Sean Springmeier
Berthoud,CO
Summary
Brewing professional with proven track record of managing all aspects of brewing operations to deliver exceptional craft beers. Adept at leading collaborative teams and fostering culture of excellence, while maintaining high standards of quality and consistency. Recognized for adaptability and reliability in dynamic environments, with strong skills in facility maintenance, quality assurance, production management, and lean manufacturing methodologies.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Brewmaster
SPB Hospitality
02.2022 - 01.2025
- Oversee a single store level production on 10 barrel system which served 16 unique brands
- Evaluated emerging trends in craft beer industry to identify potential opportunities for innovation or growth within the business.
- Collaborated with marketing team for successful product launches and promotional events.
- Streamlined brewing processes to improve efficiency and reduce waste, resulting in cost savings and a beer sales increase by over 20 percent
- Optimized fermentation schedules to maximize production capacity without compromising product quality.
- Developed new beer recipes for four seasonal releases, driving increased customer interest and sales.
- Maintained detailed records of brewing operations for future reference and regulatory compliance purposes.
- Enhanced beer quality by implementing rigorous quality control measures and sanitation protocols.
- Mentored junior brewers, fostering a positive work environment and strengthening the team dynamic.
- Collaborated with local community organizations for special events, increasing brand visibility and supporting community initiatives.
- Managed inventory of raw materials, ensuring consistent availability for production needs.
- Conducted regular equipment maintenance to minimize downtime and ensure optimal performance.
- Oversaw brewery expansion projects, enhancing production capabilities while maintaining budgetary constraints.
- Adhered to good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures.
- Assigned daily work tasks, set weekly schedules, and forecasted labor and budget projections
- Completed frequent inspections to identify and resolve problems affecting performance.
Head Brewer/Brewery Operations Manager
Mash Lab Brewing Company
05.2021 - 02.2022
- Oversee wort production on 10bbl brewhouse from grain to glass
- Recruit, hire and train brewery personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization
- Developed fermentation profiles for more accurate and consistent products
- Organized ordering, inventory, sales tracking, stocking, scheduling, taxes, and wholesale distribution
- Drove new product development while maintaining flagship brands
- Increased brewhouse efficiency while implementing cost saving measures
- Managed production and packaging schedules to support orders, forecasts, and budgets
- Actively participated in brewing and packaging activities
- Built relationships with other breweries and organizations in order to collaborate on new products
- Sourced raw materials for seamless production operation
- Updated online resources for current selection of finished products and helped social media pushes for recent releases and upcoming brands
- Educated restaurant staff with sensory training and updated staff with weekly messages about new releases
- Coordinated with Restaurant GM and Kitchen Manager for food and beer pairings as well as events
Lead Brewer
City Star Brewing Company
07.2020 - 11.2020
- Oversee and supervise wort production on 3.5bbl manual brewhouse
- Inventory management
- Establish fermentation profiles
- Work with Beer30 brewing software to increase efficiency, track inventory, and manage cellaring tasks
- Assist in canning using a 6 head inline-fill MicroCanner
- QA/QC, sensory evaluation, product development
Brewhouse Operator/Brewhouse Engineer
Upslope Brewing Company
11.2019 - 07.2020
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Oversee wort production from 3 brewhouse, through fermentation, filtration, carbonation, and pre-packaging
- Operation/troubleshooting knowledge of 30 barrel production brewhouse
- Operation/troubleshooting knowledge of Sasquatch Grain Mill
- QA/QC, lab, sensory evaluation, pre-package evaluation of all brands
- Operation knowledge of Alfa Laval centrifuge
- Hard Seltzer production knowledge
- Brewhouse process, new product development, and efficiency implementation
- Ability to work overnight shifts
- Operation Knowledge of BrewPlanner and Brewer's Dashboard computer programs for brewhouse/cellar efficiency
- CIP/SIP knowledge of all vessels
- Hop torpedo operation and troubleshooting
Brewer Operator
Boulder Beer Company
05.2019 - 11.2019
- Oversee wort production from brewhouse througout fermentation
- Record gravity/pH readings daily
- Operate DE filter
- Cellaring rotations
- Run CIP safely and effectively on a number of vessels and equipment
- Communicate with production team effectively to increase efficiency
- Troubleshoot mechanical issues
- Operation/troubleshooting knowledge of manual 50bbl brewhouse
- Promoted from Production Tech to Brewer Operator after 5 months
- Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins
Production Operator
Boulder Beer Company
05.2019 - 11.2019
- Work with team to achieve production goals
- Knowledge on operating and troubleshooting machines
- Run CIP on equipment for start up/shut down
- Verify filling weights, test for dissolved oxygen, check seam quality, stage/clean work areas
- Confidence with support systems: Hot Liquor Tank, boiler, kegger, canner, venting tanks, plate and frame filter, DE filter, oxygen stones, chemical titrations
- Recorded production data in daily logs
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nurse Anesthetist
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN05.2015
Skills
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Production Knowledge
- Facilities Maintenance
- Inventory Management
- Raw Material Sourcing
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Sensory Analysis
- Effective Communication
- Lean Manufacturing
- Production Forecasting
Certification
- CPR certification
- TABC Card holder (Tennessee Alcoholic Beverages Commission)
- Brewers Association Safety Education Certified
- Forklift Operations Certification
Timeline
Brewmaster
SPB Hospitality
02.2022 - 01.2025
Head Brewer/Brewery Operations Manager
Mash Lab Brewing Company
05.2021 - 02.2022
Lead Brewer
City Star Brewing Company
07.2020 - 11.2020
Brewhouse Operator/Brewhouse Engineer
Upslope Brewing Company
11.2019 - 07.2020
Brewer Operator
Boulder Beer Company
05.2019 - 11.2019
Production Operator
Boulder Beer Company
05.2019 - 11.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nurse Anesthetist
East Tennessee State University
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