Kane Brewing Company is an award-winning production brewery located in Ocean Township, NJ. 
Kane Brewing and its sister company, Kane Distributing, have been developing and delivering innovative products of the highest quality since 2011.

TO APPLY TO THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS: please e-mail your resume and cover letter in PDF format to careers@kanebrewing.com

Kane Brewing Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, or marital/familial status.

Kane Brewing and Kane Distributing offers employees opportunities for growth, competitive pay, and a full suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D insurance, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) and monthly stipends for merchandise and beer.

CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES

PRODUCTION

PRODUCTION BREWER

We are looking for full time Production Brewer to add to our growing team.

Responsibilities:

  • Strict adherence to production and safety SOPs.
  • Production of wort that falls into the required specifications.
  • Monitoring fermentation temperature and activity.
  • Maintaining proper and accurate brew house records.
  • Maintaining brew house and milling cleanliness and organization
  • CIP/SIP of all brewery vessels
  • Wort and beer transfer
  • Yeast harvest, pitching and health management
  • Fermentation monitoring
  • Operating the centrifuge
  • Strict adherence to sanitary and record-keeping standards
  • Basic facilities maintenance
  • Manual cleaning of brewery equipment and parts
  • Assist management in assuring all production employees are always operating within specified safety SOP’s.
  • Assist in clean and sour barrel-aging program as needed
  • Contribute to pilot brewing program
  • Adherence to good manufacturing practices

Qualifications:

  • At least 2 years of proven brewing experience in a production/packaging brewery including wort creation on 10+ barrel brewing system
  • A degree from a professional brewing education program is preferred
  • Demonstrated track record of success in prior positions.
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Self-motivated with a keen attention to detail
  • Willingness to assist with tasks outside key responsibilities
  • Communicate efficiently with team
  • Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment

Requirements:

  • Lift 55 lbs and move 165 lbs occasionally
  • Ability to work rotating shifts that include nights
  • Stand for 8-10 hours per day
  • Operate a forklift and complex machinery
  • Work in a non-temperature controlled environment
  • Handling of hazardous materials

This position is full-time, on-site at our Ocean Township, NJ brewery location.

This job description is reflective of the primary duties of this position and in no way limits the supervisor from assigning any other duties, responsibilities or initiatives as deemed necessary.

TO APPLY TO THIS POSITION: please e-mail your resume and cover letter in PDF format to careers@kanebrewing.com

PACKAGING OPERATOR

We are looking for a full time Packaging Operator to add to our growing team.

Responsibilities:

  • Work with all packaging processes including kegs, bottling and canning.
  • Properly clean and fill kegs.
  • Ensure all beer is in the proper condition (temperature, carbonation level, etc.) prior to packaging.
  • Ensure all packaging activity is done according to its SOP regarding yield, bottle and can fill-height, dissolved oxygen levels, and crowning and seaming standards and material loss.
  • Assist in canning utilizing the Wild Goose canning line and bottling on the Meheen bottling line.
  • Build and pack cases for cans and bottles.
  • Maintain proper packaging records and logs.
  • Maintain cleanliness of all packaging equipment.
  • Ensure regular maintenance of packaging equipment.
  • Adherence to good manufacturing practices.

Qualifications:

  • Experience in a production/packaging brewery preferred
  • A degree from a professional brewing education program or related field is preferred
  • Demonstrated track record of success in prior positions
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Self-motivated with a keen attention to detail
  • Willingness to assist with tasks outside key responsibilities
  • Communicate efficiently with team and customers
  • Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment

Requirements:

  • Lift 55 lbs and move 165 lbs occasionally
  • Ability to work rotating shifts that include nights
  • Stand for 8-10 hours per day
  • Operate a forklift and complex machinery
  • Work in a non-temperature controlled environment

This position is full-time, on-site at our Ocean Township, NJ brewery location.

This job description is reflective of the primary duties of this position and in no way limits the supervisor from assigning any other duties, responsibilities or initiatives as deemed necessary.

TO APPLY TO THIS POSITION: please e-mail your resume and cover letter in PDF format to careers@kanebrewing.com

DISTRIBUTION

DELIVERY DRIVER

Kane Distributing currently has an opening for a Delivery Driver for our Distribution Department.

The Wholesale Delivery Driver is responsible for the safe, accurate, and timely delivery of packaged beer to our on and off premises customers. In addition to this critical role, drivers serve as a front line to our customers, often seeing them in person more frequently than their sales representative.

This is a physically demanding job that requires moving packaged beer (kegs, sixtels, cases of cans) up and down stairs to the proper delivery location.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Double checking pick list and truck for accuracy to ensure correct delivery and maximize efficiency
  • Safe and timely delivery to customers within, to the extent possible, their preferred delivery times
  • Operate the vehicle in a safe manner at all times, following all traffic and parking laws
  • Delivery directly into cold storage with the signature of an authorized bar/restaurant employee for proof of delivery, and accurate calculation of final invoice amount based on keg credits and tap handle deposits
  • Retrieval of all empty kegs including a general awareness of keg deficits (i.e. consistently delivering more kegs than there are empties to be returned) or keg hoarding (holding onto or cellaring “vintage” kegs)
  • Continued communication with supervisor to make aware of any impending or ongoing issues with customers.
  • Properly securing both empty and full kegs in the truck to prevent damage to interior of box
  • Responsible for communicating fleet issues promptly to supervisor (maintenance, service needs etc)
  • Bi-weekly exterior washing and interior cleaning for all trucks including front cab and box.
  • Maintain accurate and up to date mileage log
  • Maintain accurate and up to date weekly driver checklist
  • Maintain a high degree of customer service at all times
  • Ensure products are safely stored in vehicle during delivery
  • Ensure vehicle is locked and secured when leaving the vehicle
  • Retain all gas receipts and receipts for other expenditures

Competencies:

  • Excellent time management and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Self-motivated with a keen attention to detail
  • Willingness to assist with tasks outside key responsibilities
  • Communicate efficiently with team and customers
  • Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment
  • Demonstrated track record of success in prior positions
  • Strong work ethic
  • Team player but able to work independently

Requirements:

  • Clean driving record

Strongly Desired:

  • Experience in delivery driving
  • Experience driving to all parts of New Jersey

All candidates must successfully complete a background check and driver’s license check.

This position is full-time, on-site at our Ocean Township, NJ brewery location.

This job description is reflective of the primary duties of this position and in no way limits the supervisor from assigning any other duties, responsibilities or initiatives as deemed necessary.

TO APPLY TO THIS POSITION: please e-mail your resume and cover letter in PDF format to careers@kanebrewing.com

HOSPITALITY

ASSISTANT RETAIL MANAGER

Kane Brewing currently has an opening for a full-time Assistant Retail Manager.

The Assistant Retail Manager will create a welcoming environment, by creating a positive & comforting atmosphere in a clean, organized & well-maintained space. They will possess detailed knowledge of all available Kane products and supervise the part-time Tasting Room Associates who educate our customers on the brand & history of Kane and the craft-brewing process.  They will provide hospitable, knowledgeable, and engaging customer service.  The Assistant Retail Manager will ensure that the beer that is being served is the best possible representation of Kane Brewing’s company standards.

 Key Responsibilities:

  • Directly serve and provide a high standard of service and consistency
  • Tap necessary kegs and check all taps for leaks
  • Display merchandise in a clean, organized fashion
  • Fully stock merchandise and “to-go beer”
  • Maintain merchandise, cold box and overstock organization
  • Maintain the inventory and order all tasting room supplies, including but not limited to bathroom & cleaning room supplies, growler tags, etc.
  • Update menu boards
  • Maintain retail POS systems, count drawers, divide tips, etc.
  • Ensure the tasting room is clean and orderly for opening
  • Oversee part-time tasting room staff and assist in scheduling

Competencies:

  • Ability to lead team of part-time hospitality associates
  • Self-motivated with a keen attention to detail
  • Excellent customer service and hospitality skills

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in related field is preferred
  • Stand for 8-10 hours per day
  • Work in a fast-paced environment while still prioritizing safety and customer experience
  • Work nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Lift 55 lbs and move 165 lbs occasionally
  • Knowledge and/or passion for craft beer and brewing or willingness to be trained and learn

This position is full-time, on-site at our Ocean Township, NJ brewery location.

This job description is reflective of the primary duties of this position and in no way limits the supervisor from assigning any other duties, responsibilities or initiatives as deemed necessary.

TO APPLY TO THIS POSITION: please e-mail your resume and cover letter in PDF format to careers@kanebrewing.com

HOSPITALITY ASSOCIATE – PART TIME

Kane Brewing is currently seeking a Part-Time Hospitality Associate. Hospitality Associates pour beer in our Tasting Room and work the retail counter selling beer and merchandise to go. Required work hours are one shift each on Saturday and Sunday. Approximate hours per weekend: 10 – 16 hours.

IMPORTANT: If you already have a full or part-time position with a wholesale distributor of alcohol or a bar/restaurant and are looking for extra hours, please do not apply.  We cannot hire across tiers of the three-tier alcohol distribution system.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Greet customers and welcome them to the Brewery.
  • Adhere to strict safety and sanitization protocols
  • Pour and serve beer to customers.
  • Maintain a clean environment.
  • Understand beer offerings and be able to answer questions as well as make recommendations.
  • Communicate with customers to ensure satisfaction and resolve any issues.
  • Process customer payments.
  • Ensure an enjoyable experience for all customers.
  • Uphold high standards of service quality and consistency.
  • Assist with other retail operations as needed.

Competencies:

  • Knowledge and/or passion for craft beer and brewing or willingness to be trained and learn
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Self-motivated with a keen attention to detail

Requirements:

  • 21 years of age
  • Stand for 6-10 hours per day
  • Lift 55lbs, move 165lbs occasionally
  • Work in a fast-paced environment while still prioritizing safety and customer experience
  • Work in a non-temperature-controlled environment
  • Work nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Excellent customer service and hospitality skills
  • Prior experience working in craft-focused bar or restaurant

Strongly Desired:

  • High level knowledge of draft system a plus

TO APPLY TO THIS POSITION: please e-mail your resume and cover letter in PDF format to careers@kanebrewing.com