Brewer I

Who We Are
FedUp Foods, one of the nation's early producers of kombucha through the Buchi brand and one of the largest functional beverage manufacturers in America, offers a diverse portfolio of organic private label functional beverages for top global retailers.

Position Summary
This position supports the daily execution of brewing, cellaring, and transferring operations. It includes cleaning brewing equipment and spaces and collaborating with the brewing team. Performance is measured with defined metrics and regular reviews.

Schedule: Sunday- Thursday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

The ideal candidate is punctual, detail-oriented, and enjoys working in a values-driven team environment.

General Duties & Responsibilities
Maintain a safe, clean workspace by:

• Completing annual chemical training and properly using/titrating cleaning chemicals

• Cleaning equipment, floors, drains, and systems daily and performing regular deep cleans

• Following all PPE policies and reporting incidents or near misses

• Understanding and executing all Clean-in-Place (CIP) procedures

• Cleaning tanks, pumps, filtration systems, and related equipment per SOPs

• Confirming equipment cleanliness via swabbing, titration, or other standard tests

Support brewing operations by:

• Filling tanks with water for upcoming brews

• Assisting in finishing/filtering starter for base brews

• Changing over filtration pads and socks per SOPs

• Injecting flavors into the correct brite tanks

• Ensuring carbonation systems are set when flavoring is complete

• Entering data into spreadsheets, checklists, and logs

• Keeping tools and equipment organized

• Following GMP and SQF standards

• Assisting with Koelschip fermentation, transfers, and cleaning

• Transferring base product through proper filtration per SOPs

• Participating in projects or supporting other brewers/flavoring tasks as needed

Food Safety and Quality Responsibilities

• Follow GMP policies and encourage others to do the same

• Understand and follow SQF protocols on pest control, visitors, allergens, and sanitation

• Support management's SQF commitment and help the company meet food safety and quality goals

• Report any food safety/quality concerns to the QA Manager so corrective/preventative actions (CAPA) can be taken

Required Skills & Abilities

• Forklift and pallet jack experience preferred

• Strong attention to detail and high cleanliness standards

• Proficiency in spreadsheet and document data entry

• Awareness of safety risks and precautions for self and team

• Ability to interact across departments and levels

• Flexibility and multitasking in a fast-paced environment

• Positive, team-oriented attitude

• Availability for variable schedules based on departmental needs

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED required

• Minimum 1 year of brewing, kitchen prep, or batch mixing experience preferred

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Two paid 15-minute breaks and one 30-minute unpaid lunch

• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods

• Frequent bending, squatting, crawling, kneeling, pushing, and pulling

• Work in hot, cold, and wet conditions

• Regularly lift, push, or pull up to 65 pounds

Our Values: Agility, Collaboration, Communication, Lifelong Learning, Community, Gratitude

Our Benefits:

• Health Insurance (company pays 80-90% individual premium)
• Group Term Life Insurance (100% of premium paid by company)
• Vision and Dental Coverage (paid by the employee)
• Voluntary Group Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability (50% of premium paid by company)
• Voluntary Accident Insurance
• Retirement: 401k with Employer Match
• 9 Paid Holidays
• PTO and Sick Time

EEO Statement

AKM provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as directed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.