Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Do what’s right:

At Maine Beer Company doing what’s right means brewing world-class beer, taking care of the Earth, and taking care of our people. We're proud to be part of a values-driven company that puts high standards, sustainability, and kindness at the center of everything we do. Quality always.

What We're Looking For:

We're hiring a Cellar Operator who brings a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a team-first mentality. The Cellar Operator is a member of our Brewing Team focused on cold side cellar operations. This position works closely with other members of the Brewing Team to maintain the highest standards of quality in the finished beer. This full-time position is based in Freeport, Maine and requires at least 40 hours per week. The approximate pay range for this position is $24.00-$28.00/hr. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• 100% Company-Paid Employee Health Insurance
• At least three weeks Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Company Contributions
• Profit Sharing
• Employer paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Employer paid Maine Paid Family and Medical Leave
• Optional Dental, Vision and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Beer Perks and Discounts
• Be a part of a growing craft beer brand!

  Your responsibilities will include:

• Work collaboratively with Brewing Team management to maintain quality standards and adherence to SOPs.
• Help maintain a safe, clean and organized working environment and follow safe work practices.
• Communicate any production equipment issues with the Brewing Manager.
• Complete cellar checks on fermenting and conditioning beer including but not limited to gravities, temperatures, dissolved oxygen and CO2. 
• Perform cellar tasks including yeast harvests, dry hopping and dosing yeast for bottle conditioning. 
• Perform CIP tasks.
• Conduct beer clarification and transfers through use of a centrifuge. 
• Attend regular Brewing Team and Production Staff meetings.
• Assist with Brewhouse and Cellar waste disposal.
• Assist with raw material intake.
• Assist Brewers and other Production staff with additional tasks when necessary. 

• One-year experience working in a production brewery preferred, but willing to train the right candidate.
• Experience with automation and centrifuges preferred.
• Ability to multi-task while working safely and efficiently.
• Ability to follow established SOPs and work with little to no supervision.
• Excellent communication, time management and organizational skills.
• Has great attention to detail and takes initiative when necessary.
• Is meticulous about sanitization and has an appreciation for keeping things clean and organized.
• Schedule flexibility (e.g. able to work late when needed, able to accommodate changing/rotating schedules, work holidays).
• Mechanical aptitude and knowledge of complex machinery a plus.
• Forklift experience a plus.
• This is a Production position requiring some bending/crouching, physical capability to lift up to 60 lbs to waist height and 25 lbs to shoulder height repetitively, and the ability to be on your feet for extended periods of time daily.

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