Job Description

Position Summary

The Lab Technician is responsible to execute, under the supervision of the QC/QA Manager, all


functions regarding maintaining the brewery's quality control and quality assurance program,


including quality-related analyses, operations and laboratory equipment maintenance.

Reports to

QC/QA Manager / Head Brewer / Head of Brewery Operations

Role & Responsibilities

Run the daily microbiological sampling, analysis and organization of data in accordance with a


designated sampling plan


Oversee fermentation parameters from brewhouse knockout through filtration and packaging


(go/no-go on tank temp changes, spunding, yeast dropping, track all applicable data such as pH,


gravity, CO 2 vols and implement an action plan)


In charge of yeast management including harvest schedule, cell counts, viability counts, pitch


rate calculation


Run packaged product sampling and analysis including gas analysis, seam analysis,


microbiological analysis and total package quality checks


Follow established SOPs


Maintain weekly quality report


Maintain a neat and clean laboratory


Care, cleaning and maintenance of all laboratory equipment


Assist with other production functions and support as needed


Additional responsibilities as directed by the Head Brewer & Head of Brewery Operations


Credential & Experience


Degree in microbiology, chemistry or other related field


Experience - minimum 2 years as a lab technician in the brewing or food & beverage


manufacturing industry

Milestones

Short term: follow all procedures in place under the supervision of the QC/QA Manager


Medium term: work independently on daily tasks


Long term: ability to run the lab in the absence of the QC/QA Manager


Promotion


After 3 years, based on performance, eligible to Senior QC/QA Analyst position if the following


is met:


o Have proven the ability to maintain thorough reports, with accurate, precise and


reproducible data


o Have proven the ability to maintain the lab in a clean state at all time as well as


equipment


o Have proven the ability to train and manage other people


o Have proven the ability to take charge of the lab during the QC/QA Manager's


absence

Outfit

White Lab Coat


Safety Shoes


Other PPE (gloves, hair net...)

Requirements

Skills

Ability to multitask and work at a fast pace


Attention to detail and ability to produce accurate, precise and reproducible data


Good verbal and written communication


Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and Google


Optimistic, self-motivated, positive attitude


Ability to work as part of a team


Desire to take initiative, act promptly and be proactive


Passion for quality beer


Physical / Working Conditions


Ability to stay seated at a desk for extended periods of time, as well as ability to stand, move


around and climb ladders


Work environment has a moderate to loud noise level (moderate noise - office with printers and


computers; loud noise - factory or manufacturing space)


Work environment can include areas that are wet and non-temperature controlled


In-House Training


Training done by the QC/QA Manager on the following aspects:

o New procedures and analysis


o New equipment operation and maintenance


Microbiology / Biotechnology