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Green Bay Brewing Co

Hinterland Assistant Brewer

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$22 - $27/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Work under the guidance of Head Brewer to prepare tanks for production, transfer and packaging in accordance to schedule. * CIP tanks * Transfer and carbonate beer. * Keg beer as directed by Head ...

Green Bay Brewing Co.

Hinterland Assistant Brewer

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$22 - $27/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Work under the guidance of Head Brewer to prepare tanks for production, transfer and packaging in accordance to schedule. * CIP tanks * Transfer and carbonate beer. * Keg beer as directed by Head ...

Hinterland Brewery

Hinterland Assistant Brewer

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$22 - $27/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Work under the guidance of Head Brewer to prepare tanks for production, transfer and packaging in accordance to schedule. * CIP tanks * Transfer and carbonate beer. * Keg beer as directed by Head ...

322 Hospitality Group

Lead Brewer- Half Brothers

Grand Forks, ND · On-site

$14.75 - $20.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

The Head Brewer is responsible for overseeing all aspects of brewery production, quality control, cellar operations, recipe development, packaging, and brewery maintenance. This role combines ...

WeldWerks Brewing

Staff Brewer

Greeley, CO · On-site

$19/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Head Brewer Pay Range: Starting at $19 - $22/hr (Plus Monthly Tip Pool Wages, see below for more information) We will be accepting applications through 8/25 or until position is filled. General ...

WeldWerks Brewing

Staff Brewer

Greeley, CO

$19 - $22/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Head Brewer Pay Range: Starting at $19 - $22/hr (Plus Monthly Tip Pool Wages, see below for more information) We will be accepting applications through 8/25 or until position is filled. General ...

Mare Island Brewing Co.

Brewer

Vallejo, CA · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

... Brewer to add to our ranks. Our Coal Shed Brewery is located on the waterfront on the former Mare ... We can with a CODI 6-head counter-pressure filling canning line with depalletizer and in-line ...

Mare Island Brewing Co.

Brewer

Vallejo, CA · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

... Brewer to add to our ranks. Our Coal Shed Brewery is located on the waterfront on the former Mare ... We can with a CODI 6-head counter-pressure filling canning line with depalletizer and in-line ...

Mare Island Brewing Co.

Brewer

Vallejo, CA

$20 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

... Brewer to add to our ranks. Our Coal Shed Brewery is located on the waterfront on the former Mare ... We can with a CODI 6-head counter-pressure filling canning line with depalletizer and in-line ...

Tilray

Brewer I

Atlanta, GA

The work environment is a self-managed position with daily direction and communication with the Head Brewer and Cellar Manager or Brewmaster. Good interaction and communication with staff should ...

Texas Craft Brewers Guild

General Manager

Driftwood, TX · On-site

$90 - $115/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

... the Head Brewer to learn about Vista's award-winning beers and share this knowledge with your team and guests. * the Head Chef to understand and convey Vista's culinary program to guests during ...

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How much do head brewer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for head brewer in the United States is $20.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $18.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a head brewer do?

A Head Brewer is responsible for overseeing all aspects of beer production at a brewery. This includes developing recipes, managing brewing staff, sourcing ingredients, ensuring quality control, and maintaining brewing equipment. The Head Brewer also collaborates with other departments such as marketing and sales to create new products and ensure the brewery's offerings meet customer demand. They play a key role in maintaining safety standards and regulatory compliance within the brewery.

What are some common challenges a head brewer faces when introducing new beer recipes to a brewery's lineup?

Head Brewers often encounter challenges such as balancing creativity with consistency, ensuring new recipes align with the brewery's brand, and managing ingredient sourcing for unique brews. They must also coordinate with production teams to scale test batches to full production without sacrificing quality. Additionally, collaborating with sales and marketing teams is important to ensure new releases meet customer expectations and regulatory requirements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a head brewer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Head Brewer, you need in-depth brewing knowledge, recipe development expertise, and often a degree in brewing science or a related field. Familiarity with brewery equipment, quality control systems, and certifications like Cicerone or BJCP are typically expected. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help manage teams and maintain production standards. These competencies ensure the consistent production of high-quality beers, efficient operations, and a motivated brewing staff.

What is the difference between Head Brewer vs Brewer?

AspectHead BrewerBrewer
CredentialsBrewing certifications, experience in brewing managementBrewing certifications, entry to mid-level brewing experience
Work EnvironmentOversees brewing operations, manages staffAssists in brewing, operates brewing equipment
Industry UsageLeadership role in breweries, craft beer companiesProduction role, brewing teams in breweries

The main difference between a Head Brewer and a Brewer is that the Head Brewer manages brewing operations and staff, requiring more experience and leadership skills, while a Brewer focuses on executing brewing tasks and assisting in production. Both roles require brewing certifications and industry experience, but the Head Brewer holds a supervisory position overseeing the entire brewing process.

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Infographic showing various Head Brewer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $42,577 per year, or $20.5 per hour.

Packaging Lead/Equipment Manager

Old Bust Head Brewing Company LLC

Warrenton, VA • On-site

$52K - $66K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Position Summary
This role combines packaging line operation with hands-on responsibility for equipment maintenance. As our Packaging Lead / Equipment Manager, you'll own the day-to-day operation of our packaging line and serve as the go-to person for keeping our production equipment running — troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and repairs across the brewhouse and packaging floor. You'll also work brew days and cellar shifts as needed, making this a true production-brewer role with a technical specialty. Our production team is small and hands-on and in addition to this role includes a Head Brewer, a Brewer/Cellarman, and a production assistant. The team produces beer for both distribution and a large taproom. The Packaging Lead/Equipment Manager reports to the Head Brewer.

Key Responsibilities

Packaging
• Plan and run all canning operations on our Alpha Beverage Cannon II 50 servo-fill canning line
• Operate and maintain our Lotus "Canhusker" can depalletizer and supporting line equipment
• Maintain packaging QC logs and hold the line to spec — catching and correcting issues before they become waste

Equipment & Maintenance
• Own preventive maintenance and troubleshooting for our core process equipment: the Alfa Laval Brew 80 high-speed separator (centrifuge), Good Nature CBP600 tunnel pasteurizer, Cici carbon recapture system • Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic issues across the canning line, centrifuge, and pasteurizer
• Keep maintenance logs, spare-parts inventory, and service/vendor relationships organized and up to date
• Coordinate equipment installs, upgrades, and outside service calls as the brewery scales
toward its built-out capacity

Brewing & Cellar
• Work brew days and cellar shifts as needed, including on our 30-bbl brewhouse and 7-bbl pilot system
• Partner with the Head Brewer on capacity planning and equipment readiness as volume
grows

General
• Follow and enforce all safety, sanitation, and TTB/ABC compliance procedures
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe packaging and equipment area

Qualifications
• 2+ years in a canning/packaging environment, ideally in brewing, beverage, or food manufacturing
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude — comfortable troubleshooting servo-driven, pneumatic, and PLC-controlled equipment
• Hands-on experience with canning lines, centrifuges, and/or pasteurizers strongly preferred
• Basic welding, fabrication, or plumbing skills a plus
• Forklift certification preferred, or willingness to obtain one
• Comfortable lifting 55+ lbs and working flexible hours, including packaging days and occasional weekends
• A calm, “figure-it-out” troubleshooter who can keep the line moving under pressure

Compensation & Benefits
• Pay: $52,000–$66,000/year DOE (approx. $25–$32/hr)
• Excellent health insurance and paid time off benefits
• Employee beer allowance / staff discount
• Growth potential as production capacity scales up
Actual offer depends on experience — particularly hands-on canning line, centrifuge, or pasteurizer
troubleshooting experience and any electrical/PLC background.

Company Description

Old Bust Head Brewing Company is an independent, solar-powered production brewery on the historic Vint Hill Farm Station in Fauquier County, Virginia. We currently produce roughly 3,500 barrels a year, but our brewhouse and packaging line are built out for significantly more.