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Employment

bartenders & tour guides
The Heavy Seas Taproom is always accepting resumes for bartenders and tour guides. While we may not always be hiring, we are continually growing our Taproom, which requires more enthusiastic beer lovers to help us with our mission. Bartenders must be available afternoons, evenings and weekends, with Saturday and Sunday shifts required. Tour guides must be available on weekends. Knowledge and passion for craft beer preferred.

To Apply
interested, please email your resume to taproom.resumes@hsbeer.com, subject line "Bartender" or "Tour Guide".
​No phone calls or walk-ins, please.
Brewer
Reports To:
Brewing Team Leader, Brewmaster/Operations Manager

About Us
Here at Heavy Seas, quality is the highest priority in every one of our endeavors. All of our beers are subjected to rigorous analysis to ensure their integrity.  Today, Heavy Seas produces 18 different beer styles and distributes in 17 states. Heavy Seas has become one of the most respected and award winning craft breweries on the East Coast.

Job Summary
Heavy Seas Beer is a small business, and our brewers are involved in many aspects of the company including brewing, filtering, cleaning and lab work, as well as brewer events and other promotions. We are currently seeking an experienced brewer with 1-3 years of brewing experience.


General Accountabilities
Including, but not limited to:

  • Tank cleaning
  • ​Wort Production
  • Separation/Filtration
  • Dry-hopping
  • Cask building
  • Tank fining
  • Raw material inventory
  • Maintain company quality standards
  • Maintain brewery equipment.
  • The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.
  • Work a variety of shifts on a rotating basis (first, second, third).

Credentials and Experience

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in food science, biotechnology, process engineering, organic chemistry, or another related field
  • Experience: 1-3 years of related experience
  • Brewing specific education preferred

Skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Proficient knowledge of equipment used to prepare beer
  • High energy level and an attention to details
  • Optimistic, positive attitude
  • Ability to work as a part of a large team
  • Manual dexterity

Physical Conditions
Ability to handle different kinds of equipment like hoses, brewing vessels, carbonating machines and packaging machinery. Capacity to lift heavy sacks up to 55 lbs., maneuver 175 lbs., drag heavy hoses and perform other physically demanding duties.


Working Conditions
The work environment can be cold, wet, hot and noisy and may require work in enclosed spaces like brewing vessels and tanks.

 Heavy Seas offers a fun working environment with opportunities for advancement. We offer great benefits as well as paid time off. Land Your Dream Job! Come work for Heavy Seas! What are you waiting for?
 Please send all resumes to resumes@hsbeer.com with the subject line “Brewer”. No phone calls please!!


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​QA/QC Lab Technician
About us
Here at Heavy Seas, quality is the highest priority in every one of our endeavors. All of our
beers are subjected to rigorous analysis to ensure their integrity.  Today, Heavy Seas
produces over 25 different products each year and distributes in 19 states. Heavy Seas has
become one of the most respected and award winning craft breweries on the East Coast.
 
Job Summary
The QA/QC Lab Technician will be responsible for helping with tasks to execute quality
standards.  He/she will work under the supervision of the QA/QC Team Leader to perform day-
to-day analytical testing and quality checks to support the efficiency of the department.   Duties
may vary as necessary.
 
Position Requirements
Including, but not limited to:
  • Daily sample collection including aseptic sampling for microbiological analysis
  •  Chemical and physical analysis of in-process and finished product, including ABV, Extract, pH, BU, Color, VDK
  •  Package quality control, including dissolved O2, carbonation, fill level, crown crimp, can seam integrity, keg testing, and other packaging standards 
  • Sensory sample collection and participation in daily sensory panel organization
  • Sensory analysis of off flavors in beer
  • Communicating with brewery personnel and management regarding quality issues
  • Daily data entry and maintenance of QC spreadsheets including record keeping, trending, and data analysis
  • Performing PCR analysis and interpreting results
  • Performing and interpreting transmitted light microscopy of yeast and other samples
  • Preparing microbiological media, executing microbiological assays and interpreting the results
  • Assist with the maintenance of laboratory equipment
  • Assist with maintaining a professional and clean lab
  • Work on ad hoc projects as needed on behalf of the quality department

Education and Experience
  • Education: Bachelor’s Degree in the biological or physical sciences
  • Experience: Prior laboratory experience beyond classroom instruction and an understanding of brewing, beer production and beer packaging would be an asset
 
Skills
  • Organized approach to time management
  • Attention to detail with the ability to generate results that are accurate and precise
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Proficiency with Google Sheets and Google Drive
  • Optimistic, self-motivated, positive attitude
  • Ability to work as a part of a team
  • Ability to take initiative, act promptly and be proactive
  • Appreciation of quality beer!
 
Physical/Working Conditions
  • Ability to lift up to 50lbs
  • Ability to sit at a desk for extended periods of time, as well as the ability to stand, move with agility and climb ladders
  • Work environment has a moderate to loud noise level (machinery noise typically found in a manufacturing and packaging work space)
  • Work environment can include areas that are wet and non-temperature controlled
  • Personal protective equipment, including nitrile gloves, safety glasses, safety toe footwear and face covering
  • Adherence to safety procedures
 
Heavy Seas offers a fun working environment with opportunities for advancement. We offer
great benefits as well as paid time off. Land Your Dream Job! Come work for Heavy Seas! What
are you waiting for? 
 
Please send resume and cover letter to resumes@hsbeer.com with the subject line “QA/QC Lab
Technician”.
Territory manager for western, southern maryland & delaware markets
Heavy Seas Beer is looking for an experienced Territory Manager for the Western, Southern Maryland, and Delaware markets to grow    volume, revenue, and awareness of the Heavy Seas brand.
 
Reporting to the Director of Sales, the Territory Manager will be responsible for the sales and distribution of products for the Heavy Seas portfolio with our Southern Maryland, Western Maryland, and Delaware distributors.
 
This position will also assist with executing national and regional chain accounts where Heavy Seas is distributed. The ideal candidate will be responsible for build and leverage relationships to increase sales, distribution, market share, and brand awareness in assigned accounts and the distributor territory.
 
Responsibilities Include:
 
Distributor Management

·    Work directly with distributor management to promote brands and implement programming to drive revenue and gross profit.
·    Monitor distributor inventory and shipments weekly.
·    Manages and communicates shared strategies, including pricing strategies, brand strategies, and go-to-market strategies.
·    Conducts quarterly planning meetings with distributor partners to set goals for market execution.
·    Build relationships with distributors by working the trade with key distributor personnel.
 
Retailer Management

·    Maintain regular call frequency with assigned accounts.
·    Conducts regular sales calls with customers and establish relationships within a targeted list of accounts to grow the business.
·    Regularly survey accounts to ensure accurate pricing, merchandising, and inventory control.
·    Attend any key trade shows or events to help drive community involvement with our distributor partners.
 
Skills / Experience:

·    Bachelor’s degree required.
·    Adheres to the ethical sales culture of Heavy Seas Brewery
·    Strong alignment to company culture and values. Personality fit with the Heavy Seas crew is critical.
·    Strong knowledge of the three-tier alcoholic beverage distribution system, including full understanding of promotional legalities. 
·    Ability to collaborate with distributors and fellow Heavy Seas employees.
·    High tolerance for multi-tasking and ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced executional environment.
·    Must be self-motivated with a passion to win.
·    Experience in customer service (either internal or external), strong project management skills, attention to detail, sense of urgency and personal accountability.
·    Proficient in Microsoft Office and the capability to learn VIP.
·    Travel required throughout Maryland and Delaware geography, approximately 50-60% of the time.
·    Occasional nights and weekends will be required.
·    Must live within the territory’s footprint.
 
Physical Conditions:
·    Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
·    Ability to stay seated at a desk for extended periods of time, as well as ability to stand and move around for extended periods of time.
·    Work environment has a moderate to loud noise level (moderate noise – office with printers and computers; loud noise – factory or manufacturing space)
 
Compensation:
·    Compensation based on experience.
·    Health insurance, as well as dental and vision, available
·    401k with company match; vesting after 3 years.
·    Car and phone allowance
 
To Apply
Please send all resumes to resumes@hsbeer.com with the subject line “Territory Manager”. No phone calls or walk-ins, please.



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