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Dreaming big is in our DNA. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?

SALARY: $25.95/hour + shift premiums, bonus eligible

SHIFT: 10 Hour rotating shifts, 4 days a week, Sunday-Wednesday or Wednesday-Saturday. Rotation of shifts occurs every 6 weeks, and shifts include:

· 1st shift: 6:00am - 4:00pm

· 1.5 shift: 12:00pm – 10:00pm

· 2nd shift: 2:00pm -12:00am

· 3rd shift: 9:00pm – 7:00am

LOCATION: Goose Island Beer Company – Chicago, IL

COMPANY:
We are home to the nation’s most iconic beer and beyond beer brands, including Michelob ULTRA – America’s #1 top-selling beer – as well as Busch Light, Budweiser, Bud Light, Stella Artois, Cutwater Spirits, and industry-leading craft brands. From our longstanding efforts to support American farmers, military, veterans, and first responders, to emergency drinking water donations and responsible drinking programs, we are guided by our commitment to the communities we call home and the 65,000 hardworking Americans who bring our beer to life. We are powered by a team that shares our passion to create a future with more cheers. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?

ROLE SUMMARY: The Brewer position at Goose Island is responsible for day-to-day operations in the Brewhouse or Cellar. This includes but is not limited to wort and beer production, barrel aging, dry hopping, and sanitation. This is a full-time position at the Fulton Street Brewery and is a perfect position for someone with some brewing experience looking to take the next step in their brewing career.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for producing quality wort and beer which adhere to our specifications and schedule.

• Ensures proper CIP and sanitation practices to maintain general area cleanliness and prevent contamination issue.

• Adheres to all schedules, adjust when needed, and follows all process controls for wort and beer production.

• Troubleshoots issues, finds root causes, implements effective solutions, and escalates problems when needed.

• Promptly reports deviations from product specifications or SOPs and makes sure all daily paperwork is completed properly.

• Maintains cleanliness and order throughout the brewery while adhering to existing SOPs and sanitation requirements.

• Daily interaction with other operations departments including lab, packaging, and maintenance.

• Helps fellow brewers work toward and champions a safety-first culture

• Responsible for the safety of oneself and others, required to audit area/tasks for safety compliance and communicate with EHS manager to ensure compliance to company and OSHA policies.

• Must be comfortable working within a team and independently with minimal supervision.

• Attendance at all applicable brewing, safety, environmental, taste panel, sensory meetings, and trainings.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• 1 – 3 years of experience in a brewing environment, certification from recognized brewing school preferred.

• Must be willing to work varying and flexible shifts including overnights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.

• Thorough understanding of the brewing process and brewing quality control.

WHY ANHEUSER-BUSCH:
At Anheuser-Busch, our purpose is to create a future with more cheers. For more than 165 years as a leading American manufacturer, Anheuser-Busch has delivered a legacy of brewing great-tasting, high-quality beers that have satisfied beer drinkers for generations. As the nation’s top brewer, one of the fastest growing spirits companies, and an insurgent force in energy drinks, we drive economic prosperity nationwide through investments in our people, facilities, and communities. We are the only alcohol company that invests in the U.S. at this scale.

BENEFITS:

• Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness and Tax-Advantaged Savings and Spending Accounts

• Life Insurance and Disability Income Protection

• Generous Parental Leave and FMLA policies

• 401(k) Retirement Savings options with a company matching contribution

• Chance to work in a fast-paced environment among a company of owners

• Free Beer!