Location: Main Location

Department: Transportation

Reports To: Logistics Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt/Mileage

Position Summary

Abita Brewing Company’s Truck Driver is responsible for the delivery and return of product and supplies, safe driving while abiding by DOT regulations, delivery and pickup of product on schedule, logging delivery and pickups, and cleanliness and maintenance of tractor and trailer.  This position will follow standard work methods and practice safe work habits.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Operate a tractor and trailer in a safe and orderly manner

• Responsible for the maintenance and cleanliness of tractor and trailer

• Responsible for scheduling route and appointment times and keeping on schedule

• Safe Driving

• Abiding and keeping up with Federal DOT Regulations

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations. 

• Flexible to work a rotating schedules as business needs arise (typical work week = 40 hours and/or 5 Over the Road Days)  

• Position requires sitting for long periods of time while operating the truck, bending, stooping, twisting, and lifting products and materials weighing up to 40 pounds

• Routine pushing, pulling, reaching, upper body and arm rotation, arm extension, and climbing ladders

• Exposure to various temperature changes

• Able to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (ear plugs, gloves, boots, etc.)

Supervision of Others

This position does not require any management responsibilities.

Education/Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED 

• Truck experience required, ability to pass truck driving skills test

• Must have a valid CDL and the ability to pass the DOT physical

• Basic knowledge of electronic driving logs

• Knowledge of safe work operations, safety policies and procedures

• Attention to details, ability to recognize when there is a problem

• Love, appreciation and knowledge of beer, including a familiarity with the craft brewing industry and with beer styles

• Must be eligible to work in the United States

Location: Corporate Office

Department: Maintenance

Reports To: Maintenance Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Summary

The Abita Brewing Company Facilities Maintenance Tech position is responsible for performing all preventative, routine and general maintenance of the organization in repair of buildings, facilities and equipment along with the upkeep of commonly used spaces in buildings. It requires strong self-motivation and problem solving, physical stamina, and to be mechanically inclined to understand, diagnose and perform basic repairs.  

This position requires a high degree of flexibility for shifts outside of normal business hours including early in the morning or late at night.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Performs building electrical maintenance to include, but not be limited to, replacement or repair of fixtures (e.g. wall switches and outlets, incandescent and fluorescent bulbs and tubes, sockets, cords, etc.) using appropriate hand, power and specialty tools.

• Performs installation of new building receptacle and lighting circuits.

• Performs building plumbing maintenance (e.g. replacement or repair of leaks in drains and faucets unclogging of drains, replacing drain hoses, toilets, etc.). Includes installation of new plumbing fixtures. 

• Performs routine building HVAC troubleshooting and maintenance. Works with scheduled contractors for more advanced troubleshooting, repairs and preventive maintenance.

• Performs routine flooring, wall and ceiling repairs and installation.

• Assists the department by meeting with scheduled contractors for building services, installations, repairs and proposed quotes. 

• Works with the Supply and Parts Coordinator to maintain supply inventories for consumables such as light bulbs, receptacles and other building related materials.

• Performs routine maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs to landscape plumbing, lighting and equipment.

• Support Marketing and Retail with onsite events including setup/takedown of electrical string lights, garbage cans, seating arrangements and running temporary power cords.

• Evaluate current processes and make recommendations for safety and efficiency gains as part of continuous improvement.

• Support other departments as needed and directed with regards to manpower.

• Performs all other tasks, as directed.

Working Conditions

This position is performed both inside and outside, periodically including working in weather conditions that include excessive heat and cold as well as wet conditions with moderate noise.

Physical Requirements

The working environment and physical demands described here are representative, but not necessarily all-inclusive, of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.

• Be able to work in the presence of odors typical of brewing operations without allergic reactions or nausea.

• Ability to document work using Maximo, and work with Maintenance Planners for urgent work requests.

• May be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, or toxic and caustic chemicals.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

• Position requires standing for long periods of time (8 to 10 hours), bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, reaching, upper body and arm rotation, arm extension, twisting, 

• Able to lift products and materials weighing up to 50 pounds and pulling up to 70 pounds.

• Able to work from heights and operate powered industrial equipment.

• Able to wear the required Personal Protective Equipment (ear plugs, gloves, boots, etc.).

• Ability to meet deadlines and complete tasks in a designated timeframe with attention to detail. 

• Have good oral and written communication skills. 

• Be an effective team member and display initiative.

• Ability to safely use basic hand-held and power tools such as hand and power tools, pressure washer, etc. and ensure they are in good working conditions. 

• Ability to be a self-starter and work independently using a Maximo driven Work Order schedule. Works without direct supervision.

Education/Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED. 

• Forklift / Man lift Operator experience desired

• Possess good oral and written communication skills for dealing with diverse guests. 

• Must be 21 years of age.

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

• Must be eligible to work in the United States

Location: Corporate Office

Department: Quality

Reports To: QA Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Hours:                    9pm - 5am

Position Summary

The Quality Assurance Technician serves as support for the Brewing and Packaging departments by testing and analyzing samples from the beginning to the end of the beer production process. The Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for sampling products, conducting laboratory testing, and analyzing data to ensure the product remains in specification.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

· Packaged product: ensure desired specifications for label adhesion and placement, correct crown color, date coding, fill heights, dissolved oxygen, carbon dioxide, pH, microbiological plating, can seam inspections, and chemical analysis via Anton Paar Analysis System.

· Sensory analysis: taste product to ensure product consistently matches the desired flavor profile. Assist in conducting group sensory analysis program.

· Wort analysis: ensure consistency between brews by microbiological plating, chemical analysis, international bitterness units, and color.

· Fermentation analysis: Take daily samples from fermenting and aging brews to test for temperature, pH and gravities. When applicable prepare samples and test them using Gas Chromatography.

· Temperatures & Gravities: Take daily fermentation and again samples from BH tanks, conduct

· Bright beer: ensure consistency between brews by tasting, microbiological plating, chemical analysis, international bitterness units, pH and color.

· Adhere precisely to QA procedures and specifications. Notify QA Manager of product non-conformance and place product on hold until disposition can be determined.

· Maintain sanitation and calibrate laboratory instrumentation.

· Collect samples properly for laboratory testing and retention.

· Enter data into Excel files and Vicinity software databases accurately.

· Utilize excellent multi-tasking and problem-solving skills.

· Perform additional duties as assigned by QA Manager.

· Comply with Employee Handbook policies and safety requirements.

· Correct safety hazards or notify Safety Manager when hazards or unsafe conditions are identified.

· Adhere to Brewery GMP practices and HACCP plan.

· Ability to work independently with little supervision.

· Keep work areas clean and organized by picking up scrap trash/debris and removing all waste from lab daily.

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.

· Hours may vary if emergencies arise (typical workweek = 40 hours).

· Ability to work outside their regular scheduled hours, to be available for emergency and/or prearranged work.

· Ability to perform duties involving prolonged standing, sitting, crouching and/or stooping.

· Ability to push, pull, and position tools, equipment, and structural material weighing in excess of 65 pounds.

· The ability to work near moving parts and machinery.

· Ability to work on smooth or uneven surfaces and under varying climatic conditions including exposure to seasonal heat and cold and/or adverse weather conditions

· Close vision, distance vision peripheral vision, depth perception, the ability to adjust focus and the ability to see color; either with or without accommodation.

Education/Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job effectively. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Degree in Microbiology, Chemistry, Biology or Biochemistry preferred and/or relevant lab experience.

· Extensive experience and understanding of aseptic packaging procedures, cleaning and sanitation, preventive maintenance, brewing microbiology and microscopy, record keeping and data analysis.

· Knowledge of computers (Word, Excel, Outlook).

· Positive attitude with an ongoing sense of urgency.

· Ability to understand and execute against deadlines.

· Excellent time management skills.

· Exceptional written and verbal communication and organizational skills.

· Must be at least 21 years of age and eligible to work in the United States.

Location:         Main Location

Department: Maintenance

Reports To:         Maintenance Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

2nd shift:               2pm - 10pm

3rd shift:                10pm - 6am

Position Summary

The Maintenance Specialist is responsible for preventative maintenance and emergency repairs for all of the packaging and brewing equipment within the facility. The Maintenance Specialist must have electrical controls background. The Maintenance Specialist will ensure safety and production schedules are met.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Quickly diagnose the source of failures and make emergency repairs to all mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and electronic systems as needed to return them to service and minimize production downtime.

• Assist production staff in performing their duties through direction, training, and assistance.

• Assist production operations in setting up equipment and making running adjustments to maintain maximum efficiency. Including annually auditing assigned equipment to improve or develop PM’s, troubleshooting guides, and standard operating procedures.

• Maintain a clean and orderly work area, returning tools, equipment, and supplies to the appropriate storage areas after each assignment.

• Responsible for performing preventative maintenance on all equipment.

• Propose and modify maintenance schedule according to our particular use of the equipment.

• Observe equipment in operation to prevent/diagnose potential problems.

• Dismantle devices to gain access to and remove, repair and replace defective parts.

• Identify, suggest, propose, and discuss solutions to equipment and facility issues with management.

• Develop and maintain maintenance logs on all equipment.

• Order stock parts services for proper and prompt repairs.

• Work with Contractors for repair, maintenance, and installation jobs.

• Troubleshoot PLC's, Controls, Motors, Medium Voltage Equipment.

• Work with a high degree of autonomy and minimal supervision to support production priorities.

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.

• Hours may vary if emergencies arise (typical workweek = 45 hours).

• Ability to perform all functions of the Maintenance Department.

• Position requires sitting, standing, bending, stooping, twisting, and lifting products and supplies weighing 85 pounds and repetitive hand and wrist motion.

• Potential exposure to noise in excess of 85 decibels, caustic, acid, hot equipment, mechanical hazards, heat, and cold.

• Work with office equipment such as computers, phones, fax machines, and copiers.

Education/Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job effectively.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must have an Electrical / Mechanical background experience setting up and servicing packaging equipment, as well as basic electrical and mechanical troubleshooting.

• Proper use and understanding of PPE.

• The ability to read and interpret manuals, schematics, and blueprints.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.

• The ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

• The ability to operate a forklift.

• Must be at least 21 years of age and eligible to work in the United States.

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The Abita Brewing Company reserves the right to revise and alter this job description as needed.

Location: Main Location

Department: Packaging

Reports To: Packaging Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Summary

The Packaging Operator performs all tasks involved in the packaging of products.  This includes machine operation, inspection, light maintenance and packing.  This position will follow standard work methods and practice safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Observe machine operations to ensure quality and conformity of packaged products to standards.

• Troubleshoot machinery during operation.

• Adjust machine components according to product.

• Assist with changeovers at the packer.

• Complete operator reports for tracking production; code checks, taste test, completes code check reports, down time reports, and other required reporting.

• Stock and sort product for packaging, replenish packaging supplies, such as wraps, cartons, glue, ink or labels.

• Clean around perimeter of machine, its infeed area and discharge area, including inkjet coders.

• Assist with hand-packing and rework as needed.

• Remove finished packaged items from machine and separate rejected beer cases according to direction.

• Stop or reset packaging machine when malfunctions occur, troubleshooting and diagnosis.

• Performs product changeover. 

• Verifies the correct product and date codes are entered into the coder and are accurately printed on the product.

• Cross train with the Operators to fill in when needed.

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations. 

• Flexible to working a rotating schedules as business needs arise (typical work week = 45 hours).  

• Position requires standing for long periods of time (up to 12 hours), bending, stooping, twisting, and lifting products and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.

• Constantly stooping under conveyors and in and around the equipment.

• Routine pushing, pulling, reaching, upper body and arm rotation, arm extension, and climbing ladders.

• Very high noise levels in/around bottling line (ear protection required).

• Exposure to various temperature changes.

• Able to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (ear plugs, gloves, boots, etc.).

Supervision of Others

This position does not require any management responsibilities.

Education/Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED. 

• Basic knowledge of computers.

• Knowledge of safe work operations, safety policies and procedures.

• Attention to details, ability to recognize when there is a problem.

• Love, appreciation and knowledge of beer, including a familiarity with the craft brewing industry and with beer styles.

• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

The Abita Brewing Company reserves the right to revise and alter this job description as needed.