Malt Production Operator

RahrBSG is looking for a Malt Processing Operator (Maltster) in Shakopee Minnesota. The Maltster monitors all three phases of the Malting process. Steeping, germination, and kilning to assure guidelines and parameters are being satisfied. Employee is also responsible for identifying problems with product processing areas or machinery in house and taking appropriate measures to correct and/or report them. Routine and non-routine sanitation and maintenance assignments will be performed at different intervals of time.

Following the directives of Management, assists in processing Malted Barley, product quality and plant sanitation by performing the following duties.

We are proud to offer:

• Pay starting at $31.78 and up!
• Full benefits coverage including medical, dental and vision with a cost of $100 a month!
• Generous 401K company contribution
• 12 Paid Company Holidays
• Paid time off
• Positive, organized, team environment
• Stability of a 179-year-old company with the opportunity to grow your career

You will be responsible for:

• Monitor all phases of the Malting operation through use of control systems, hearing, sight and smell.
• Report any deviation from standard Malting practice or product parameters to supervisors.
• Perform all product transfers including steeping, loading of kilns, unloading of kilns, unloading of germination vessels.
• Tends or operates machines or equipment on associated with the malting process.
• Performs all required plant sanitation activities.
• Monitors, coordinates and expedites flow of materials within production area.
• Notifies maintenance workers of equipment malfunctions and where capable assists in repair.
• Maintains product workflow records.
• Inspects in process material to verify it is within established specification.
• Non-routine tasks are varied and usually are assigned on a day-to-day basis or as required if a problem exists. The primary non-routine tasks include shoveling, washing or other grain transfer as necessary during breakdowns for emergencies

Things you will need:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 2yr Technical School or equivalent experience
• Strong ability to collaborate with others in working towards common solutions.
• Ability to work independently or with others.
• Excellent communication skills
• Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear and taste or smell.
• Occasionally required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must regularly lift and /or move up to 55 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; outdoor weather conditions; extreme cold (non-weather) and extreme heat (non-weather).The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

COMPANY SUMMARY:

RahrBSG is a family-owned global leader and trusted partner to the craft beverage industry, proudly supporting breweries, wineries, distilleries, cideries, and storefronts with premium supplies and ingredients since 1847. With over 175 years of expertise, RahrBSG combines tradition with innovation to meet the evolving needs of our customers and the craft beverage community.

Headquartered in Shakopee, MN, RahrBSG is part of Rahr Corporation, a fifth-generation family business. We are committed to providing the highest quality products and services to our customers, ensuring they can create beverages that inspire and delight. Our offerings include an extensive range of barley malts, hops, adjuncts, and other brewing essentials, designed to support beverage makers of all sizes and styles.

At RahrBSG, we value quality, innovation, and collaboration. We're passionate about crafting excellence and fostering the growth of the craft beverage industry while upholding our family-owned values and commitment to sustainability. Join us and become part of a legacy dedicated to supporting the artistry and success of beverage makers worldwide.