Brewer

JOB TITLE: BREWER 

Employment type: Full Time

About Kills Boro Brewing Company: 

Kills Boro Brewing Company is a thriving craft brewery committed to producing exceptional beers that delight our customers. Located in Staten Island, New York, we take pride in our commitment to quality, innovation, and community engagement. 

Job Overview 

As a Shift Brewer at Kills Boro Brewing Company, you will be an integral part of our brewing team, contributing to the creation of our unique craft beers. You will be responsible for executing the brewing process with precision, ensuring top-notch quality, and fostering a collaborative, passionate, and safety-conscious environment. 

Kills Boro has recently expanded from a 10 barrel two-vessel system in a 650 sqft space that brewed a maximum of 680 barrels-a-year, to a 15 barrel four-vessel system. We have exceded our short term goal of 1,500 barrel-a-year production rate in 2 short months, and require a knowledgeable brewer to operate and maintain a CODI canning line, complete cellar tasks and produce wort. 

Brewer Responsibilities: 

• Maintain and operate CODI canning line. 
• Execute core cellar tasks of filtering beer with GEA Centrifuge, CIP Fermenter, Brite and Lager Tanks, recording dailies, and harvesting yeast. 
• Complete second turn and close-down procedures. 
• Adhere to standard operating procedures and safety guidelines to ensure a clean, safe, and efficient brewing environment. 
• Perform routine maintenance and sanitation of brewing equipment to ensure optimal functionality and hygiene. 
• Conduct regular quality control checks, including tasting, gravity measurements, temperature monitoring, and pH analysis. 
• Collaborate with the Head Brewer and the brewing team on recipe development, ingredient selection, and new product trials. 
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing brewery operations and product excellence. 
• Work collaboratively with other team members to achieve production goals and meet tight deadlines. 
• Maintain accurate production and inventory records to support efficient brewery operations.  

Requirements: 

• Minimum of 2 years of experience operating a packaging line, cellaring and/or Brewing in a commercial brewery setting. 
• Experience working with and maintaining a packaging line.  
• Comprehensive knowledge of brewing processes, equipment, and various ingredients. 
• Familiarity with diverse craft beer styles, flavor profiles, and quality standards. 
• Flexibility to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays in a dynamic production brewery environment. 
• Excellent physical stamina and ability to handle heavy objects, such as kegs and bags of malt. 
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team. 
• Attentive to details with a focus on maintaining cleanliness and sanitation. 
• Formal brewing education or certifications (e.g., brewing science, brewing technology, Cicerone) is advantageous. 
• Familiarity with relevant safety regulations and procedures. 
• Experience in one or more of the following areas are a plus: 
• Operating and maintaining a Centrifuge for clarifying beer 
• Familiarity with working with Foeders, Lager tanks and barrels  

Additional Requirements: 

• Must be over 21 years of age 
• Passionate, creative and organized 
• Able to routinely and repetitively lift 55lbs – 170lbs, work around loud noises, and in hot/cold, wet/dry work environments with a range typical brewery chemicals. 
• Must be comfortable operating a range of brewery equipment including obtaining forklift certification. 
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, be computer literate, and have familiarity with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel) and Google suite (Gmail, Calendar, Sheets)