Brewer/Cellar Operator

Harpoon Brewery • Full-time • Windsor, VT, US • $19 - $21 / hour • 3m ago

Brewer/Cellar Operator – Harpoon Brewery (Windsor, VT)

Barrel One Collective (B1C), the parent company of Harpoon is seeking a skilled Brewer/Cellar Operator to join our production team in Windsor, VT. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced brewing professional to contribute to a growing craft operation and play a hands-on role in producing high-quality beer. The ideal candidate has strong technical skills, experience in both brewhouse and cellar operations, and a commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

About the Role
The Brewer/Cellar Operator is responsible for executing the day-to-day brewing and cellar functions required to produce consistent, high-quality beer. This includes wort production, fermentation management, filtration, yeast handling, tank CIP, and general facility upkeep. This role is full-time, non-exempt, and requires flexibility, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to maintain accuracy in a fast-paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities

Perform all cellar operations, including CIP, CUP, sanitizing fermenters and brite tanks, yeast brinks, dry hopping, gravity readings, yeast cell counts, keg racking, and general tank management
Start up and shut down facility processes for both brewhouse and cellar functions
Operate filtration equipment, perform filtration procedures, and sanitize lines and filters
Execute all aspects of wort production, including milling, hop and ingredient additions, antifoam and spice additions, and sample collection for lab analysis
Maintain turbidity, CO2, and O2 levels within product specifications; conduct dilution and flavor checks
Keep all brewhouse vessels and cellar areas in clean, tour-ready condition
Document all production steps accurately; maintain daily logs, quality checks, and batch records
Communicate issues promptly to the Head Brewer and Senior Brewer; support cross-department communication when needed
Participate in taste panel evaluations and ensure product quality standards are upheld
Contribute to meetings, continuous improvement initiatives, and a positive team environment
Maintain a safe, organized, and compliant workspace in accordance with company policies and safety standards
Support other departments and assist with additional tasks as needed

Qualifications and Requirements

Minimum 2 years of experience in brewing or beverage manufacturing
Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work around moving machinery and complex systems
Ability to multitask, prioritize changing demands, and maintain strong attention to detail
Flexibility to work varied shifts as needed
Proper use and understanding of PPE
Forklift certification preferred (or ability to obtain)
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. to shoulder height, stand for extended periods, work in tight spaces, climb stairs, and tolerate varying temperatures

Working Conditions
This position requires physical work in a production environment with exposure to heat, cold, moisture, moving equipment, chemicals used in cleaning and sanitizing, and elevated heights. The Brewer/Cellar Operator must be comfortable working safely and efficiently in these conditions.

Why Join Barrel One Collective
This role offers the opportunity to be an integral member of a professional brewing team and contribute directly to the quality and consistency of our beer. Barrel One Collective fosters a collaborative environment focused on craftsmanship, operational excellence, and continuous growth.

Position Details
Title: Brewer/Cellar Operator
Location: Windsor, VT
Employment Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

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