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Making and selling great beer is the best job on the planet. But we view it as more of a passion. We’re always on the lookout for like-minded people to join our already-fantastic team. And you can probably imagine some of the cool perks that accompany jobs here!
Maintenance Tech
DESCRIPTION
The Maintenance Technician position is responsible for performing highly diversified duties across both our Packaging and Maintenance Teams. Depending on the day or the week, you would be tasked to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain production and facility equipment. Or, you would be responsible for working on the production lines to package beverages according to company quality and safety standards. This role also serves as a key support for the Logistics Coordinator by being the lead for all shipping/receiving. You will be responsible for coordinating with various departments regarding the distribution and inventory of beer and all related components.
APPLY
Does this sound like the job you’ve been looking for? Think you have the skills, passion, and personality to be a great fit? Send your resume, cover letter, at least 3 references, and salary requirements to:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS – MAINTENANCE
- Perform highly diversified duties to install and maintain production machines and the plant facility’s equipment.
- Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service.
- Perform simple machinist duties and responsibilities.
- Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines.
- Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
- Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments.
- Perform regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment and plant facilities.
- Perform a variety of plumbing maintenance and carpentry functions.
- Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.
- Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervisor.
- Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.
- Proactively suggest and find ways to improve processes with safety and efficiency
- Be a self-starter, always finding something productive to do
- Working well with team-mates, and having a positive attitude; focuses on solutions, not problems
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS – SHIPPING AND RECEIVING
- Assemble/coordinate with packaging on constructing mixed pallets
- Receiving dunnage (kegs) & count for accuracy
- Managing loading of distributor trucks (on a forklift)
- Receive and count all shipments (vendor trucks, UPS, FedEx, etc.) and compare for accuracy vs. the bill of lading
- Enter received inventory into QuickBooks, promptly and accurately
- Maintain organization and cleanliness of all storage areas (including cold storage)
- Responsible for maintaining security of all storage areas and preventing loss
- Stage glass/boxes/kegs/cans for the next day’s run
- Shipping any packages that need to go out (beer for competitions, etc.)
- Help keep grain room stocked
- Conduct regular physical inventory counts for Finished Beer and Packaging
- Assist packaging team on the canning and bottling line as needed
- Prep packaging and make boxes for future runs as needed
SPECIAL SKILLS AND CERTIFICATION
- Must be forklift certified
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office skills, specifically Outlook, Word and Excel.
- Knowledge of QuickBooks helpful.
- Excellent written and verbal skills.
- Must be able to solve a variety of issues ranging from easy to complex with limited input from others.
- Ability to organize, prioritize and work within tight time frames.
- Ability to make sound, independent judgement
- Knowledge to effectively communicate and collaborate with a diverse range of people and job functions.
- High school diploma/GED and completion of a craft apprenticeship, or an equivalent number of years of education and production maintenance experience.
- 4+ years of manufacturing experience; strong hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical and industrial skills with some PLC experience and HVAC.
- Ability to work well in a team environment and independently
- Attention to detail
- Ability to lift 55 pounds repeatedly
- Must be at least 21 years of age and pass a background check
- Proper use of PPE
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Fast paced environment
- High sense of urgency
- High energy environment
- Medical/dental/vision insurance, paid vacation & sick days
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job: Must be able to lift upto 55 lbs. Must be able to stand, walk, lift and bend repeatedly throughout shift.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay rate depends upon the level of experience and expertise of the candidate.
CELLARman / CELLAR WORKER
DESCRIPTION
Lakewood Brewing Co., is seeking a full-time, experienced and motivated cellarman to lead cellar operations and join the LBC family.
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Sound like the job you’ve been looking for? Think you have the skills, passion, and personality to be a great fit? Send your RESUME and COVER LETTER, including salary requirements, to:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Perform all cellar tasks – including but not limited to: transfers, carbonation, CIP’s, SIP’s, filtration/centrifugation, yeast brinking/pitching, dry hopping, barreling and de-barreling, etc.
- Communicate with lab and take samples at specified points
- Follow all company SOPs
- Keep accurate records
- Run packaging lines as needed
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
- Minimum of one year professional cellaring experience in a production brewery or high volume brewpub required
- Obsessive attention to detail, highly focused on brewery cleanliness
- Fermentation Science education preferred but not required
- Bottling and Canning experience preferred but not required
- Forklift certification preferred but not required
- Ability to work well in a team environment and independently
- Passion for the brewing process and beer
- Ability to work in hot, cold and wet environments.
- Flexible schedule
- Must be at least 21 years of age and pass a background check
- Proper use of PPE
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Collaborative, team environment
- Passionate, creative, and dedicated coworkers
- Medical/dental/vision, paid vacation & sick days, free beer, and other great perks!
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job: Must be able to lift up to 55 lbs. and move 165 lb. kegs of beer. Must be able to stand, walk, lift and bend repeatedly throughout shift.
ABOUT LAKEWOOD
Lakewood Brewing Company is a fast-paced, family owned and operated brewery. We are an established brewery serving all of Texas and are known for brewing consistently high-quality beers. We brew a large variety of beers including barrel aged beers and sours. Check us out on the web for a complete beer lineup: https://lakewoodbrewing.com/
TAPROOM BEERTENDER
DESCRIPTION
The beertender will represent Lakewood Brewing, making sure every customer has an exceptional experience.
APPLY
Does this sound like the job you’ve been looking for? Think you have the skills, passion, and personality to be a great fit? Send your resume, cover letter, at least 3 references, and salary requirements to:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Availability for 2-3 shifts a week. Two of them would be Mon-Fri, usually from 2:15-9:45pm, and one Saturday or Sunday.
- TABC certified
- Food Handlers Certificate
- Cicerone Certified Beer Server (This certification is due 30 days after you’ve been hired. We will cover the cost of the online exam.
- Willing to have a background check run before being employed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Fast paced environment
- High sense of urgency
- High energy environment
- Passionate, creative and dedicated team
- Strong sense of camaraderie
SPECIAL SKILLS AND CERTIFICATION
- Experience using the POS system Toast
- Experience in Sales, Marketing, and/or managing and Bar
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job: Must be able to lift up to 55 lbs. and move 165 lb. kegs of beer. Must be able to stand, walk, lift and bend repeatedly throughout shift.
SALES REPRESENTATIVE:
HOUSTON
DESCRIPTION
As a Sales Representative for Lakewood Brewing Company, you will be at the core of every marketing and sales activity as you create an invaluable relationship between LBC and each account that connects us with the customer. You will be responsible for representing the best craft beer on the market and what we represent as a company to both new and existing accounts, in allotted geographical locations.
APPLY
Does this sound like the job you’ve been looking for? Think you have the skills, passion, and personality to be a great fit? Send your resume, cover letter, at least 3 references, and salary requirements to:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with wholesaler and key accounts
- Assume a leadership role in identifying growth opportunities with new and existing accounts
- Must be able to analyze and develop sales opportunities from VIP software or other company-provided sales software
- Able to maintain and report an expense budget within the given parameters
- Represent the brewery at festivals and events such as brewery dinners, samplings, and promotions
- Conducts ongoing brand training with retailers, distributor partners, and consumers
- Supports Lakewood Brewing Company core values and priorities
- Ability to work flexible schedule; ability to work nights and weekends
- Must spend between 5 to 6 hours a day driving
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Fast paced environment
- High sense of urgency
- High energy environment
- Passionate, creative, collaborative, and dedicated team
- Medical/dental/vision insurance, paid vacation & sick days, free beer, and other great perks!
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
- At least one of year experience working in the three-tier distribution system either with a beer wholesaler or beer supplier.
- Live in the market for which Sales Representative is responsible for
- Proficient in Microsoft office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
- Strong organizational & planning skills
- Excellent organizational, planning, and sales skills
- Strong work ethic; demonstrated ability to plan and manage multiple responsibilities
- Strong knowledge of the local market for craft beer and high level of craft beer product knowledge
- Excellent oral and written communication; strong analytical and group presentation skills
- Must have a reliable car, valid driver’s license, pass pre-employment background check, including motor vehicle record.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job: Must be able to lift up to 30 lb. cases, and occasionally 100 lb. kegs.
HEAD BREWER PRODUCTION MANAGER
DESCRIPTION
We are seeking a knowledgeable brewer willing to take on the tasks of a growing brewing production, who has a solid foundation and the experience to tackle increased production, barrel aging, packaging and more.
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Leading a team in producing a high volume of quality beer in a safe and efficient manner.
- Writing and communicating a shift schedule for all brewing, cellar and packaging staff.
- Working with Logistics Coordinator to ensure all orders are met; ensuring no out-of-stocks, and that all orders received are fulfilled in full.
- Maintain set levels of product back-stock.
- Work with President and Logistics Coordinator to forecast and plan for any future personnel or equipment needs, allowing ample time for ordering and implementation.
- Proactively suggest process improvements as applicable for quality, consistency, efficiency, and cost savings.
- Building and maintaining a strong team of motivated and educated employees.
- Responsible for managing each production team member’s career development.
- Writing, updating, delivering and enforcing standard operating procedures for the department.
- Ensuring clean and sanitary equipment and working environment.
- Managing raw materials and packaging inventories and raw materials contracts*
- Analyzing and reporting on all brewing operations and efficiencies.
- Working with the department heads and production team to create and improve processes that ensure safety, quality and efficiency.
- Completing, entering and maintaining daily production records.
- Assist Maintenance team member in overseeing repairs and maintenance on all brewing and cellar equipment.
- Overseeing the pilot beer program including creating new and unique processes and beer recipes. Ensuring new products are developed in time for launches.
- Leading production meetings.
- Completing TTB Report of Operations Monthly.
- Entering builds in QuickBooks in an accurate and timely manner
- Lead and oversee all aspects of Barrel Program.
- Approving timesheets and minimizing overtime.
- Staying informed about new industry processes, practices and equipment.
- Help in procuring new equipment & assisting in install & commissioning.
- Work w/ sales team to minimize/eliminate out of stocks.
- Meet efficiency metrics and conduct ongoing measurements for efficiencies.
- Filling in when employees are out or on vacation.
- Training new hires for their position and teaching safe chemical usage, storage and disposal.
- Lead and build a proactive, positive team.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
- Minimum of four years professional brewing, in a production brewery or high-volume brewpub required
- Brewer Certification or Fermentation Science education preferred but not required
- Ability to work well in a team environment and independently
- Obsessive attention to detail
- Passion for the brewing process and beer
- Experience leading and managing a team
- Comprehensive understanding of brewing science,brewery operations
- Ability to lift 55 pounds repeatedly
- Forklift certified a plus but not required
- Flexible schedule
- Must be at least 21 years of age and pass a background check
- Proper use of PPE
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Fast paced environment
- High sense of urgency
- High energy environment
- Passionate, creative and dedicated team
- Strong sense of camaraderie
- Medical/dental/vision insurance,paid vacation &sick days, free beer, and other great perks!
TAPROOM HOURS
MON-THURS: 3-9
FRIDAY: 11-9
SATURDAY: 11-9
SUNDAY: 11-6
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