Brewery Production Assistant

Aurora Brewing Company — King Ferry, NY
Full-Time | Hourly Position

We are currently hiring for a Brewery production Assistant! This is a hands-on position focused primarily on packaging and cellar work, with opportunities to learn and assist with additional aspects of the brewing process. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, comfortable with physical work, and interested in developing a broader understanding of brewery production.

Assist with canning line, kegging beer, labeling, packing, and preparing finished beer for distribution

Set up, operate, monitor, and clean packaging equipment--kegs and canning line

Clean and sanitize tanks, hoses, fittings, kegs, and other brewery equipment

Assist with some cellar work, including tank transfers, carbonation, dry hopping, yeast handling, and other production tasks under the direction of the brewing team

Monitor product quality during packaging and report any issues

Maintain accurate packaging and production records

Organize finished goods, packaging materials, and production supplies

Prepare orders and assist with loading and unloading deliveries

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe production environment

Assist brewers with ingredient preparation, brewhouse cleanup, and other parts of the brewing process as training and experience progress

Help with general brewery maintenance and other production-related projects as needed

Brewery, beverage-production, manufacturing, or warehouse experience is helpful but not required

Strong work ethic and willingness to learn

Dependable, punctual, and able to work effectively as part of a small team

Strong attention to cleanliness, organization, and detail

Comfortable working in a production environment and with others

Ability to follow established safety, sanitation, and quality-control procedures

Mechanical aptitude and experience troubleshooting equipment are a plus

Interest in craft beer and learning the brewing process

Forklift experience or certification is a plus, candidate will be trained accordingly

Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly

Ability to move or position kegs and other heavy brewery materials safely

Ability to stand, bend, climb, and perform tasks for extended periods

Ability to work around cleaning chemicals and production equipment while following required safety procedures

This is a full-time hourly position. The regular schedule will primarily be during brewery production hours of 9-5, Monday through Friday, although occasionally early morning starts at 7 or 8am may be necessary

Starting pay: $20 - $25 per hour, based on experience

Paid time off, paid vacation, sick days, paid holidays

Employee discounts and other brewery benefits

Hands-on training and immediate opportunities to grow into additional cellar and brewing responsibilities