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This position reports to Sr. Manager Operations-Brewing and works cross functionally with other departments across the organization in Supply Chain and Operations. What You'll be Brewing: * You will ...

Line Lead - Brewing

Albany, GA · On-site

$15.50 - $19.50/hr

The Line Lead position reports directly to the Sr. Manager Operations - Brewing and is a member of the Brewing Leadership Team helping to develop the long-term goals and strategies for the Brewing ...

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How much do senior brewing manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior brewing manager in the United States is $97,101.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,000.00 and $136,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Brewing Manager vs Brewmaster?

AspectSenior Brewing ManagerBrewmaster
Primary FocusOversees brewing operations, manages teams, ensures production efficiencyLeads brewing process, develops recipes, maintains quality standards
CredentialsExperience in brewing management, relevant certifications (e.g., Cicerone, brewing courses)Brewing degree or extensive brewing experience, certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentProduction facilities, management officesBrewing tanks, laboratory, production floor
Industry UsageCommon in large breweries, production-focused rolesOften found in craft breweries, involved in recipe development

The Senior Brewing Manager primarily oversees brewing operations and manages teams, focusing on efficiency and production. A Brewmaster is more involved in recipe creation, quality control, and brewing process innovation. Both roles require brewing experience and relevant certifications, but their focus areas differ within the brewing industry.

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Infographic showing various Senior Brewing Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, and 7% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $97,101 per year, or $46.7 per hour.

Senior Brewing Technician

Fort Point HenHouse

Santa Rosa, CA • On-site

$34/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 8 hours ago


Job description

Senior Brewing Technician
Our Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate is an extremely experienced brewer who can effectively troubleshoot issues on the floor and proactively find solutions with the team. They will thrive in a fast-paced environment and will be detail-oriented, with the ability to work as part of a team or independently on the Fort Point HenHouse brewing team. The ideal candidate will have a high level of urgency, dependability, and the ability to juggle multiple time sensitive brewing tasks at once.
To Apply:
In addition to you resume please include a cover letter describing your relevant brewing and leadership experience, why you're interested in joining our team, and an example of a production/process challenge you've solved.
On the Job you would be responsible for (including, but not limited to the following):
◼Senior Brewer Responsibilities (10% of Job Focus)
  • Pilot System operations, management of pilot fermentations and record keeping
  • Raw materials organization and inventory
  • Operator to Operator training of new staff
  • SOP development and maintenance
  • Support daily lab operations and assigned lab tasks
  • Support maintenance operations, parts inventory and execute assigned PMs

◼Wort Production Support (45% of Job Focus)
  • Milling and mashing operations
  • Vorlauf, lautering and sparging operations
  • Boiling, whirlpooling and Knockout operations
  • Sanitation and Maintenance of Brewhouse and associated equipment
  • Maintenance and use of Chemical titration kits, pH and PAA test strips, CBOX meter, DMA2 meter and pH meter.
  • Follow Policies outlined in the quality manual, GMP policy, MSS, and Hazard communication plan
  • Demonstrate specific knowledge and understanding of all brewery processes and operations (reactions taking place, purpose, frequency, desired outcome, critical control points, corrective action etc.) related to:
    • Ingredient handling and storage
    • Wort production
    • Fermentation management
    • Packaging operations

◼Cellar Operations Support (45% of Job Focus)
  • CIP on Tanks (FVs and BBTs)
  • Harvesting Yeast
  • Temperature and Pressure Management of Tanks
  • Centrifuge operations
  • Facility sanitation

◼Quality Assurance and Control Lab Support
  • Daily gravity and pH readings on fermenters
  • Preparing and evaluating Diacetyl Force Tests
  • Measuring ABV on crashed beer and calculating dilutions
  • Sensory evaluation of finished beer
  • Measuring ABV and pH of finished beer
  • Basic micro checks on finished beer
  • Running weekly calibration checks on quality equipment

◼General Production Support
  • Brewery equipment and facilities sanitation and cleaning
  • Brewing equipment maintenance
  • Production administration and data entry

Supervisory and/or Committee Responsibilities:
  • No Direct Reports
  • No Supervisory or committee responsibilities assigned
  • No Budgetary Responsibilities

Computer Skills:
  • Must demonstrate excellent computer and smartphone skills
  • Experience working with computerized brewing equipment and programs or the ability to learn
  • Experience with Netsuite or the ability to learn
  • Must have working knowledge of Google Suite skills - google docs, meet and chat

Education and/or Experience:
  • Minimum of 8-10 years of production brewing experience required.
  • Bachelor's degree in Brewing Science or Food/Fermentation Science Required
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish (verbal and written) preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
  • Valid CA Drivers License & Proof of Insurance Required
  • Other safety and job related courses, workshops and certifications may be assigned as part of the professional growth, development and performance requirements of this role.

Physical Requirements:
The traditional methods of performing job functions for this position are reflected below. Reasonable accommodations may be made when such accommodations do not create an undue hardship.
  • Must be of legal drinking age (21 years of age)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS - BREWING TECHNICIAN 1
LIFTING
Frequency: Often
Height: 48"
Weight: 55lbs
CARRYING
Frequency: Often
Height: 25'
Weight: 45lbs
PUSHING/PULLING
Frequency: Occasionally
N/A
N/A
REACHING (< 10LBS)
Frequency: Occasionally
Reach: 24"
Vertical Height: 4'
REACH DIRECTION
Frequency: Occasionally
Direction:
Sitting
Standing Still
Walking
Kneeling
Crouching
N/A
LEGS
Frequency; Constant
Position;
Straight/ Neutral
Stoop/ Flex
Twist
Side Bend
Twist and Stoop
N/A
BACK
Frequency: Often
Position:
Below Shoulder
At or Above Shoulder
N/A
ARMS
Frequency: Often
Position:
Below Shoulder
At or Above Shoulder
N/A
CLIMBING LADDERS
Frequency: Often
N/A
N/A
CLIMBING RAMP/STAIRS
Frequency: Often
N/A
N/A
KEYBOARDING
Frequency; Occasionally
Motion: Data Entry
N/A
DRIVING
Frequency: Occasionally
Equipment: Forklift
N/A
HEARING ACUITY - BREWING TECHNICIAN 1
In Person
Frequency; Constant
N/A
N/A
Phone/Switchboard
Frequency: Never
N/A
N/A
Video Conference/Remote
Frequency: Occasionally
N/A
N/A
Other Sounds
Frequency: Occasionally
N/A
N/A
SIGHT - BREWING TECHNICIAN 1
Near
Frequency: Constant
N/A
N/A
Far
Frequency: Constant
N/A
N/A
Work Environment
Regularly: Wet or humid conditions (non-weather); Work near moving mechanical parts;
Frequently: Fumes or airborne particles; Toxic or caustic chemicals;
Occasionally: Work in high, precarious places; Risk of electrical shock; Extreme heat (non-weather);
Noise level: Loud
JUSTICE, EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSIVITY (JEDI):
We strive to create workplaces that reflect the community we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.