Brewer I Position Available In Madison, North Carolina

Who We AreFedUp Foods, one of the nation’s early producers of kombucha through the Buchi brand and one of the largest functional beverage manufacturers in America, offers a diverse portfolio of organic private label functional beverages for top global retailers.

Position SummaryThis position supports the daily execution of brewing, cellaring, and transferring operations. It includes cleaning brewing equipment and spaces and collaborating with the brewing team. Performance is measured with defined metrics and regular reviews.

Schedule:

Sunday

• Thursday 8:00 AM
• 4:30 PMThe ideal candidate is punctual, detail-oriented, and enjoys working in a values-driven team environment.

General Duties and ResponsibilitiesMaintain a safe, clean workspace by

• Completing annual chemical training and properly using/titrating cleaning chemicals
• Cleaning equipment, floors, drains, and systems daily and performing regular deep cleans
• Following all PPE policies and reporting incidents or near misses
• Understanding and executing all Clean-in-Place (CIP) procedures
• Cleaning tanks, pumps, filtration systems, and related equipment per SOPs
• Confirming equipment cleanliness via swabbing, titration, or other standard testsSupport brewing operations by
• Filling tanks with water for upcoming brews
• Assisting in finishing/filtering starter for base brews
• Changing over filtration pads and socks per SOPs
• Injecting flavors into the correct brite tanks
• Ensuring carbonation systems are set when flavoring is complete
• Entering data into spreadsheets, checklists, and logs
• Keeping tools and equipment organized
• Following GMP and SQF standards
• Assisting with Koelschip fermentation, transfers, and cleaning
• Transferring base product through proper filtration per SOPs
• Participating in projects or supporting other brewers/flavoring tasks as neededFood Safety and Quality Responsibilities
• Follow GMP policies and encourage others to do the same
• Understand and follow SQF protocols on pest control, visitors, allergens, and sanitation
• Support management’s SQF commitment and help the company meet food safety and quality goals
• Report any food safety/quality concerns to the QA Manager so corrective/preventative actions (CAPA) can be takenRequired Skills and Abilities
• Forklift and pallet jack experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail and high cleanliness standards
• Proficiency in spreadsheet and document data entry
• Awareness of safety risks and precautions for self and team
• Ability to interact across departments and levels
• Flexibility and multitasking in a fast-paced environment
• Positive, team-oriented attitude
• Availability for variable schedules based on departmental needsEducation and Experience
• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum 1 year of brewing, kitchen prep, or batch mixing experience preferredWork Environment and Physical RequirementsTwo paid 15-minute breaks and one 30-minute unpaid lunchMust be able to stand and walk for extended periodsFrequent bending, squatting, crawling, kneeling, pushing, and pulling