Brewery Technician/Production Operator

Job description

Established in 2007, Thornbury Craft Co. is a leader in the craft beverage industry with award winning ciders, beers, and seltzers. We proudly craft our cider and seltzers in our state-of-the-art production facility amidst 7,500 acres of apple orchards, in the heart of apple country. Using only the finest apples these orchards have to offer, we have created premium, easy drinking, crisp, and refreshing ciders.

Our beer is carefully handcrafted, and we are committed to crafting small batch craft beer. Our commitment to quality has put Thornbury Craft Co. on the award winning map. Our beers are now brewed on site in our 5,000 sq.ft. purpose-built brewery.

We are looking to fill a position immediately.

This position will work in both the Brewery and Production departments.

The position hours are generally Monday – Friday day shift (8:00am – 4:30pm).

The typical daily responsibilities include:

· Starting up / shutting down of packaging line.

· Produce required beer, wine and cider packaging requirements as per the production plan

· Ensure all liquid and packaging QC checks are completed and documented

· Ensure all cider making and packaging equipment is kept clean and properly maintained

· All packaging material is organized and loaded as per procedures

· Ensure inventory accuracy of finish goods and packaging materials

· Safe operation of filling/seaming/crowning equipment to ensure correct fill levels.

· Performing quality assurance checks on finished packaged goods.

· Loading and palletizing cases.

· Loading and unloading products in a safe manner, using provided tools as appropriate (e.g. dollies, lifts, etc.)

. Cleaning fermentation and bright beer tanks

. Daily brewery operational tasks

. General brewery cleaning tasks

. Organizing brewing materials

· Responsible for ensuring all company policies, procedures, and applicable industry policies and regulations are followed

Qualifications:

· 3 to 5 years equivalent work experience

· Strong problem-solving abilities, individually and in a team setting

· Strong mechanical/electrical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot equipment related issues and fix them accordingly

· A self-starter with high energy levels and a “does what it takes” attitude

· Ability to communicate clearly and effectively

· Effective organizational skills

· Experience with a forklift is an asset.

· Good physical condition, required to regularly lift up to 25kg.

· Ability to work in a fast-paced/demanding environment

As part of the Thornbury Craft Co. team you can expect:

· A competitive wage and comprehensive benefit package.

· A cooperative team atmosphere that does what it takes to get the job done.

· A safe, fun, winning and rewarding work environment.

· An opportunity to grow and develop yourself within the company’s organization.

Candidates interested in this exciting opportunity to join a strong and growing company with great values and brands should submit their resume and salary expectations.

We thank all that have applied but only applicants that are called for interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-04-01