimum 2 years of commercial production brewery experience
    • Ability to operate a forklift and pallet jack
    • Strong work ethic and self-starting attitude
    • Good interpersonal skills and team spirit
    • The desire to work in a fast-paced, growing company
    • Willingness to regularly work during evenings and weekends

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

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    • Must be 21 years of age or older at the time of application
    • Able to pass a post-offer, pre-employment background check 
    • Able to stand for prolonged periods
    • Able to stoop, crawl, twist, turn, lift, kneel, climb ladders and stairs
    • Able to manipulate valves and clamps
    • Able to read and follow written English instructions
    • Able to regularly lift/carry 44 pound boxes
    • Able to regularly lift/carry 55 pound bags above waist level
    • Able to periodically and safely lift/move 165 pounds
    • Able to work in a factory/production environment which may be loud, slick, humid, and hot
    • Able to comply with safe chemical handling procedures, including personal protection equipment such as gloves and goggles
    • Up to 25% travel time may be required for events and training at other Modern Times properties

How To Apply

https://jobs.lever.co/moderntimesbeer/87c2e7aa-3b19-448a-8b84-582e38b853c0

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