Description
BREWER 1
Legion Brewing is hiring a Brewer 1 to join our production team. This is a hands-on role where you’ll support the brewing process from grain to glass—learning how great beer is made while contributing to a team that takes quality seriously.
What you’ll do:
Assist with brewing and cellaring tasks (milling, transfers, dry hopping, etc.)
Execute cleaning and sanitation (CIP) to strict standards
Support packaging and ensure beer is ready for release
Follow SOPs and help maintain consistent, high-quality production
This role requires a flexible schedule, including early mornings, occasional weekends, and physical production work.
At Legion, we don’t silo roles—our brewers are trained across the full process so the team can operate consistently and support each other. You’ll be expected to learn quickly, pay attention to detail, and take pride in doing things the right way.
If you’re reliable, coachable, and want to build a career in brewing, we’d like to meet you.
Pay: $19–$21/hour based on experience
Opportunities for pay growth tied to skill development and cross-training
Requirements
JOB DESCRIPTION – LEGION STANDARD
Role: Brewer I
1. Job Header
Job Title: Brewer I
Department / Location: Brewing Operations / Production Facility
Reports To: Lead Brewer (or Director of Brewing Operations if no Lead assigned)
Employment Type: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Schedule / Shift Expectations: Production schedule including early mornings, occasional evenings/weekends, and physical production work
Date Created / Last Revised: 03/24/2026
2. Role Summary
The Brewer I is an entry-to-developing production role responsible for learning and executing core brewing operations under supervision. This role supports all stages of the brewing process—from grain handling through packaging support—while building toward full grain-to-glass competency.
Success in this role means tasks are executed safely, consistently, and in accordance with SOPs, with steady progression toward independent operation. This role is critical to building Legion’s internal talent pipeline and ensuring a flexible, cross-trained brewing team.
3. Time & Mode Allocation (Estimated)
Brewing & cellar support: 35%
Cleaning & sanitation (CIP/SIP): 25%
Packaging support: 20%
Training & learning: 10%
Documentation/logs: 10%
Operationally: Brewer I is hands-on and learning-focused, rotating across functions to build full process understanding.
4. Key Responsibilities (Grouped)
Brewing & Cellar Support
Assist with brewhouse operations, including milling, mashing, and transfers
Support fermentation tasks such as dry hopping and tank management
Sanitation & Process Discipline
Execute CIP/SIP procedures following SOPs
Maintain strict cleanliness and safety standards
Packaging Support
Assist with transfers, staging, and packaging line support
Ensure beer is ready for packaging under supervision
Documentation & Quality Awareness
Complete production logs accurately
Perform basic quality checks and escalate issues
Cross-Training & Development
Train across all brewing functions (grain → glass)
Build competency toward independent operation
5. Core Values Behaviors (Enforceable)
Campfire Hospitality
What Great Looks Like:
Helps teammates without being asked
Communicates clearly during handoffs
Contributes to a positive team environment
What Misalignment Looks Like:
Avoids helping others
Poor communication impacting team flow
Interview Question:
“Tell me about a time you supported a team under pressure.”
Strong signals: team-first mindset
Red flags: individual focus
Craftsmanship
What Great Looks Like:
Follows SOPs carefully and consistently
Takes pride in doing tasks correctly
Maintains high sanitation standards
What Misalignment Looks Like:
Cuts corners or skips steps
Accepts “good enough” work
Interview Question:
“How do you make sure you’re doing a task correctly?”
Strong signals: attention to detail
Red flags: casual execution
Curiosity
What Great Looks Like:
Asks questions and seeks to understand the process
Learns new tasks quickly
Shows interest in brewing beyond assigned work
What Misalignment Looks Like:
Passive learning
Lack of initiative
Interview Question:
“What’s something new you’ve learned recently?”
Strong signals: learning mindset
Red flags: stagnation
Celebration
What Great Looks Like:
Recognizes team effort
Maintains positive energy during production
What Misalignment Looks Like:
Negative attitude
Ignores team contributions
Interview Question:
“How do you recognize a good day’s work?”
Strong signals: team awareness
Red flags: no recognition
Required Statement:
Consistent misalignment with Legion’s core values is grounds for coaching, performance improvement, and separation from employment.
6. What Success Looks Like (Performance Metrics)
Task completion accuracy — Daily — ≥ target
SOP adherence — Daily — 100%
Training progression — Monthly — ≥ target
CIP compliance — Daily — 100%
Documentation accuracy — Daily — 100%
7. Required Qualifications
0–2 years brewing or production experience
Ability to perform physical labor and follow SOPs
Strong work ethic and reliability
8. Preferred Qualifications
Exposure to brewing or food/beverage production
Mechanical aptitude
9. Knowledge, Skills & Behaviors
Technical:
Basic understanding of production processes (or willingness to learn)
Communication / Collaboration:
Team-oriented
Clear communication
Working Style / Traits:
Reliable
Coachable
Detail-oriented
10. Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
Standing for extended periods
Lifting 55+ lbs
Wet, hot, and noisy environment
11. Current-State vs Future-State Focus
Current-State:
Learn brewing operations
Build cross-functional capability
Future-State:
Progress to independent Brewer II
12. Org Chart Placement
Manager: Lead Brewer / Director of Brewing Ops
Peers: Brewers, Packaging Techs
Cross-Functional: QA, Ops
13. Role Competency Matrix
Competency
Description
Standard
Gold
Brewing Support
Assists operations
2
3
Cellaring
Performs basic tasks
2
3
Sanitation
Executes CIP
3
4
Packaging Support
Assists packaging
2
3
Process Discipline
Follows SOPs
3
4
Learning Agility
Develops skills
3
5
