Assistant Brewer Jobs
Assistant Brewer jobs are open across craft breweries, regional brewing operations, and taprooms, covering specializations in fermentation, quality control, and packaging, at every level from entry-level cellar hand to senior production roles. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Cheers to creating an incredible tomorrow!
At Molson Coors, we tackle big challenges and defy the status quo. With a proud legacy of excellence, an incredible portfolio of beer, seltzers, spirits, and non-alcohol brands, and a bold vision for our future... we’re on the path to transforming the beverage industry. That requires remarkable individuals who are curious, tenacious, and never afraid to fail forward.
We seek, value and respect everyone’s unique perspectives and experiences knowing that we are stronger together. We collaborate as a team and celebrate each other’s successes.
 
The Crafted Highlights
In the role ofAssociateR Pilot Brewer working inMilwaukee, WI, you will be part of the Research& Development and Innovation team at theMiller Valley Brewery. You will support new product development and the technical exploration of new products, processes and/or ingredients.
This position reports to theManager, Pilot Brewery and works closely with Innovation, Quality and Technical teams.
 
What You’ll Be Brewing:  
- Process Development/Innovation – Safely spearhead groundbreaking pilot and large-scale trials, paving the way for exciting new process developments and innovations.
- Continuous Improvement – Deep-dive process review, expanding pilot capabilities with improvements in equipment, process, and automation.
- Project Management – Ensure each project is executed with meticulous attention to detail, delivering nothing short of world-class results.
- Research and Development – Collaborate with the MCBC R and technical brewing team(s) supporting business objectives and venturing into uncharted territories of beverage processing.
- Team Powerhouse – Be an integral part of a diverse team of brewing professionals, collectively driving the success of the department, division, and the entire company.
Key Ingredients:  
 
- You havea Bachelor’s degree in Brewing or related field and/or equivalent experience
- 3+ years experience in brewing operations, beverage, and/or process development.
- Understanding of quality control throughout brewing, liquid processing, and packaging.
- Ability to understand, troubleshoot and correct process, control or maintenance issues.
- You love a challenge, completing complex projects quickly and adeptly with your understanding of the business priorities
- You take accountability for results – acting with integrity and honoring commitments.
- You have a thirst for learning – you are always looking for ways to learn and help one another grow  
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- Flexible work programs that support work-life balance.
- We care about our People and Planet and have challenged ourselves with stretch goals around our key priorities.
- We care about our communities, and play our part to make a difference. From charitable donations to hitting the streets together to build parks, giving back to the community is part of our culture and who we are.
- Engagement with a variety of Employee Resource Groups, which can provide volunteer opportunities, leadership experience, and networking through the organization.
- Ability to grow and develop your career centered around our First Choice Learning opportunities.
- Participation in our Total Rewards program with a competitive base salary, incentive plans, parental leave, health, dental, vision, a retirement savings plan with incredible employer match, generous paid time off plans, an engaging Wellness Program, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with amazing resources.
- On-site Pub, access to cool brand clothing and swag, top events and, of course... free beer and beverages!
- Work within a fast-paced and innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Pay and Benefits: At Molson Coors, we’re committed to paying people fairly and equitably for the work they do.
Job Posting Total Rewards Offerings: $77,500.00 - $101,700.00 (posting salary range) + 10% target short term incentive + $23,000 on average spent on benefits per employee, including but not limited to health, dental, vision, retirement with above market employer match, wellness incentives and EAP + paid time off (including holidays, vacation days and sick days).
The posting range provided above for salary is what we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We ultimately pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors that inform pay decisions including but not limited to the required work location, previous work experience, skill set and internal equity.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant brewer jobs.
- One or more years of hands-on brewing or cellar experience in a commercial setting
- Working knowledge of sanitation protocols, CIP procedures, and food safety standards
- Physical ability to lift heavy kegs, work in cold environments, and stand for extended shifts
- Familiarity with fermentation monitoring, gravity readings, and quality control documentation
- Experience operating or maintaining packaging equipment such as canning or bottling lines
- Completion of a formal brewing program, relevant certificate, or equivalent vocational training
Tips for Your Assistant Brewer Job Search
Tailor your resume to production metrics
Breweries want to see batch sizes, fermentation vessel counts, and packaging line output you've handled. List those numbers on your resume instead of generic duties, so hiring managers can quickly assess whether your production scale matches their operation.
Get your BJCP or Cicerone credential first
Many assistant brewer postings list a Beer Judge Certification Program or Cicerone Certified Beer Server credential as a preferred qualification. Earning one before you apply signals technical knowledge and genuine commitment to the craft, which separates you from candidates with only homebrewing experience.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists assistant brewer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by vessel and equipment type
Breweries specify the systems they run, such as 15-barrel direct-fire kettles or automated canning lines. When a posting names equipment you've operated, call that out explicitly in your cover letter so the brewer knows you won't need a learning curve on their floor.
Prepare sensory evaluation examples for interviews
Expect to discuss how you've identified off-flavors, managed dry-hop schedules, or caught a fermentation problem early. Walk the interviewer through a specific batch issue you solved, because practical troubleshooting stories carry more weight than textbook knowledge during brewery interviews.
Negotiate schedule flexibility, not just pay
Brewery production runs on early-morning mash-ins and weekend transfers, so ask about shift rotation, overtime norms, and holiday coverage during the offer stage. Understanding the actual schedule before you accept prevents conflicts that cause early turnover in production roles.
Assistant Brewer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most assistant brewers?
The most active employers for assistant brewers right now are Starbucks, Bar Harbor Bank & Trust, and Molson Coors Brewing Company, and the most openings are in Maine, Wisconsin, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Regional craft breweries with taproom operations tend to post the most consistently throughout the year.
How many assistant brewer jobs are remote?
About 0% of assistant brewer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most brewing work requires physical presence on the production floor. The sub-areas most compatible with remote arrangements include quality assurance documentation, recipe development coordination, and administrative scheduling rather than active cellar or packaging duties.
How do you become an assistant brewer?
Start by building hands-on experience through homebrewing, volunteering at a local brewery, or completing a formal brewing program at a culinary or technical college. Pursue an entry-level cellar or packaging position to learn commercial-scale sanitation, fermentation monitoring, and equipment operation. Earning a recognized brewing or beer judging credential strengthens your candidacy for assistant brewer roles at production-focused operations.
How do you get hired as an assistant brewer with little experience?
Focus on roles specifically listed as entry-level or cellar assistant positions, since those are designed for candidates building their commercial brewing foundation. Demonstrate your homebrewing work with documentation like brew logs, recipe sheets, or competition results. Highlighting physical readiness for production schedules, a genuine passion for the craft, and willingness to work early-morning or weekend shifts addresses the concerns breweries have about inexperienced hires.
What does the assistant brewer interview process look like?
Most assistant brewer interviews begin with a phone or video screen focused on your brewing background and schedule availability. A brewery tour and in-person meeting with the head brewer typically follow, often including hands-on questions about fermentation troubleshooting or equipment familiarity. Some operations ask candidates to complete a sensory evaluation or describe a specific batch problem they resolved before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to assistant brewer jobs?
You can find and apply to assistant brewer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and target brewery type, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and location preferences.
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