Brewer

  • Winsearch
  • Jul 04, 2025
Full time Manufacturing

Job Description

Brewer

Location: Leeds

Hours: 35.5 per week (across 4 shifts + 1 additional shift block per month)

Salary: £26,700 £29,200 per annum

The Opportunity

A leading craft brewery in the North is seeking a passionate and detail-driven Brewer to join its production team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to an organisation that prides itself on quality, consistency, and innovation.

We're looking for someone with brewing experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is comfortable with shift work, and has a deep appreciation for craft beer and its community.

Shift Pattern

  • 4-on, 4-off rotation (alternating between early and late shifts)
    • Early: 5:00am 3:00pm
    • Late: 12:00pm 10:00pm
  • One additional shift block (5 shifts) per month, working opposite to your usual pattern
  • Includes evenings, weekends, and bank holidays

Key Responsibilities

  • Produce high-quality wort and execute cellar operations
    (dry-hopping, tank transfers, cleaning, centrifuging, etc.)
  • Follow production schedules to ensure timely beer releases
  • Maintain detailed logs and production records
  • Uphold hygiene, safety, and quality standards
  • Minimise waste and work efficiently
  • Actively participate in team meetings and continuous improvement efforts
  • Represent the company at events, where required
  • Stay informed on industry trends and legislative updates

About You

  • Minimum 1 year of brewing experience in a production setting
  • Comfortable with manual handling and physically demanding work
  • Able to work independently and within a close-knit team
  • Strong communicator with attention to detail
  • Adaptable and comfortable in a fast-changing environment
  • Shares values of fresh thinking, inclusivity, energy, humility, and community
  • Interest in continuous learning IBD certification is welcome but not essential

Additional Info

  • This role does not qualify for a Skilled Worker Visa
  • Perks include a range of benefits across wellbeing, learning, and social initiatives
  • You ll be joining during an exciting phase of growth and innovation

Winsearch acts as an employment agency for permanent staff. We recruit for roles based in Engineering & Manufacturing, Food & Drinks, Pharmaceutical, Supply Chain & Procurement and Professional Services.

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