Experienced Brewer

Muskoka Brewery | 1964 Muskoka Beach Road
Bracebridge, ON , CAN

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Key Responsibilities

• Perform all brewing operations, including milling, mashing, lautering, boiling, whirlpooling, centrifugation, fermentation, cooling, and transfer to packaging tanks.
• Conduct thorough pre-inspections and safelyoperateall brewing equipment
• Actively contribute input toward equipmentoptimisationand process improvements in support of brewery operations
• Prepare,organise, and accurately track all materials used during brewing. Monitor processes in real time andmake adjustmentsasrequired
• Collect and document samples throughout the brewing operations.
• Execute comprehensive sanitation and cleaning toensure equipment reliability and product integrity.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with teams such as Quality, Packaging, Innovation, and Supply Chain
• Support the Head Brewer in daily operations

Quality & Freshness

Quality and freshness are central to every stage of production. The Brewer plays an active role in protecting product integrity from raw materials through to the consumer.

• Work closely with the Quality Control and Brewing teams tomonitorproduction quality, operational performance, and sanitation standards.
• Performstandardisedquality measurements and testing (including gravity, pH, and temperature)
• Conduct sensory evaluations to proactively identify and address potential quality concerns.
• Act as aknowledgeable and professional ambassador for Muskoka Brewery whenever interacting with colleagues, partners, or customers.

Health & Safety

Safety is a shared responsibility, and this role is expected to actively support a safe and compliant work environment.

• Promote accident prevention byidentifyinghazards, following safe work practices
• Participate in continuous improvement of health and safety practices by providing feedback
• Perform regular equipment inspections, housekeeping, and sanitation activities tomaintaina clean, organized, and safe brewery environment.
• Adhere to all safety, food safety, and regulatory requirements

Requirements

• Proven hands-on brewing experience in a production brewery environment, with the ability tooperateindependently across brewhouse, cellar, and centrifuge operations.
• Strong practical understanding of brewing processes, fermentation management, sanitation, and quality control.
• Formal brewing education (college, university, IBD, Siebel, UC Davis, or equivalent) is considered an asset but not required;practical experience anddemonstratedcapability are equally valued.
• Experience using an ERP system is an asset but not required
• Working knowledge of quality measurements and sensory evaluation, including gravity, pH, Diacetyl, DMS, and generalflavourstability indicators.
• Experience following GMPs, sanitation programs, food safety, and CFIA-aligned procedures in a regulated production environment.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in documentation, record keeping, and production tracking.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, communicate clearly across shifts and departments, and support a positive brewery culture.
• Willingness to mentor less experienced brewers by setting a strong example through safe work practices, quality standards, and professionalism.
• Physically capable of performing brewery tasks, including working on your feet for extended periods, lifting raw materials, and working in a wet, industrial environment.
• Flexible and reliable, with the ability to support varying production schedules, early starts, or shift work as required.

Please note :

• AI is not used for screening or accessing candidates.
• This posting is for a vacant existing role.