Conflux Brewing Assistant Brewer/Cellar Person

Missoula, Montana

Conflux Brewing Company in beautiful downtown Missoula Montana is in search of a part-time Assistant Brewer/Cellar Person to join our growing team.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Brew beer and perform cellaring tasks according to SOPs.
• Transfer product from FVs to BTs
• Carbonate product and test C02 levels using Zahm instrument

• Harvest yeast, Bio-Fine and dry-hop beers as outlined in the production schedule.

• Wash 1/6 BBL and ½ BBL kegs with manual Keg washer
• Clean outside of kegs and Sankey couplings on tops of kegs
• Palletize and organize clean/dirty kegs
• Set up hoses, fittings, and clamps as required for production and cleaning operations.
• Clean and sanitize all equipment and work areas.
• Adhere to all safety procedures and company policies.
• Brew Conflux Brewing recipes according to brand standards and provide input into development of recipes.
• Ensure adequate inventory of raw goods and brewery supplies.
• Perform scheduled maintenance on all brewery equipment.
• Conduct sensory evaluation to maintain consistent beer quality.
• Participate in off-site events and festivals as a brand representative.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including varied shifts determined by management and dictated by business/facility.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and safe work area.
• Draft system – cleaning and maintaining draft lines and dispense equipment for festivals/jockey boxes.
• Perform production operations, CIP’s, and sanitation practices with strict adherence to SOP’s set forth in training.
• Perform basic maintenance tasks on pumps, valves, tanks, and process equipment.
• Embrace the brewing process and opportunities for continual improvement.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Must be 21+ years old
• Minimum 1-3 years brewing operations experience or industry related experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Work week is based on a 20-30 hour schedule.
• Safety and quality focused in all work activities.
• Handle multiple demands and adapt to rapid changes.
• Able to operate with minimal supervision.
• Skilled in critical thinking and strategic problem solving.
• Strong skills in communication, organization, record keeping, and time management.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Willingness to fill in other job duties as necessary.
• Fundamental knowledge of plumbing, mechanics, and brewing process flow.
• Knowledge of beer styles and industry trends.
• Ability to communicate well with staff, guests, and others.
• Positive attitude with willingness to grow and learn new skills.
• Ability to work with computer software and calculate basic math.
• Physical Requirements – Candidate should be able to lift at least 55 lbs. from ground level and should also be able to move 165 lbs. of kegged beer from one location to another. Physically capable of standing for long periods of time and able to kneel, stoop, crouch, or crawl. Position involves long periods of varying conditions, from very hot and humid to very cold.
• Pay is DOE.

Please drop off cover letter and resume, or email to [email protected]