Quality Assurance CO-OP

We are currently hiring a Quality Assurance Laboratory Co-Op at our Samuel Adams Brewery in Breinigsville, PA. This position is from July- December 2024.

The QA Laboratory Co-op at the Breinigsville, PA Brewery is an opportunity to learn about the beer making process and quality assurance. You will also develop laboratory management and time management skills. The position reports to the Assistant Quality Manager and it entails analytical and microbiological analysis of wort and beer from the brew house through packaging.

You will learn how to operate and troubleshoot lab equipment along with how to identify microbial growth on plates. Additionally, you will be working closely with the Quality team to schedule testing and go about your daily tasks.

What You'll Brew:

• Cell counts and fermentation tracking
• Perform scheduled microbiological analysis
• Record daily analysis results in QA databases
• Maintain overall cleanliness and sanitation of lab
• Participate in team meetings and communicate regularly with the brewing team
• Shipping and receiving lab samples / package
• Time management and organizational skills are essential.
• Ability to lift at least 35 lbs.
• Ability to be on your feet and in motion for a majority of the day

What Ingredients You'll Bring:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be a student currently enrolled studying Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Chemical Engineering, or brewing program.
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Sterile plate technique a plus
• Ability to work in a flexible and changing schedule
• Writes clearly and effectively, document activities and presents ideas
• Professional attitude and demeanor & Follows up on commitments
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to be attentive to all aspects of the manufacturing environment while working
• Must not require sponsorship to work in the United States, now or in the future

Preferred Qualifications:

Home brewing or other progress towards brewing experience a plus

Some Perks:

When candidates join Boston Beer's Early Talent Program, Brew Your Future, our early talent coworkers are empowered with impactful projects and learning sessions that contribute to real business outcomes, in addition to an inclusive, welcoming experience. There are many employee resource groups they can join and development training programs they can participate in. Our Early Talent program is made up of hands-on training in the office and at its breweries. Interns and Co-ops have the chance to meet with leaders at weekly lunch and learns to give them more insight into different parts of the business as well as skill building sessions. Each co-op and intern are encouraged to have weekly 1-on-1 check-ins with their manager to ensure their goals are aligned, and they are on the path to be successful at their time with Boston Beer. They are also required to do a final presentation that they present to the business leaders at the end of each cohort to demonstrate what they have learned.

Boston Beer Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to help ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who wish to request accommodation in the job application process can contact jobs@bostonbeer.com for assistance.