Production Operator

• Cellar & Beverage Processing ABV Technology Saint Paul, MN Job Details Full-time $50,000
• $70,000 a year 16 hours ago Benefits Stock options Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Qualifications Cleaning and sanitation procedure implementation Machine maintenance record keeping Engineering equipment malfunctions diagnostics Workplace safety Brewing Forklift Industrial equipment troubleshooting Manufacturing standard operating procedures Driver's License Attention to detail Mechanical pump maintenance Laboratory standard operating procedures Class D Electrical troubleshooting Industrial pump maintenance and repair Craft beer experience Water pump maintenance Technical troubleshooting support Materials handling Cargo van operation Straight truck Beverage manufacturing facility experience Standard operating procedures (SOPs) Production records Sensors Material handling equipment operation Mechanical troubleshooting CIP (Clean-in-Place) Production troubleshooting Full Job Description About the Role ABV Technology is hiring an experienced production person for our brewing and beverage operations team.

This isn't quite a standard brewery production job. ABV Technology builds and operates proprietary beverage technology, and with our brewery, Bauhaus Brew Labs, this role spans beverage processing, brewing and cellar work, process equipment, quality control, and some genuinely interesting technical problem-solving. Day to day, you'll be working primarily on the ABV production side. We're looking for someone who already knows their way around a production brewery and can step in quickly. The right person is comfortable following established processes, operating and maintaining equipment, troubleshooting when something isn't behaving the way it should, and keeping an organized, safe production floor. If you like making great beer but also enjoy figuring out how and why things work, you'll probably enjoy it here. What You'll Do Run day-to-day beverage production and cellar operations Operate processing and brewery equipment

• pumps, valves, tanks, hoses, sensors, filtration and separation systems, and pasteurization Perform CIP and sanitation on tanks, process piping, and production equipment; verify and document cleaning Execute production runs against written Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work orders, start to finish Complete preventive maintenance and routine equipment checks
• seals, gaskets, valves, hoses, filters, pump service
• and assist with troubleshooting and basic repair Monitor instrumentation (flow, pressure, temperature) and respond to out-of-spec conditions before they become downtime Pull samples and run routine bench analyses to support in-process decisions Keep accurate production, maintenance, cleaning, and quality records Support brewing, cellar, and packaging activities as needed Move raw materials, finished product, and supplies safely; operate a forklift and pallet jackDrive company vans and trucks for production and operational needs Collaborate across the production, engineering, brewing, and operations teams

What We're Looking For Required:

Approximately 5+ years of professional brewery, cellar, or comparable beverage-production experience Strong working knowledge of cellar operations and sanitation / Clean-in-Place (CIP) procedures Experience working from Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and maintaining accurate production records and logsComfort operating pumps, valves, sensors, and mechanical/process equipment Mechanical aptitude and the instinct to diagnose a problem before reaching for the phone Forklift experience

• certification can be provided Valid Class D driver's license and clean driving record
• no CDL required; able to safely operate our company van and box truck (under 26,000 lbs GVWR) Strong attention to detail and real commitment to quality, sanitation, and workplace safety Able to work independently and manage your own day while communicating clearly with the team

Bonus Points:

Microbiology lab experience

• plating, media prep, aseptic technique, contamination investigation Analytical lab skills
• gravity/density, ABV determination, dissolved oxygen and CO2, titrations, or experience with automated beverage analyzers and density meters Equipment repair beyond routine preventive maintenance
• pump rebuilds, sanitary fittings and piping, plumbing, basic electrical Familiarity with PLC-controlled equipment, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), or HMI-driven systems Packaging experience
• canning, kegging, or filling operations Draft or beverage dispense systemsPreventive maintenance program development Experience in an environment where processes and equipment are continually being improved You don't need to check every box.

We're looking for a strong brewery production foundation, mechanical curiosity, and the ability to learn quickly. Why This Role Is Different Most brewery production jobs put you on the same equipment making the same product year after year. This one doesn't. ABV Technology develops and operates beverage technology used across the craft beverage industry, and with our brewery, Bauhaus Brew Labs, our production team works across traditional brewing, new beverage development, alcohol-adjustment technology, process improvement, and an expanding beverage portfolio. We're locally owned and operated, and small enough that the work you do is visible. Good ideas from the production floor actually get implemented here. There's plenty to build, plenty to learn, and plenty of room for someone who likes getting their hands dirty and making a production operation better. Physical Requirements & Work Environment Regularly lift and carry up to 55 lbs; handle heavier items with assistance or equipment Stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb stairs and ladders throughout the shift Work in wet, humid, cold, and occasionally loud conditions Work around caustic and acid cleaning chemicals with appropriate PPE Occasional confined-space work (tank entry) with proper procedures and training Schedule, Pay & Benefits Full-time, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

• a real weekday schedule, rare in this industry Occasional schedule adjustment for production demands, but no regular nights or weekends $50,000
• $70,000 per year, depending on experience. Lab, maintenance, and equipment repair skills move you up the range. Health and dental insurance Two weeks of paid time off per year, with your first week available at 90 days Performance bonuses
• cash and stock options Forklift certification and other training provided Locally owned and operated
• decisions get made here, not at a corporate office in another state How to Apply Apply through Indeed with your resume.

We're especially interested in the equipment and processes you've worked with, your level of cellar and brewing experience, and any mechanical, maintenance, or laboratory experience you bring. ABV Technology is an equal opportunity employer. We value a workplace where people with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can do great work together.

Pay:

$50,000.00

• $70,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off

Work Location:

In person