Cold Block Operator

Cold Block Operator

About the job

Job Purpose: Shift operator will be responsible for the cold block operations

Key Responsibility Area (KRA):

• Fermentation, maturation, yeast crop, dry hopping, hops straining, filtration and handoff to the next shift operator. Managing and operation ofcold block.
• Accurately record all aspects of the CB-activities to track production operations and inventory
• All aspect of cold block work including but not limited to: cleaning and sanitization of UT’s, BBT’s, DAW, water tanks, filter, transfer lineswith Clean-in-Place (CIP)
• Follow all cleanup procedures to achieve high hygienic conditions. Handle the fermentation batches precisely according to the written recipe and SOP Constant communication with our head brewer/quality manager to ensure our beer meets internal quality standards
• Involves recording, troubleshooting, temperature, and flow monitoring, communication, supplying lines with material or product, cleaning, sanitation, and foaming. Sanitation involves the complete cleaning of all the equipment within the facility.
• Raw materials monitoring, receiving, and handling forthe Cold Block.
• Perform quality checks, testing, and complete paperwork as required.
• Perform work and cleaning in confined space areas
• Must be able to make equipment and product changeovers using tools as needed.
• Assist other operators and departments in training, repair work, and equipment operation as needed.
• Assist with supporting overtime as needed to cover varying production needs.
• Responsible for the daily completion of tasks integral to the operation and overall performance of the Brewery.
• Collaborate with production team, monitoring brewing and processing of batches to control quality, consistency and efficiency
• Follow written SOP’s; accountable for SOP execution, maintain highest safety standard.
• Communicate daily with Production Manager and Head Brewer on scheduled tasks, issues encountered, and priorities

Requirements:

• Professional cellar experience after 6 month internal training.
• Ability to work well in a team environment and independently.
• Passion for brewery and creating quality beer.
• Comprehensive understanding of brewing, production, and cellar operations.
• Strong sense of organization.

Experience: 5 years+ of cold block and brewery experience.

Qualifications: Diploma or Bachelor’s in Food Technology

Interested candidates can apply by clicking on the link below or by sending their resumes directly to hr@yakbrewing.com or vacancy@yetiidistillery.com