Quality Assurance (QA) Technician

Founded in 1988 in Bend Oregon Deschutes Brewery has been pushing the craft beer movement forward for more than three decades. Today were proud to be the 6th largest independent craft brewery in the United States with a reputation built on innovation quality and a whole lot of passion for producing a great product. Deschutes continues to grow with a footprint in all 50 states one of the fastest growing non-alcoholic portfolios in the country. Weve also partnered with brands including Patagonia Provisions Boneyard Beer and PartyBomb a new-to-world flavored malt beverage. From hop-forward classics to creative seasonal releases award winning non-alcoholic beers to flavor forward malt beverages were driven by one simple goal: brew damn tasty beverages that bring people together. If youre looking to do meaningful work with people who care deeply about their craft -and know how to have fun along the way- Deschutes Brewery is a place where you can grow and make an impact.

We are seeking a qualified QA Technician join our team! The anticipated schedule for this role will be five 8-hour shifts Monday-Friday starting at 8:00am. The QA Technician is responsible for conducting lab operations to support brewing packaging and warehouse production of our damn tasty beer.

What Youll Be Doing:

As a member of the Deschutes Brewery Quality team you will learn multiple skills from well qualified co-owners and be able to apply that knowledge to our problem-solving teams troubleshooting efforts and daily work. You will be working in a fast-paced team environment where you will be working with minimal supervision and operating under GMP and Food Safety rules. Training provided!

Your daily work may include but is not limited to:

• Conducting microbiological and analytical testing and analysis on samples such as beverage products water and yeast.
• Responsible for supporting food safety and quality assurance programs through microbiological testing and environmental monitoring.
• Contribute to lab operations: media/reagent prep equipment checks inventory and cleanliness.
• Lead daily efforts of micro lab operations including media prep PCR plating and data entry.
• Operate lab equipment: Beer analyzer gas chromatograph spectrometer PCR machine and Package Analyzer.
• Product analysis to determine alcohol content International Bittering Units measurements wort color etc.
• Able to react to change productively efficiently and able to handle essential tasks as assigned.
• Communicate and report product nonconformities.
• Support Deschutes Brewery strategic initiatives and goals.
• Additional job duties will change as needed to cover Quality Team operations and all internal and external customer needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

What Youll Need to be Successful:

• 4-year College or University degree in specialized field applicable to duties
• Experience training and/or education specifically related to microbiology brewing and/or food science is preferred
• Effective time management with limited supervision
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge specific to brewing and packaging processes
• Ability to interpret data write reports and SOPs
• Prior experience with solving practical problems as an individual and as a team member
• Ability to walk stand sit and lift up to 35 pounds

Just some of the awesome perks of working for Deschutes Brewery:

• Awesome co-workers!
• Medical dental and vision insurance
• 401k Match of 4% vested immediately!
• 2 weeks paid vacation 1 week sick leave and paid holidays. On Demand Pay (get your money when you need it) available through DailyPay.
• Employee stock ownership - be a part owner of Deschutes Brewery!
• Pro deals with local companies.
• Keg discounts.
• Free beer for those 21!

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply even if you dont believe you meet every one of our qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position or how this would be determined please feel free to contact to discuss your application.

Required Experience:

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