Job Description

ABOUT ODELL BREWING

Since 1989, the culture of family and collaboration has thrived, fostering a brewery full of beer-centric people. It is this passion for excellence that inspires Odell Brewing to create quality, hand-crafted and innovative brews. Odell Brewing is committed to providing exceptional service to its customers while making positive contributions to their co-workers and community through its outreach and charitable giving programs. In 2015, Odell sold the majority of the company to its co-workers (now co-owners) in a combined management buyout and Employee Stock Ownership Program.

Our collective leadership and independence empower us to build a culture of ownership where we contribute, educate, and innovate, while keeping Colorado at our core. Always Better.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Laboratory Technician will perform the day to day operations of the Laboratory Team Shift Duties for craft beer and wine production, with supervision and direction of the quality manager. Includes multiple tiers (Technician I, II, III, and senior lab technician) based on experience and merit.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Creates, cultivates, and supports a safe and inclusive environment for co-workers, customers, and the community.

• Technician I includes

  • Functional Competency in Core Lab Functions as outlined in SOPs. Including, but not limited to:

    • Microbiology (ie: Traditional Methods, PCR)

    • Analytical chemistry (ie: Spectrophotometry, Titration, Liquid-Liquid Extraction)

    • Yeast propagation and management

    • Taste panel and sensory experiments

    • Instrument and laboratory maintenance

  • Data collection and analysis of in-process beer

  • Effectively communicate lab results to the production team

  • Application of the Scientific Method to assist in achieving production goals

  • Ability to learn and support beer production

• Technician II includes all of the above, in addition to:

  • Experimental design and project management

  • Subject matter expert in at least one laboratory function

• Technician III includes all of the above, in addition to:

  • Training and process improvement

  • Leadership opportunities

• Senior Lab Technician includes all of the above, in addition to: 

  • Maintains training and SOP management

Note: This description is not meant to be all-inclusive and may require completing other duties not listed in this document.

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS REQUIRED

1. Has professional lab experience with microbiological assays, analytical instrumentation, and statistical process control

2. Exceptional communication, critical thinking, and organizational skills

3. Self-motivated with an interest in learning, process improvement, and applied science

4. At least 21 years old

5. Passion for ensuring quality through science

6. Ability to adhere to a rotating shift schedule with potential for weekend work

7. Computer competency (Office, Google Drive, SAP; etc)

8. Other duties as assigned by the quality manager

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

1. Ability to work long hours on your feet

2. Ability to lift up to 55 lbs and move up to 160 lbs

3. Ability to work in a hot, wet, and loud environment

4. Ability to crouch, bend, lift, climb stairs, and reach 

5. The ability to remain focused and level-headed under demanding situations

Note: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

COMPENSATION 

Wage information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is Odell’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, or other position-related reasons.

Hourly Rate Range:

Range of $22.00 - $30.00 hr

Benefits Include:

• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• 401k plan
• Health, dental, life insurance & long-term disability insurance
• Weekly beer or wine allotment
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Parental pay
• Co-worker Assistance Program (EAP)

Equal Opportunity Employer – Odell Brewing Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.