AB inBev

Area Manager (Brewery & Manufacturing Operations) - University Full-Time

AB inBev$85K *
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree with a GPA of 2.8 or above; candidates may be current students or recent graduates.
  • Preferred background in Engineering or Science.
  • Flexibility to work rotating shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overtime, as facilities operate year-round.
  • Ability to navigate elevated walkways and work in diverse environmental conditions.
  • Expertise in data analysis for problem-solving and process improvement.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience in previous roles or activities.
  • Strong self-motivation to exceed expectations.
  • Ability to foster an inclusive environment by valuing diverse opinions.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and lead operational teams in a dynamic manufacturing setting.
  • Bring authenticity and humility to leadership while striving for high performance.
  • Guide diverse teams to enhance performance through teamwork and union collaboration.
  • Ensure safety compliance on the production floor in line with company policies.
  • Uphold quality standards for all products produced in the facility.
  • Solve personnel and process-related issues with a focus on relationship building.
  • Learn to identify and discuss operational problems with maintenance staff.
  • Utilize data and lean manufacturing techniques for efficiency improvements.
  • Provide training, coaching, and performance management for team members.
  • Communicate team performance metrics to senior leadership.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellness programs.
  • Life Insurance and Disability Income Protection provided.
  • Generous parental leave policies and Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provisions.
  • 401(k) retirement savings options with company matching contributions.
  • Opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment within an employee-owned company.
  • Enjoy free beer as part of the workplace culture.
Full Job Description
SALARY: $85,500 + bonus eligible + sign-on bonus

SHIFT:Assigned shift (days, afternoons, midnights & weekends)

ROLE SUMMARY:

If you are interested in a hands-on, continuous improvement-oriented, fast-paced role in a world-class manufacturing environment then our Brewery Area Manager within one of our Brewery Operations or our Shift Supervisor role within one of our Manufacturing Operations is the role is for you. This is a chance to be on the production floor, troubleshooting, and problem solving on the fly to ensure we meet our production goals. This is a chance to develop as a leader, change agent, and Engineer.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Developing and leading front-line operational teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.


  • Bring your authentic self to work every day, lead with humility and drive top performance in a fast-paced industrial manufacturing environment.


  • As a front-line manager, you will be leading diverse teams where you will identify ways to drive performance through teamwork, empowerment, and leadership in a union environment.


  • Safety is a top priority. Brewery Area Managers and Shift Supervisors will need to ensure the safety of yourself and others on the production floor is compliant with all AB policies.


  • Our front-line managers and their teams are the keepers of quality. You are responsible for upholding quality standards for all products.


  • Problem-solving both personnel and process-related issues are key for individual and plant success! You will be reliant on your team for understanding the process. Relationship building is a key factor in your success in this role.


  • Through training, you will learn to detect systematic issues through visual or oral methods from machines or equipment and discuss the operations with maintenance workers to diagnose problems or repair machines. Machines include pumps, motors, heat exchangers, and other various packaging equipment used in the beer making process.


  • You will be expected to utilize data analysis and other lean manufacturing methods used for process improvement to enhance product/process efficiency.


  • Provide ongoing training, coaching, discipline, and development to employees. You will need to be able to have tough conversations with a diverse group of people.


  • Leadership of work area that includes being able to speak to performance with senior leadership.


JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Current university student or recent university graduate - Bachelor's Degree with a GPA of 2.8 or greater.


  • A background in Engineering or Science is preferred.


  • Our Breweries and Technical Operations are 24/7 - 365 day a year facilities which requires alternating shift work for participants who enter the program. You must have flexibility to work varying shifts including weekends, holidays, & overtime. Weekends are paid above base salary.


  • Must have the ability to walk up and down elevated catwalks and stairs, stand for long periods of time, and work in all environmental conditions including extreme temperatures.


  • Ability to leverage data and insights to provide effective solutions to complex problems.


  • Can demonstrate leadership capabilities in previous work experience and/or extracurricular activities.


  • Self-motivated to drive results and deliver above and beyond expectations.


  • Ability to collaborate, be an active listener, seek diverse opinions and input from others, and foster an inclusive environment.


  • Embraces ambiguity and thrives in a fast-paced environment. Able to effectively manage several projects and teams at once, while being agile in the face of setbacks and change.


  • Consistently questions the status quo, seeks opportunities to improve processes, not afraid of change and willing to take calculated risks.


  • As a general rule, the Company does not offer practical training positions for F-1 visa holders nor sponsor individuals for purposes of obtaining temporary work visas (e.g., H-1B) or permanent residency ("Green Cards"). Individuals who require sponsorship will be removed from the selection process.


BENEFITS:

  • Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness and Tax-Advantaged Savings and Spending Accounts


  • Life Insurance and Disability Income Protection


  • Generous Parental Leave and FMLA policies


  • 401(k) Retirement Savings options with a company matching contribution


  • Chance to work in a fast-paced environment among a company of owners


  • Free Beer!

About AB inBev

Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV, commonly known as AB InBev, is a multinational drink and brewing company based in Leuven, Belgium. AB InBev is the world's largest brewer and has a diverse portfolio of over 500 brands, including Budweiser, Corona, Stella Artois, and Beck's. The company was formed in 2008 through the merger of Belgium-based InBev and American-based Anheuser-Busch. AB InBev operates in over 50 countries and has a workforce of over 164,000 employees. The company is listed on the Euronext Brussels stock exchange and the New York Stock Exchange.
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