Lead Fermentation Technician

Are you passionate about fermentation, brewing, and leading by example in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? As a Fermentation Lead, you'll play a key role in producing high-quality kombucha while supporting the day-to-day success of the Fermentation team. This position serves as a technical resource and shift leader, helping train team members, troubleshoot production challenges, maintain quality standards, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

This is a hands‑on role responsible for overseeing the fermentation process from brewing through finished product preparation, ensuring products are made safely, consistently, and according to established procedures.

• Monday-Thursday from 2pm-12:30am PST

• Produce finished kombucha according to established recipes and production standards
• Perform brewing, fermentation, flavoring, and carbonation processes
• Train, mentor, and support Fermentation Technicians
• Serve as a go‑to resource for troubleshooting and problem‑solving during production shifts
• Partner closely with the Fermentation Supervisor to support staffing, scheduling, and departmental needs
• Complete production documentation, batch records, inventory tracking, and end‑of‑day reporting
• Conduct quality assurance and quality control checks throughout the fermentation process
• Maintain a clean, organized, and food‑safe work environment
• Follow GMP, SQF, food safety, and sanitation requirements
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and process optimization
• Communicate effectively with cross‑functional teams and departments
• Attend departmental and company meetings as required
• Perform other duties as assigned

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 6 months of brewing, fermentation, food production, or manufacturing experience
• Previous experience training or mentoring team members preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment with changing priorities
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures
• Basic computer proficiency, including email, spreadsheets, and word processing programs
• Experience with Google Workspace is a plus
• Ability to obtain forklift certification

• Frequently lift and move up to 55 pounds
• Stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift
• Work in a manufacturing environment that may be loud, humid, refrigerated, or exposed to varying temperatures
• Safely work around forklifts, pallet jacks, pumps, chemicals, and production equipment
• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Flexibility to work different shifts, including evenings, weekends, holidays, or overtime as needed

At Humm Kombucha, we’re passionate about creating great products while building a workplace where employees can learn, grow, and contribute to something bigger. We value teamwork, continuous improvement, accountability, and a positive attitude. If you’re looking for an opportunity to expand your fermentation and leadership experience while making an impact on a growing team, we’d love to hear from you.