Microbiology Manager

Job Description

ResponsibilitiesYoull typically need to:
• purchase raw materials, such as hops, yeast and cereal, making sure they meet the required quality standards
• monitor fermentation and check temperatures and the quality of samples, making any necessary production adjustments
• accurately record raw materials, production stage timings and quality checks
• perform yeast counts and cropping
• work with the lab team, who carry out further tests to improve products
• introduce new or different methods of brewing
• find new suppliers and review existing ones
• manage resources and staff to meet objectives
• ensure the correct storage and stock management of raw materials
• work on new recipes for seasonal and speciality beers ensuring they appeal to a particular market, or will enhance sales at a specific time of the year
• help to design beer labels or marketing materials
• plan budgets, keeping track of stock and records of raw materials
• clean and maintain all equipment, making sure the strictest levels of hygiene are kept throughout the brewing process
• ensure all work meets quality and safety standards
• keep up to date with developments in technology in the industry.

Keyskills :
quality processeslaboratory quality assurancequality assurance processesproductionquality assurance professionals