Brewer

The Brewer position at Blackhorse Brewery operates on a shift rotation and is responsible for all aspects of production, including brewing, fermentation, cellaring, packaging, and sensory evaluation. This role requires teamwork, responsibility, and self-motivation. We are looking for a detail-oriented individual that possesses these qualities, along with a desire to continue learning and growing within the industry.

Job Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):

·      Maintain a safe, clean, and organized working environment, and adhere to all safety protocols and SOPs

·      Wort production on a 30bbl, 4 vessel brewhouse

·      Operation of a lenticular filter

·      Fermentation monitoring, including gravities, cell counts, and pH measurements

·      Fermenter and Brite Tank CIPs & SIPs

·      Dry hopping and other beer additions

·      Milling

·      Yeast handling & pitching

·      Proper documentation of all tasks performed

·      Accurate data entry of operations into EKOS

·      Forklift & pallet jack operation

Job Qualifications:

·      1+ years of brewing experience in a production facility

·      Formal brewing education (preferred)

·      Strict attention to detail and quality

·      Mechanical aptitude, basic problem solving and math skills

·      Excellent computer and communication skills

·      Ability to work individually, as well as part of a team

·      Must be able to prioritize with minimal direction

·      Work safely with varying chemicals with reasonable safety accommodations

·      Able to stand, walk, kneel on a regular basis

·      Able to work in hot, cold, wet, and loud environments

·      Able to lift 55 pounds and move 160 pounds on a regular basis

·      Able to work a rotating shift schedule

·      Valid driver’s license

Benefits: 

• Health Insurance 

• Dental 

• Vision 

• Paid Time Off 

• Annual Clothing and Footwear Reimbursement 

Employee Discounts on Merchandise and Food

• Conveniently located near Knoxville, TN and The Great Smoky Mountains National Park