PyramidBrew
07-09-2008, 01:26 PM
** Update -- this position has been filled. Please keep an eye on www.pyramidbrew.com and www.magichat.net for future openings. Cheers! **
Pyramid Breweries offers a fun, dynamic work environment in the unique and exciting industry of craft brewing! Since 1984, we have grown from the small brewery in Kalama, Washington to now having five locations and 500 employees. Our award-winning beers are handcrafted and brewed in small batches, and are recognized nationwide. Check out what's new at www.pyramidbrew.com!
We are seeking a Quality Assurance Technician at our Portland Brewery who will generate, compile, organize, and evaluate quality assurance data so that all functions in the brewery are monitored. The postion will maintain laboratory in a fully functioning and professional manner and act as a scientific resource to rest of brewery staff.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform all daily, weekly and monthly microbial tests necessary for evaluation and release of products - (Some of these tasks may be done by others. Your role is to ensure they are performed timely and correctly). Perform all daily, weekly and monthly chemical tests and adjustments necessary for evaluation and release of products - (Some of these tasks may be done by others. Your role is to ensure they are performed timely and correctly). Perform daily QA audit on packaging and kegging line. Perform QA audit on yeast propagation processes. Maintain working knowledge of entire brewery processes and procedures so that quality issues can be effectively monitored and resolved. Manage weekly tasting panel(s). Maintain records of results. Organize and maintain library of products. Upkeep, stock and purchase laboratory materials so that it is fully functional at all times. Work with vendors to maintain and repair laboratory equipment. Organize and present all gathered data in an organized and proactive manner. Provide scientific information and act as technical resource for rest of brewery staff on issues concerning quality, process control, and science-based problems. Assist Master Brewer with development of quality assurance processes, procedures, reports and forms. Train brewery personnel in laboratory technique and sanitary procedures. Oversee duties performed by part time QA Technician. Miscellaneous projects assigned by manager. Support plant operations as needed, which may include transfers, batching or other limited production needs.
Ideal candidates will have 2 years entry-level lab or quality control experience as a minimum.
EDUCATION NEEDED TO PERFORM THIS JOB: (minimum and preferred)
Minimum: High School Diploma with college level microbiology, organic chemistry, physics, statistics or brewing science course completion.
Preferred: BS in fermentation science, biology, or microbiology.
Please check out the full job description at www.pyramidbrew.com in the employment section for additional qualifications needed.
Pyramid offers a competitive compensation package rich with a profit sharing program, merit increases, full benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life, paid vacation and sick, as well as an unparalleled 401(k) plan with employer matching and an employee educational reimbursement program.
If you are ready for the challenge, let us know by e-mailing us at hr@pyramidbrew.com or faxing your resume and cover letter to us at 206-381-0523. No phone calls please. Pyramid is a drug free employer.
Pyramid Breweries offers a fun, dynamic work environment in the unique and exciting industry of craft brewing! Since 1984, we have grown from the small brewery in Kalama, Washington to now having five locations and 500 employees. Our award-winning beers are handcrafted and brewed in small batches, and are recognized nationwide. Check out what's new at www.pyramidbrew.com!
We are seeking a Quality Assurance Technician at our Portland Brewery who will generate, compile, organize, and evaluate quality assurance data so that all functions in the brewery are monitored. The postion will maintain laboratory in a fully functioning and professional manner and act as a scientific resource to rest of brewery staff.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform all daily, weekly and monthly microbial tests necessary for evaluation and release of products - (Some of these tasks may be done by others. Your role is to ensure they are performed timely and correctly). Perform all daily, weekly and monthly chemical tests and adjustments necessary for evaluation and release of products - (Some of these tasks may be done by others. Your role is to ensure they are performed timely and correctly). Perform daily QA audit on packaging and kegging line. Perform QA audit on yeast propagation processes. Maintain working knowledge of entire brewery processes and procedures so that quality issues can be effectively monitored and resolved. Manage weekly tasting panel(s). Maintain records of results. Organize and maintain library of products. Upkeep, stock and purchase laboratory materials so that it is fully functional at all times. Work with vendors to maintain and repair laboratory equipment. Organize and present all gathered data in an organized and proactive manner. Provide scientific information and act as technical resource for rest of brewery staff on issues concerning quality, process control, and science-based problems. Assist Master Brewer with development of quality assurance processes, procedures, reports and forms. Train brewery personnel in laboratory technique and sanitary procedures. Oversee duties performed by part time QA Technician. Miscellaneous projects assigned by manager. Support plant operations as needed, which may include transfers, batching or other limited production needs.
Ideal candidates will have 2 years entry-level lab or quality control experience as a minimum.
EDUCATION NEEDED TO PERFORM THIS JOB: (minimum and preferred)
Minimum: High School Diploma with college level microbiology, organic chemistry, physics, statistics or brewing science course completion.
Preferred: BS in fermentation science, biology, or microbiology.
Please check out the full job description at www.pyramidbrew.com in the employment section for additional qualifications needed.
Pyramid offers a competitive compensation package rich with a profit sharing program, merit increases, full benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life, paid vacation and sick, as well as an unparalleled 401(k) plan with employer matching and an employee educational reimbursement program.
If you are ready for the challenge, let us know by e-mailing us at hr@pyramidbrew.com or faxing your resume and cover letter to us at 206-381-0523. No phone calls please. Pyramid is a drug free employer.