Who We Are

Founded in 2008, AKM LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of FedUp Foods PBC, is one of the nation's early producers of kombucha, and one of the largest functional beverage manufacturers in America, offering a diverse portfolio of organic private label functional beverages for top global retailers.

Our Culture

FedUp Foods fuels the growth and success of open-minded, collaborative, and passionate individuals who thrive on teamwork, creativity, and continuous learning.

As a proud benefit corporation we have chosen to make People one of our benefit pillars. We strive to make sure every employee of FedUp Foods feels welcomed, valued, and empowered by fostering a collaborative and adaptable community, providing growth opportunities, and creating a supportive environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally.

Our Values: Agility, Collaboration, Communication, Lifelong Learning, Community, Gratitude

Our Benefits:

• Health Insurance (company pays 80-90% individual premium)
• Group Term Life Insurance (100% of premium paid by company)
• Vision and Dental Coverage (paid by the employee)
• Voluntary Group Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability (50% of premium paid by company)
• Voluntary Accident Insurance
• Retirement: 401k with Employer Match
• 8 Paid Holidays
• PTO and Sick Time

Position Summary

The primary role of this position is the daily execution of all brewing/cellaring and transferring operations, cleaning all brewing and brewing related equipment/spaces and contributing as a member of the brewing team. In order to help ensure all aspects of this position are performed as expected, measurable metrics will be provided along with regularly scheduled performance reviews.

An ideal applicant will be highly skilled, consistently punctual and enjoy working with a variety of skilled individuals who share similar values and goals.

General Duties/Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and clean work environment:
  • Advocate a safe working environment by adhering to all PPE requirements and policies, and reporting incidents and near misses to assigned supervisor
  • Understand all Clean in Place procedures
  • Daily routine, and regular deep cleaning and sanitization of required tanks, pumps and filtration systems and equipment, floors, drains and other systems
  • Annual chemical training, proper cleaning chemical usage and proper chemical titrations
  • Conformation of brewing equipment cleanliness thru swabbing, titration or other standard tests
• Follow all SOPs and work instructions
• Brew new batches according to SOPs and the daily plan
• Record all data, amounts of ingredients, and lot numbers in the appropriate spreadsheets, documents and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system
• Transfer base product through appropriate filtration to appropriate tank
• Abide by GMP/SQF and HACCP standards
• Organization and cleaning of all tools and equipment
• Conformation of brewing equipment cleanliness thru swabbing, titration or other standard tests
• Cool tanks using the proper methods as directed when necessary
• Inject flavors to brite tanks
• Turn on carbonation to packaging tank when flavoring is complete to appropriate levels
• Assist in training brewing team members
• Production and transfer of liquid sugar
• Conduct preventive maintenance as needed
• Verify that equipment is functional as needed, ie prv's, gauges.
• Escalate to the maintenance contact on items in need of repair
• Assist in troubleshooting with other departments as needed (ie a new system that involves both departments)
• Ensure carbonation systems are set to packaging tanks when flavoring is completed
• Assist in Koelschip fermentation monitoring, transfers and cleaning processes
• Participation in brewery projects and teams as needed

Food Safety and Quality Responsibilities

• Follow GMP policy when in the production facility and encourage your team to do the same.
• Understand our SQF policies relating to pest control, visitors, allergen management, and cleaning and sanitation.
• Demonstrate awareness of Management's Commitment to SQF and work towards Food Safety and Quality and help the company meet this commitment.
• If there is a problem that involves food quality and safety, report to the Quality Assurance Manager Manager so that the CAPA (corrective action, preventative action) log may be filled out, the situation be investigated, and resolved with the goal of continuous improvement of food quality and safety.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Forklift and pallet jack experience preferred but not required
• Keen attention to detail and ability to efficiently follow process flow
• High standard of cleanliness, with ability to multitask and be flexible
• Proficiency with spreadsheet data entry
• Heightened awareness of safety precautions and hazards for self and others
• Ability to interact effectively at all levels within the organization
• Positive and team oriented attitude
• Ability to work variable schedules based on the department needs

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum 1 year of brewing experience required

Work Environment/Physical Requirements

• 30 minute unpaid lunch break; two paid 15 minute breaks
• Ability to stand, walk, and be on your feet for prolonged periods
• Ability to bend, squat, crawl, kneel, push, pull, and walk on uneven surfaces regularly
• Ability to work in hot, cold, and wet environments
• Ability to regularly lift, push, or pull up to 65 pounds

EEO Statement

AKM provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as directed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.