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Journeyman has now opened our first brewing operation, Sea of Monsters, in Valparaiso, Indiana. The ideal candidate is an experienced Brewer with a proven track record of running efficient operations, with a keen eye to quality, in a brewing environment. This person will also have a desire to learn the distilling side of the business and be willing to provide assistance to the Distillery team during slower brewing periods.
A few things we think our Head Brewer ought to know:
- We brew beer for in-house consumption only - NO intent to distribute any time soon.
- Journeyman has a single owner with a clear vision.
- Our brewing operations are backed by the successes of our 13-year old, award-winning distillery.
- Our distilled spirits are distributed across the US, Europe, and Australia.
- Our brewing operation boasts a 10-barrel Sprinkman brew system with automation.
- The brewery is part of an amazing, $40mil redevelopment of a historic factory building which includes a fully-functional, large-scale distillery, a full-service restaurant with 425 seats, multiple events spaces, and other amenities.
- The brewery is set in the beautiful town of Valparaiso, IN - 30 minutes from the Indiana Dunes National Park
- We have a focus on creating a core product line for the consumer while exploring unique brewing methods from around the world, a barrel-aged brew program, and an NA brew.
The Head Brewer at Journeyman will oversee and ensure the success of our Brewery operations. *He or she must live within 30 miles of the brewery.
At Journeyman Distillery, we believe hard work and dedication deserve to be rewarded. To that end, we provide a comprehensive benefits and incentives package.
Here’s a peek at what you will receive as a Journeyman employee:
- Outstanding Growth Opportunity!
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Supplemental Insurance Options
- Free Monthly Bottle of Spirit (21+)
- Loyalty Incentives (ask about our 5-Year Private Bottle Reward!)
- 25% Employee Discount
- Monthly Employee Tour with Owner/Founder, Bill Welter
- Annual Employee Putting Competition
- 3 Annual Employee Parties
All team members must uphold and embody Journeyman’s Core Values which represent the culture, attitude, and immediate priorities ensuring our cohesion and success.
CORE VALUES
GRIT
- Having a positive attitude that no challenge is too great
- Understanding that goals worth pursuing are never easy; that perseverance, grit, and determination are essential to success
- There is no substitute for grit and putting in the time and effort. Good things will come from those efforts
- 10,000-hour rule. Malcom Gladwell: it takes 10,000 hours of intensive practice to be great
ALWAYS A JOURNEYMAN
- Excellence is a lifelong pursuit and mastery is an illusion
- The joy is in the daily work and pursuit of excellence, not in the final destination
- A focus on continual improvement and doing our best
1st CUSTOMER
- Treating every customer with the mindset that they are the business’s 1st ever customer
- Treating customers with authenticity, kindness, warmth, care, friendliness; engaging, helpful and willing to offer a magical experience
- Clean facilities
- Being available to the customer and timely responses in any capacity
- This mindset extends to our vendors, suppliers, partners, and especially our fellow employees
- Never take the customer or employee for granted
- 362 and 59:59+ We are open to our customers 362 days a year and we set an unwavering standard of serving our customers up till the last closing second 59:59+ and beyond if needed.
AMBASSADOR
- Taking pride and ownership in your work
- Engagement and active participation in your work and company activities
- Being a positive force in the workplace; creating a culture of positivity
- Extending common courtesy to self, employees, vendors, and guests
- Being an evangelist and promoter of the company and brand
YOUR ATTRIBUTES
- Desire to create some of the best beer in the world
- Driven by excitement and exploration of creating/replicating unique beer styles
- Ability to make a broad repertoire of beer styles from around the world
- Understanding of beer chemistry and biology and the necessary instrumentation needed to monitor the brewing process along with the ability to utilize this knowledge in a practical sense
- Understanding of and ability to implement necessary lab work, sensory program, and quality standards necessary to make great beer
- Ability to identify defects and rectify issues
- Use of proper methods and best practices to ensure beer quality
- Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment
- Excellent time management skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
- Strong personnel management and leadership skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Highly detail-oriented with excellent organizational and planning skills
- Thorough understanding of manufacturing COGS/cost accounting and budgeting processes
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Brewing Production | Oversee and execute all brewing operations.
- Direct and manage the team to follow processes and achieve outcomes.
- Work with Director of Brewing & Distilling and CEO to conceptualize and realize a brewing agenda/schedule that meet company objectives.
- Work with the Director of Distilling & Brewing to prepare weekly schedules for brewing, transfer, and staffing to meet production needs.
- Work with Director of Distilling & Brewing to oversee adherence to sales and cost forecasts.
- Order brewing materials, chemicals, and equipment replacement parts.
- Maintain detailed records, inventory, and production reports.
Brewhouse Management | Develop and enforce organizational policies & procedures and manage brewing staff.
- Maintain departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Ensure maintenance of brewing equipment.
- Ensure compliance with safety protocols.
- Conduct the Journeyman Distillery Employee Experience Ecosystem as per the process with every direct report.
- Coach team members to effectively complete tasks, communicate effectively with other stakeholders and grow their skills.
- Oversee Performance Management of direct reports including terminations ensuring positive and respectful relationships are maintained.
- Undertake effective delegation and conduct informal on-the-job training for members to increase skills.
Quality Assurance | Ensure raw materials, in-process beer, and finished beer are collected and analyzed to ensure a quality product.
- Work with Director of Distilling & Brewing to create a standard of excellence.
- Maintain established standards for maintenance, cleaning, and sterilization of equipment.
- Identify instrumentation and equipment needs.
- QC standards are met. QC issues are identified before product reaches customer. Errors are not repeated.
- Implement and oversee lab work and sensory programs.
Requirements
- Five+ years of professional brewing experience.
- Proficiency in brewing and fermentation processes along with bottling and kegging operations is required.
- Bachelor’s Degree and/or Certificate from an accredited brewing science school preferred (technical and/or brewing specific courses preferred).
- 2–3 years management or supervisor experience preferred.
- Familiarity with EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) is a plus.
