Assistant Brewer

Finback is seeking an Assistant Brewer to assist in all cellar, packaging and brewing operations. This role is a dynamic position working in multiple aspects of the brewing process from wort production through packaging, and touching upon all aspects of our production operations. Ideal candidates will have 2+ years of commercial brewery experience, but most importantly an eagerness to learn and meticulous dedication to high quality brewing. 

Candidates should be dedicated, energetic and have a passion for getting things done; nurturing tendencies, detail oriented and inquisitiveness is a must. Candidates must be good multi-taskers and natural problem solvers with a penchant for optimization and efficiency. We hope to find an exceptional person to join our team for the long term to help grow what we do as well as make a positive contribution to our creative brewing operations. Position has strong growth opportunities to advance within our production team.

Finback is a brewery with a passion to make creative beers and unique meaningful experiences at our taprooms and communities. With production and taproom locations in Queens and Brooklyn, Finback is rooted in NYC while also expanding its presence regionally, nationally and internationally. Finback acquired a farm property in upstate New York where it will focus on brewing related agriculture and creating a unique craft beer experience in a rural setting. Our values are in creativity and creating a platform for joyful experiences and we aim to continue growing our business and seek the right team members and collaborators to bring this vision to life.

JOB DESCRIPTION

- Work with production team in all aspects of brewery production

- CIP tanks, cleaning and maintaining an orderly production space

- Harvesting and pitching yeast, dry-hopping and cellar operations

- Transfers, operating a Centrifuge and carbonating beer

- Assisting in packaging operations

- Operate Wild Goose Filler

- Keg washing and filling operations

- Cleaning and maintaining an orderly production space

IDEAL CANDIDATE 

We are appreciative and proud of our team, a positive and diverse small group that works well together. We are seeking, first and foremost a great personality, who will enhance our team and strengthen our work environment. Below are some ideal characteristics and experience qualifications, many skills can be learned or honed, but a positive demeanor is a must.

• Thoughtful and organized, excited by Optimization

• Experience with Google Workspace and EKOS a plus

• Able to work in a team atmosphere while able to maintain individual tasks and responsibilities

• Curious and forward looking energy

• Does not get bored by boring things nor distracted by exciting things

• Meet physical demands of warehouse operations; able to lift 55# unassisted and enjoys working on their feet, able to multi-task

• GEA Centrifuge Experience a plus

• Forklift experience, certification a plus

• 2+ Years’ experience in commercial brewery (1 Year minimum)

DETAILS

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience level

• Health, dental and vision benefits

• 401k with employer match

• Paid Vacation

• Additional benefits and educational opportunities, monthly product stipend, and performance based bonus.

compensation: $22-$24 per hour +OT, based on experience

employment type: full-time 40hrs typical work week, Over Time as needed