Assistant Brewer

Rincon Brewery in Ventura, California is looking for a self-motivated, hard working, dedicated individual to join our Production team! The Brewer reports to Lead Brewer and Brewmaster. S/he is responsible for many aspects of the day-to-day operations of the brewery. S/he plays active roles in brewing, cellaring, packaging, and cleaning. The Brewer will follow brewing procedures and recipes established for, and approved by, Rincon Brewery Co.

The ideal candidate will be a passionate advocate for independent craft beer and be motivated to grow within the Company and stay for the long term.

 Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

·       Expect to be trained and pivot through all aspects of the cellar, brewhouse and packaging

·       Filling out brew logs, noting any discrepancies, and performing associated math equations such as mixing ratios and serial dilutions

·       Milling up to 2000 pounds in 50-55 pound bag increments, in accordance with a brew/recipe sheet

·       Raw materials receipt, storage and retrieval for brewing in our brewery software

·       Dry hopping the prescribed amount of hops to a designated fermenter via Rolec Hopnic

·       Recirculating dry hopped tanks

·       Yeast management, including the harvesting and/or pitching of yeast from the prescribed fermenter/brink while following sanitary procedures

·       Lab procedures including cell counts and forced ferments

·       Assist in operating a 5 head Wild Goose canning line

·       Following SOP to clean the brewhouse, dry hop machine, fermenting and brite tanks

·       Safely handling cleaning chemicals, and using the prescribed amount for each task

·       Filtering and racking from fermenter to brite tank in a sanitary manner under balanced pressure

·       Applying the correct pressure and volume of compressed CO2 gas to brite tanks for carbonation and displacement of beer as it is being packaged

·       Manually kegging beer and operating keg washer

·       Using the associated equipment to fill or empty wooden casks, kegs, barrels, etc., and safely moving vessels on their storage rack with a forklift. 

·       General cleaning of horizontal, vertical and sub-grate surfaces

·       Ability to perform tasks that may not be reflected above with a positive attitude

Required Qualities:

Must be 21 years of age or older at the time of hire

·       Strong work ethic and self-starting attitude

·       Good interpersonal skills and team spirit

·       Valid drivers license and clean driving record

·       Ability to operate a forklift and pallet jack desirable, but will train

·       Safety minded common sense

·       The desire to work in a fast-paced, growing company

·       Occasional evening, weekend, holiday availability required

·       Must adhere to company’s policies and procedures

Physical and Mental Requirements:

·       Able to both work and thrive in an environment that has a quiet to moderate noise level

·       Able to read and follow written English instructions

·       Able to work in a factory/production environment which may be loud, slick, humid, cold, and hot

·       Able to work in indoor and outdoor environments with moderate noise and occasionally slippery floors

·       Able to comply with and enforce all health, safety, and personal hygiene policies and standards

·       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 regularly lift/carry 44-pound boxes

·       Able to regularly lift/carry 55-pound bags to shoulder height

·       Able to regularly twist, turn, kneel, climb, stoop, bend, crawl, lift and carry supplies and equipment weighing up to 75 pounds using appropriate techniques and tools

·       Able to lift/move 165 pounds with appropriate equipment and/or assistance

·       Able to proficiently stack and move barrels on barrel racks

·       Able to comply with safe chemical handling procedures.

Pay and Benefits:

·       Pay rate $18-$23/hr

·       Full-time position

·       Pay commensurate with experience

·       Training and raises based on skills acquired

·       Health Benefits w/ company contribution

·       Retirement account

·       Free beer

·       Merchandise discount

·       Food and beverage discount

·       Sick leave accrued

·       Live in a coastal community with easy access to the beach

·       Good vibes to boot

Send Resume and cover letter to kevinp [at] rinconbrewery.com

 Rincon Brewery Co. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity. M/F/D/V are encouraged to apply.