Shift Brewer

Steamworks is looking for the right individual to join our team as a Shift Brewer. The successful applicant will have a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a drive for maintaining quality and efficiency.

As a Shift Brewer, you will play a key role in both brewing and cellar operations. This position rotates weekly between two key roles: brewing on the Afternoon Shift (4:00 PM - 12:00 AM) and working in the cellar during the Day Shift (10:00 AM - 6:00 PM). This schedule provides exposure to all stages of the brewing process—from wort production through fermentation, cellaring, and bright beer. You’ll be part of a collaborative brewing team focused on quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Shift Premiums for Early morning, afternoon, and graveyard shifts ranging from $2-$3/hour above daytime/regular wage rates.

**Key Responsibilities**:
**Brewhouse Operations (Afternoon Shift - 4PM-12AM)**:

- Execute daily wort production according to brew schedule and SOPs
- Mill grain and manage raw material inventory
- Operate and monitor brewhouse equipment (mash tun, kettle, whirlpool, etc.)
- Complete accurate batch records and maintain brewing logs
- Clean and sanitize equipment and work areas to meet QA and safety standards

**Cellar Operations (Day Shift - 10AM-6PM)**:

- Perform cellar tasks including dry hopping, transfers, centrifuging, yeast cropping, and tank CIPs
- Maintain bright beer at required specifications (carbonation, DO) in preparation for packaging
- Complete accurate batch records for all processes
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of tanks, lines, and workspaces

**General Expectations**:

- Adhere to all safety protocols and company policies
- Communicate clearly with other departments (packaging, lab, etc.)
- Contribute to process improvements and innovation
- Maintain high standards of sanitation and quality
- Participate in occasional weekend or holiday shifts if needed

**Qualifications**:

- 1+ years of brewing or cellar experience in a commercial brewery preferred
- Diploma or certificate in Brewing Science or related field an asset
- Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
- Ability to lift up to 25 kg
- Willingness to work rotating shifts and occasional overtime
- Team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic

Steamworks Group of Companies values diversity and inclusion and encourages all qualified people to apply. Please let us know if you need any special accommodations during the recruitment process.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $22.00-$25.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Store discount

Application question(s):

- Why do you want to work at Steamworks?
- Why are you interested in the brewery industry?

Work Location: In person