Production Brewer

About Wilding Brands

Wilding Brands is an innovative family of craft beverage brands fueled by a love for creativity and connection. Headquartered in Lafayette, Colorado, we’re all about crafting unforgettable drinks and moments, embracing adventure, and celebrating the communities in which we thrive.

We have grown into seven unique beverage brands, including Stem Ciders, Denver Beer Co., Cerveceria Colorado, Funkwerks Brewing, Formation Brewing, Howdy Beer Co., and Easy Living Hop Water. With ten vibrant taprooms and restaurants scattered across Colorado, we’re not just part of the craft beverage scene—we’re shaping it.

Position Overview

We’re looking for multiple skilled and passionate Production Brewers to join our team. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated professional with a strong work ethic, thrives both independently and collaboratively, and is committed to brewing high-quality beer. This role will focus on wort production and cellaring across Wilding Brands’ diverse portfolio. If you have a meticulous eye for detail, a relentless commitment to quality, and a drive for continuous improvement, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Execute all aspects of the brewing process, including milling, mashing, lautering, boiling, fermentation, filtration, carbonation, and CIP/SIP.
• Manage and execute the brewing schedule, sometimes independently.
• Monitor fermentation, dry-hopping, and other cellaring tasks.
• Maintain yeast health through harvesting, sampling, and pitching.
• Ensure a clean, safe, and organized working environment.
• Perform lab sampling, QA procedures, and necessary follow-ups.
• Conduct routine maintenance and troubleshooting of brewing equipment.
• Serve as a Wilding Brands ambassador, educating and inspiring others about craft beer.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of professional brewing experience is required.
• Strong knowledge of brewing, cellaring, and fermentation principles.
• Formal brewing education/certification or equivalent hands-on experience preferred.
• Experience using EKOS brewery management software is a plus.
• Proven ability to brew high-quality craft beers using traditional methods.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to follow, improve, and create SOPs for brewing consistency.
• Physical demands: Must be able to frequently lift 55+ lbs.
• Availability for occasional weekend and evening shifts.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $21–$26 per hour (DOE)
• Benefits Include:
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Continuing education reimbursement opportunities
• Paid time off and employee discounts

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about brewing world-class beer, send your resume and cover letter to Josh.Rapp@wildingbrands.com with "Production Brewer" as the subject line.