PM Senior Cellar Technician

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 nine unique beverage brands, including Stem Ciders, Denver Beer Co., Great Divide Brewing Co., Station 26, Funkwerks Brewing, Venga, 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

Wilding Brands is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Cellar Technician to join our production team at Wilding Canwerks. This hands-on role is critical to ensuring the quality, consistency, and efficiency of our cellar operations, including fermentation management, transfers, dry hopping, fruiting, and tank prep for packaging.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in cellar work and is ready to take on increased responsibility and ownership within a collaborative and fast-paced production environment. You’ll work cross-functionally with brewing, packaging, and quality teams while mentoring junior team members and helping to refine our cellar practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute daily cellar operations including fermentation monitoring, CIP/SIP of tanks, product transfers, carbonation, and finishing
• Perform dry hopping, fruiting, fining, and blending in accordance with SOPs and safety standards
• Monitor key fermentation metrics (gravity, pH, temperature, CO2) and record in production software
• Lead yeast handling activities including harvesting, propagation, and pitching
• Ensure proper documentation and communication throughout production processes
• Support preventative maintenance and troubleshoot cellar equipment as needed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary cellar environment
• Collaborate closely with the brewing, packaging, and lab teams to meet production targets
• Help develop and refine SOPs and training materials for cellar operations
• Assist in training and mentoring cellar technicians and new hires
• Participate in daily production meetings and contribute to continuous improvement efforts

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in a cellar or fermentation-focused production role
• Proficiency with pumps, hoses, CIP systems, and standard cellar equipment
• Understanding of fermentation science and common QA/QC practices
• Experience with dry hopping, fruiting, blending, and carbonation techniques
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot basic equipment issues
• Familiarity with EKOS or similar production ERP systems preferred
• Forklift experience and/or certification is a plus
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to cleanliness
• Ability to lift 55 lbs repeatedly and work in cold, wet environments
• Effective communicator and team player

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly Range: $25–$28 per hour, depending on experience

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee discounts at all Wilding Brands locations
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities

If you’re passionate about craft fermentation, take pride in precision and cleanliness, and thrive in a team-focused environment, we’d love to hear from you. Please email your resume and cover letter to Josh@Wildingbrands.com