Brewer/Cellar Person

We currently have a full-time position for Brewer/Cellar Person located at our main production facility in Ballard. Fremont Brewing is a regional brewery focused on producing high quality beer. We brew a variety of year-round beers, seasonals, and barrel-aged specialty beers. The role of Brewer/Cellar Person is responsible for all brewing related operations. The ideal candidate would possess the required experience, a sincere desire to advance as a professional in the craft brewing industry, while being a motivated team player with a passion for brewing great beer!

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Responsibilities & Expectations

• Responsible for all brewing operations including: cellaring, wort production, general cleaning, yeast handling, CIP’s, transferring, centrifuging, fining, pasteurization, etc.
• Has a safety first mindset, works with personal and coworker safety in mind, and adheres to all safety procedures.
• Responsible for periodic packaging of beer in support of company goals.
• Brewery oak barrel work including: cleaning, filling, emptying, adjunct additions, and other associated duties.
• Participates in professional organizations and training opportunities.
• Ensures the highest quality beer is being created in the facility.
• Maintains brewery in a clean, tour-ready state.
• Upholds QA/QC standards and participates in sensory evaluations.
• Accurately follows recipes and standard operating procedures.
• Completes required boiler education and Grade IV boiler fireman certification after onboarding.
• Accurate record keeping with brewing, cellaring and fermentation data.
• Performs similar or related duties as assigned by Brewing Manager.

Required Skills / Experience

• 2+ years of experience working in a production brewery.
• Must possess a positive, can-do mentality.
• Enthusiasm for cross departmental teamwork is necessary.
• Technical experience with brewing equipment, brewing education, or equivalent strongly preferred.
• Able to work first and second shifts and weekends on a rotating schedule.
• Strong communication skills, organization habits, problem solving skills, a self-motivated work ethic, and the ability to positively engage with others.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
• Desire to learn and grow as a professional in our industry.
• A love of beer and working in a fun team-oriented environment.
• Must have a great sense of humor and the ability to laugh at oneself.
• Competence in Microsoft Office and/or similar applications.
• Be punctual and maintain good attendance.

Physical Requirements

• Standing for long periods of time (up to 10 hours per day).
• Ability to move heavy materials (lifting to 55 lbs., moving up to 160 lbs.).
• Climbing ladders in accordance with company safety protocols.
• Routine pushing, pulling, reaching, stooping, climbing, bending.
• Ability to work in hot and cold environments.
• Ability to work safely with hazardous chemicals.
• Must use proper PPE.

Benefit Highlights:

• Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications
• 401(k) with match
• Medical, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance
• Discounted ORCA pass
• Paid time off and paid holidays

Fremont Brewing provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, military status, or political ideology in any of its activities or operations.