Careers

Brewer

About us:

Reuben’s Brews is a family brewery that opened in 2012. We brew from the glass backwards: designing each beer with intention, unbound by constraints. We know making the extra effort is worth it.

We are the most decorated brewery in Washington, have three brewhouses with two tasting rooms, and we distribute our beer predominantly in the Pacific Northwest. In 2021, we brewed 25,000 BBLs.

Position Summary:

Reuben’s has grown significantly over the last few years, presenting the need to grow our team. This role will report to our Head Brewer, and the successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in operating all aspects of wort and beer production, including brewing, cellaring, and packaging. Training will be provided for all aspects of the position. 1-2 years of production brewery experience preferred. Additionally, the successful applicant will be a member of the brewery operations team and work closely with the other brewing and packaging team members.

The Role:

Duties will include, but aren’t necessarily limited to the following.

• Conducting all production tasks from grain to glass;
• Accurately recording data;
• Focusing on raw material handling, wort production, cellar movement, dry hopping, yeast harvesting, beer finishing, and SIP/CIP of hot and cold side equipment;
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment for themselves and others;
• Basic troubleshooting of equipment and process and basic maintenance;
• Training production staff as needed;
• Helping out throughout all aspects of production when needed.

Requirements:

A passion for the beer industry, including a strong knowledge of Reuben’s

A Glass Backwards mentality—taking unique, solution focused approaches to problems

A proven track record of Inspired Action—infectiously enthusiastic and can-do attitude, a thirst to learn, to teach others, and an obsessive commitment to our brewery’s success is an absolute must

A focus on Pouring Delight for both internal and external customers

A drive for Success as One Team—a team focused approach to achieve results

Physical demands include but are not limited to: Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, climb ladders, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; Often lift or move full 1/2BBL kegs (60–160 pounds).

Our team is the heart of Reuben’s Brews. We therefore offer competitive salary and benefits, career development opportunities, and the chance to help us craft a wonderful future.

All offers are also now contingent upon COVID-19 vaccination. We have determined that requiring vaccines for all staff is the best way for us to help protect your safety and the safety of our communities. Candidates seeking employment with Reuben’s will be required to: (1) be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and its variants by their start date unless a medical or religious exemption has been approved and a reasonable accommodation has been granted; and (2) submit proof of vaccination prior to their start date. The preceding is a condition of employment with Reuben’s Brews.

To apply, send your resume, along with an explanation of why you want to work for Reuben’s Brews and why you would be a great fit to careers@reubensbrews.com. Cheers!

COO / Integrator

Are you a people-focused leader who takes a big-picture approach to getting things done, bringing teams together, and achieving expectations? Do you foster an environment of respect by listening to others and leading by example? Do you own your decisions, have an eye for small details, and come up with unique solutions to challenges? If you value collaboration and mentorship, inspire others, and focus on the needs of the people within your organization, then we want to talk to you!

Our ideal COO / Integrator is:

• Strategic – You are a process-oriented leader who understands systems and automation and is passionate about constant improvement. Despite the strength of your analytical mind, you feel much more comfortable creatively solving problems rather than arguing the issues.
• Committed – You have incredible follow-through and never pass the buck. You are intrinsically driven by the success of the organization and the people in it, want to participate and give back, and know that the extra effort that shows you care is what differentiates us.
• Diplomatic – You know how to bring departments together and create cohesion. You want to have consensus, and know how to build it, but don’t have to have it to make tough decisions.
• Humble – You see yourself as a coach and a player and are never a self-promoter. You are ethically driven with a strong moral code and want to win the right way.
• Trustworthy – Your reports and leaders can talk to you about everything, and you build respectful relationships that make people want to follow your guidance. You feel just as savvy jumping into fixing things in the moment as you do helping create a plan for the future.

Our culture values extremely competent leaders who own financial results and understand which levers to pull to achieve success. We’re looking for someone with business acumen who wants to help others by sharing their knowledge. We are founded on a belief of open communication, and always try to allow others to make their case and create space for multiple perspectives. Creativity in all things and a positive attitude are at the heart of what we do, and we are looking for someone to roll up their sleeves and join us on the journey.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The job responsibilities of this COO / Integrator include, but are not limited to:

Leadership, Management and Accountability for the Organization as a Whole

• Owns all financial results for the company as a whole
• Oversee Culture & Education, Marketing, Wholesale Sales, Production Operations, Retail Operations, and Finance departments
• Coordinate and facilitate communication and interactions across and between departments
• Manage the yearly business plan – Accountable for the P&L (financial results including capital spends and working capital)
• Translate and define the Co-founder’s ideas – Create the strategy for implementation

Ownership of Operations

• Accountable for day-to-day operations
• Complete special projects when needed
• Remove barriers and obstacles for department leads

Support the Team in Every Way Possible

• Provide coaching and mentoring for the team
• Identify areas of opportunity to improve efficiencies across the organization
• Evaluate existing structures and develop appropriate organizational structures to scale for growth

Strategic Relationships

• Regularly participate in Same Page meetings with the Co-founders – ensure a strong relationship and alignment
• Facilitate weekly senior leadership meetings, one on ones, and quarterly planning meetings
• Act as a brand ambassador at all times
• Network and build strategic relationships within the industry and build brand recognition and affinity

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• 5+ years leadership experience including sales and operations management
• 3+ years’ experience and ownership of all financial results
• 4-year degree or relevant work experience
  Preferred
• 10+ years leadership experience including sales and operations management
• Experience leading multiple departments simultaneously
• Experience having overall financial responsibility
• Experience leading a company with less than 75 employees
• CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods) industry experience
• MBA or similar

Desired

• Craft beer industry experience in a brewery producing over 20,000 barrels
• An understanding of EOS

THE COMPANY

Reuben’s Brews is a family brewery that opened in 2012. We brew from the glass backwards: designing each beer with intention, unbound by constraints. We know making the extra effort is worth it. From your everyday favorites to our innovative new releases, we help grow your love of beer.

We are fortunate to have been recognized with a number of awards and medals in our 10 years, which is a testament to the hard work of our team and to our Glass Backwards approach to brewing a breadth of beers. We have three brewhouses and multiple tasting rooms, and we distribute our beer predominantly in the Pacific Northwest. In 2021 we brewed almost 25,000
barrels, growing in a difficult year. We are committed to growing our community as well as the brewery and started the Reuben’s Brews Foundation, as well as other charitable causes, to support diversity and inclusion.

WHY Reuben’s Brews?

Reuben’s Brews stands out because of our culture and core values:

• Pouring Delight
  • Put the customer first above all else
  • Look for ways to create delight for those around you (customers,
    coworkers, partners)
  • Show courtesy and grace to everyone in every interaction
• Glass Backwards
  • Innovation is at the heart of our brewery
  • Intentionally focus on the end result and what will make for a stronger tomorrow
  • Think creatively, share ideas, try new things, and take smart risks in the pursuit of Beer Unbound
• Success as One Team
  • Own it together — we can only succeed when we work together as one team
  • Look out for each other
  • Communicate directly, openly, and honestly
• Inspired Action
  • Move fast, with intention
  • Proactively look for ways you can contribute
  • Seek individual growth and improvement in service of making the team stronger
  • Practice fervent follow through on all commitments

With Reuben’s Brews you will find:

• The opportunity to join an industry-leading craft brewery and help shape the future of craft beer in the Pacific Northwest
• The opportunity to create Beer Unbound: cerebral, intentional, and thoughtful in approach
• The opportunity to be an essential part of a family run brewery demonstrating focus on inclusion and diversity through action – leading the way for change
• Fantastic benefits like employer paid health insurance
• Support for your own professional and personal development
• Generous beer allowance (of course!)

Come and join a passionate, committed, and established team who are continuously working to make beer better!

Salary: Market Value

Benefits:
 Bonus Program
 Health and dental insurance
 401K with company match
 Paid vacation, sick and safe time, and holidays
 Training and education allowance

To apply, please follow this link.