Shift Brewer
- Woodbridge, CT, United States
$28 to $31 USD / hour
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Job details
- Pay
- $28 to $31 USD / hour
- Experience
- 2+ years of hands-on experience in a commercial brewery, including direct brewhouse experience.
- Posting language
- English
Original job description
• • Schedule: Monday–Friday, Rotating Shifts Compensation: $28–$31 per hour, based on experience Position: Full-Time About the Position New England Brewing Co. is looking for an experienced, motivated, and dependable Shift Brewer to join our production team at our Branford, CT facility. This is a hands-on brewing position responsible for executing daily brewhouse operations while maintaining the quality, consistency, and efficiency of our production processes. We're looking for someone with a strong foundation in commercial brewing who is comfortable operating production equipment, understands the importance of safety and sanitation, and can work both independently and collaboratively within an established brewing team. The ideal candidate will have practical experience in a production brewery, strong mechanical aptitude, and a commitment to producing high-quality beer. Primary Responsibilities
- Execute daily brewhouse operations, including milling, mashing, lautering, boiling, whirlpooling, and wort transfer.
- Operate, monitor, and maintain brewhouse equipment in accordance with established recipes and SOPs.
- Monitor and record critical process parameters to ensure consistency and quality.
- Perform CIP procedures and maintain proper cleaning and sanitation standards throughout the brewhouse.
- Coordinate with cellar staff to ensure efficient wort transfers and production scheduling.
- Assist with fermentation management, yeast handling, and other cellar operations as needed.
- Maintain accurate brewing records, ingredient usage logs, and production documentation.
- Identify and troubleshoot production or equipment issues, communicating concerns to the appropriate team members.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe production environment.
- Work collaboratively with the brewing and production teams to maintain production schedules and quality standards.
Qualifications
- 2+ years of hands-on experience in a commercial brewery, including direct brewhouse experience.
- Demonstrated ability to operate commercial brewing equipment safely and efficiently.
- Strong understanding of brewing processes, fermentation, sanitation, and quality control.
- Familiarity with brewhouse automation, process monitoring, and production documentation.
- Experience with CIP procedures and safe handling of chemicals, hot liquids, and pressurized equipment.
- Good mechanical aptitude and the ability to identify and troubleshoot common production issues.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to consistency and product quality.
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and maintain production schedules.
- Dependable, punctual, and comfortable working a rotating shift schedule.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a production team.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of brewery production, including extended periods of standing, handling hoses and equipment, and lifting as required.
We value practical brewing experience, sound decision-making, and safe working habits. Candidates should be comfortable taking ownership of their assigned brewing shift while working within established production procedures and quality standards. Schedule
This position operates on a three-week rotating schedule, Monday through Friday:
- Week 1: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Week 2: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Week 3: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
The schedule repeats every three weeks. Candidates must be comfortable working all three shifts as part of the regular rotation. Compensation & Benefits
- Hourly Pay: $28–$31, depending on experience.
- Full-time, Monday–Friday rotating schedule.
- Health Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Opportunities for continued professional development within an established production brewery.
How to Apply Interested candidates should submit a resume and a brief introduction outlining their commercial brewing experience, particularly their experience operating brewhouse equipment and managing production shifts. New England Brewing Co. is an equal opportunity employer.
The above job description reflects this position's primary duties and does not limit the supervisor from assigning any other duties, responsibilities or initiatives as deemed necessary.
New England Brewing Co. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, disability, veteran, or other protected status.