Castle Danger Brewery is a family-owned brewery that is team-oriented, has a learning/adaptive approach to brewing, and is willing to make consumer-centric decisions when it comes to overall beer quality. We are a rapidly growing organization that works hard and has fun. The success of our business has come from our people who have passion, commitment, creativity, initiative, and a collaborative team spirit. When we have open positions, they will be posted on this site.
Castle Danger Brewery provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants and complies with all applicable federal and state laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.
NOW HIRING
We are currently accepting applications for these positions at the brewery in Two Harbors and around the state of MN:
PACKAGING ASSOCIATE – FULL-TIME SEASONAL
Purpose
The Packaging Associate (Seasonal) is responsible for assisting operators in packaging beer and all other duties involved in the packaging process.
Duties
• Assist in the process of packaging beer: support packaging operators to meet production needs
• Palletize finished cases of beer
• Replenish consumable goods needed for filler, carton erector, and keg machine(s)
• Operate keg machine filler and palletize kegs
• Scrub and clean outside of kegs to prepare for internal washing and filling
• Following forklift certification – use forklift to move raw goods and beer to proper location, up and down from racking
• Assist trained operators in size changes to the filler and format changes to needed equipment
• Monitor all printed coding to watch for errors. Report defects to trained operators
• Monitor all finished goods for obvious defects, report defects to operators
• Monitor packaging line for jam ups and break downs. Communicate w/ operators in real time and/or repair if applicable
• Learn common troubleshooting issues to assigned packaging equipment
• Keep overall production area organized
• Adhere to correct PPE and all SOPs
• Other duties as assigned
Requirements
• 21 years of age or older
• Previous experience working in a manufacturing or warehouse setting preferred, but not necessary
• The ability to speak and interact effectively with others
• Professional presence; must conduct self in professional manner at all times as an ambassador for CDB
• Flexibility to work late/early and fill in where needed, when needed.
• Positive attitude and ability to work within a team, with a team first mentality
• Can take appropriate action with direction
• Ability to get forklift certified by CDB
Physical Requirements
• Must be able to team lift 170 lbs multiple times per work shift and stand/walk during entire shift while working in a hot, cold and humid environment
Education Requirements
• High School diploma or equivalent
Shift/Wage
• Shift: Days. We provide paid time off, free beer, employee discounts on merch, and paid training.
• Wage: $18/hr
PACKAGING OPERATOR – FULL-TIME YEAR-ROUND
Purpose
The Packaging Associate (Seasonal) is responsible for assisting operators in packaging beer and all other duties involved in the packaging process.
Duties
• Operate beer packaging equipment
• Maintain accurate quality records and conduct regular quality checks
• Perform routine maintenance on packaging equipment
• Troubleshoot and fix maintenance issues with packaging equipment
• Communicate with Packaging Manager and all production teams on support needs and flow to ensure logistics are ready for next day’s packaging run
• Communicate effectively with teammates
• Stock and organize coolers
• Keep excellent inventory records
• Keep overall production area clean and organized
• Operate forklift, obtain, and maintain forklift certification
• Adhere to correct safety equipment usage and all SOPs
• Update SOPs as needed
• Other duties as assigned
Requirements
• 21 years of age or older
• Must be passionate about pride in work
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required; able to give and receive feedback
• Ability to work as a team towards a common goal
• Flexibility to work variety of hours when needed (Mon-Friday, no weekends)
• Self-motivated, positive attitude, initiative, and adaptability
• Previous experience working in a manufacturing or warehouse setting strongly preferred
• Mechanical skills or an ability to learn these skills strongly preferred
Physical Requirements
• Must be able to team lift 170 lbs multiple times per work shift, bend, twist, stack 24 lb flats with beer onto a pallet, and stand/walk during entire shift while working in a hot, cold and humid environment
Education Requirements
• High School diploma or equivalent
Shift/Wage
• Shift: Days. We provide a full suite of benefits, free beer, employee discounts on merch, and paid training.
• Wage: $18/hr with no/limited experience, moving to $19/hr once fully trained; higher wage available for more experience
TAPROOM BARTENDER – PART-TIME SEASONAL
Purpose
Pour Castle Danger Brewery beers for taproom guests, while providing friendly and efficient service in a fast-paced environment. Use our POS system to complete accurate sales transactions of beer and merchandise. Maintain a high standard of overall cleanliness and security of the taproom.
Duties
• Work taproom as scheduled
• Complete alcohol serve-safe course
• Clean, sanitize, and fill growlers
• Pour and serve beer
• Check identification of guests to verify age to consume beer
• Answer questions about CDB and its beers
• Change kegs
• Open and close taproom
• Process payments for beer and merchandise
• Bus tables and wash/stock glassware
• Maintain cleanliness and order in the taproom
• Other duties as assigned
Requirements
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Must be passionate about craft beer
• Must be able to work nights and weekends – must be flexible!
• Previous service experience is required
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to speak and interact effectively with customers and coworkers
• Excellent customer service
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced and environment
• High standard for cleanliness
• Basic mathematical and computer skills
• Use POS/reservation system, handle money, and give correct change
Physical Requirements
• Walk and stand during entire shift
• Continuously reach, bend, lift, carry, stoop, and wipe
• Remain stationary for long periods of time
• Ability to lift 55+ lbs
• Team lift 170lb
Education Requirements
• High school diploma or equivalent
Shift/Wage
• Shift: Flexible. Evenings and weekends are needed. We provide paid time off, free beer, employee discounts on merch, and paid training.
• Wage: $10.85/hr plus tips
STREET TEAM / BRAND AMBASSADOR – PART-TIME
We have assembled a Street Team (commonly called Brand Ambassadors in the industry) of individuals who have a passion for craft beer and want to spread the word about Castle Danger beers in the marketplace. Brand Ambassadors are part-time employees who work liquor store samplings, beer festivals, and other beer events. We are looking to add to our Street Team in these areas we serve: Detroit Lakes, Alexandria, Mankato and Northwest Wisconsin (Superior, Ashland). The minimum commitment we are seeking is 1 event per month. Benefits include hourly wage, discounted merchandise, and beer.
Duties include: Attending events and pouring samples, sharing information about Castle Danger Brewery and the beer and providing friendly service to represent the brand in a positive manner at all times.
Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent, 21 years of age or older, passion for craft beer, strong communication and customer service skills, reliable transportation to get to events at 4pm during the week and various times during the weekend, ability to stand and remain stationary for long periods of time, ability to lift 55+ pounds and the ability to work independently.
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