Assistant Brewer
(Full-Time, Permanent)
Miski Brewing Company is a certified craft brewery specializing in premium gluten-free and organic beers. We are committed to producing high-quality, innovative brews using carefully sourced ingredients and rigorous quality standards. Our focus on craftsmanship, consistency, and continuous improvement sets us apart in the marketplace. At Miski, we combine technical excellence with creativity, teamwork, and a passion for delivering exceptional beer experiences to our customers.
We are currently seeking an Assistant Brewer to join our team. This is a full-time, permanent position reporting directly to the Lead Brewer and is responsible for monitoring and carrying out brewhouse, production, and cellaring operations.
This is a key position on the brewing/production team. The ideal candidate must be a self-starter with great energy and a true passion for craft beer. Our team works together under minimal supervision to execute daily brewing operations, lead with innovation and creativity on project brews, facilitate best practices regarding quality and safety standards, and actively participate in sales and marketing efforts through beer education and public relations.
DUTIES
- Perform all tasks associated with making great and consistent craft beers, from mashing through to the packaging tank.
- Conduct pre-inspections and operate all equipment associated with the brewing and packaging processes. Equipment includes, but is not limited to: mash/lauter tun, boil kettle/whirlpool, DE filter, keg washer, canning line, CIP pumps, and pasteurization tunnel.
- Provide input on equipment optimization throughout growth initiatives.
- Prepare, organize, and track all materials used during the brewing process. Monitor processes and make adjustments as required to meet quality standards. Maintain accurate and timely reporting throughout the brewing, filtering, and packaging processes.
- Collect samples of wort, beer, and finished goods throughout the brewing, filtration, and packaging processes.
- Perform thorough sanitation duties, including cleaning and maintenance of equipment and utensils to ensure quality standards are met.
- Assist with packaging product.
- Provide general assistance to any other brewery department as required.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
- Promote accident prevention by eliminating potential hazards and incorporating proper body mechanics during work procedures.
- Inspect equipment and perform continuous housekeeping duties to meet sanitation expectations.
KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
- Ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of brewing and packaging processes.
- Must be able to work in a team-oriented and “Safety First” environment.
- Strong understanding of mechanical equipment and willingness to learn.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs.
- Ability to work at heights.
- Available and able to work 8+ hours if needed.
- Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Energetic, motivated, enthusiastic, and diligent.
- You are passionate: a strong passion for our great beer and the craft beer industry.
- An intrapreneur: we are looking for a team member who will own their role, is eager to deliver results, and uses internal and external resources to learn and build on successes.
- Having fun: energetic, motivated, enthusiastic, and diligent. We are not just making great beer, we are also having fun.
- Asset: completed Brewery Operations Management or equivalent course.
- Asset: previous experience in a brewery workspace.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- Offering $20–$23 per hour, commensurate with experience.
- Overtime as required.
- Health insurance benefits provided after eligibility period.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00-$23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- 1. How many years of hands-on experience do you have working in a commercial brewery?
- None
- Less than 1 year
- 1–2 years
- More than 2 years
- Briefly describe your commercial brewing experience, including the brewery, your position, the size of the brewhouse, and the tasks you personally performed.
Work Location: In person
