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
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
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...)
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