Blender Operator - Oskar Blues Brewery

Objective

Entry level. Perform basic functions in the blending/batching department with supervision. This position reports to the Cellar and Blending/Batching Manager.

Essential Responsibilities

• Maintain all quality standards and safety set for production at CANarchy facilities
• Know where all raw materials are stored and general layout of the brewery
• Correctly and accurately weigh and stage flavorings, juice, and other additives as required for blending/batching operations
• Clean and maintain finishing vessels according to standard operating procedure (SOP)
• Monitor and correct the carbonation of product prior to packaging
• Assemble and break down appropriate hoses and parts configuration depending on process
• Follow SOP’s to safely handle chemicals and hoses/vessels under pressure while wearing PPE
• Log information immediately and accurately
• Complete general cleaning tasks (sweeping, scrubbing, organizing, etc.)
• Maintain a clean and orderly workspace
• Escalate problems to coworkers and management immediately

Additional Responsibilities

• Begin training on transferring/blending equipment according to SOP
• Perform facility-specific duties as required or assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrate reliability, punctuality, and ability to multi-task
• Communicate effectively and demonstrate willingness to ask questions before proceeding with unsurety
• Demonstrate responsible and well-informed decision making

Physical & Mental Requirements

Must have the physical and mental strength and endurance to be able to perform duties, in at times extreme environments, as well as the ability to handle stressors of the position in operational and administrative situations. Required to frequently lift and move 10-75 pounds. Expected to stand, sit, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, talk, hear, taste, smell, see, and operate objects, tools, and controls. May be required to work weekend and overnight shifts.

Position Snapshot Employment Type:

Employment Type: Full Time

Job Type: Non-Exempt

Pay Type: Hourly, $20.75

Supervisor: Cellar Manager (or Operations Manager, if applicable)

Manages Others: No

Minimum Education: High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent Required Minimum Certification: N/A

Minimum Experience: N/A

Age Requirement: 21 years or older

Required Travel: 0%

Full Time Benefits Include

• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) matching up to 4% (Roth optional)
• Life Insurance
• STD & LTD, and AD&D
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Anniversary Recognition
• Employee beer, merchandise, and food discounts

Equal Opportunity:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position as a result of evolving business needs.