QA Technician

Alaskan Brewing Company is searching for a QA Technician to join the Brew Crew!

Position: QA Technician 

Hours: Full-time, hourly, non-exempt position.  Overtime may be required.

Starting Salary: $60,000 minimum DOE

Benefits:Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Employee Stock Ownership, Life Insurance, AD&D, Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Plan, Group Rate Pet Insurance, and more!

Apply At:  alaskanbeer.com/careers

Contact:jobs@alaskanbeer.com

A Little About Us:

Alaskan Brewing Company is an award-winning craft brewery located in Juneau, Alaska. At Alaskan Brewing, our vision is to be a leader in the Craft Brewing Industry, focused on quality, community, and innovation. Alaskan Brewing Company remains locally owned and operated with the same core group of original investors, plus employee-investors and an employee stock ownership plan. Our core values are ethical, excellence, rooted in Alaska; with a continuing priority of making our workplace safe, fun, challenging, innovative and environmentally proactive. 

The Position:

Alaskan Brewing Company is searching for a QA Analyst to ensure consistent production of craft beverages.  This position works in a collaborative environment with all areas of production to support the quality of all Alaskan Brewing products.  Job duties include but are not limited to the following:                                                                                                                   

• Performs quantitative tests and statistical analysis including pH, diacetyl, color, bitterness, alcohol content, etc.
• Performs physical and quantitative tests and statistical analysis on packaged products including fill heights, can seams, bottle crimps, liquid airs, etc.
• Performs microbiological sampling, employing both traditional plating methods and molecular PCR techniques on yeast, wort, beer and other Alaskan Brewing products.
• Proctors and participates in product sensory panels and performs statistical analysis on results.
• Creates Process Control reports for quantitative brewery, packaging, and sensory data and presents reports and recommendations to facility stakeholders.
• Inspects raw ingredients and materials to assure QA specifications are met including, hops, malt, glass, cans, boxes, etc.
• Works with production teams on sanitation and preventive measures to ensure hygienic environments.
• Responsible for critical thinking, problem solving and process improvement in QA and other production areas.
• Maintains lab cleanliness, instrument maintenance, and lab supply inventories.
• Educates employees on quality initiatives and processes in various production areas.
• Assists with projects and research as assigned.
• Promotes a team environment where participation, commitment, initiative, flexibility, and performance are valued and demonstrated.
• Assists brewing department in tank cleaning, dry hopping, and R&D brewing based on department needs.
• Assists packaging department in running various packaging lines based on department needs.
• May work in other areas of the brewery based on business needs.

Reporting to the Quality Assurance Manager, this person works as a part of the Production team. Physical Requirements and Special skills and knowledge needed to be successful in this position include:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related scientific field required. Experience may be accepted in lieu of educational requirements.
• Laboratory experience including bench chemistry, aseptic technique, and scientific methodology preferred.
• Ability to comprehend the theory and practice of brewing and fermentation.
• Proven capability working in a team environment. 
• Excellent organizational and communication skills. 
• Working knowledge of quality assurance systems (i.e., HACCP), process controls, and compliance measures preferred.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills required. 
• Strong working knowledge and experience in microcomputer systems including spreadsheets, databases, word processing and statistical software packages. 
• Willingness to learn about Alaskan Brewing craft products.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. 
• Ability to maneuver pallets of beer weighing 2,100 lb using a pallet jack or forklift.
• Ability to stack 40 lb cases and lift kegs weighing up to 170 lbs.
• Ability to repetitively lift heavy objects, such as 60 lb bags of malt or filter agents.
• Ability to drive a forklift and handle heavy objects safely in a team environment.
• Ability to work in cold, wet conditions.

The Lifestyle:

Live. Life. Alaskan. The Alaskan Brew Crew have a passion for our beer, the outdoors, and living life Alaskan. We are hikers, bikers, wildlife watchers, boaters, anglers, photographers, skiers, snowboarders, rock-climbers, foragers, beach goers, dog-walkers and all-around enthusiasts who enjoy taking our brews on adventures. We are also cooks, musicians, artists, volunteers, and stewards of the land we live on, deeply rooted in our community.  Join the Alaskan Brew Crew and start to live life Alaskan.