Bachelor's degree required, preferably in engineering, supply chain management, or science.
1-3 years supervisory experience in a unionized production setting is preferred.
Must be willing to work flexible shifts including weekends and nights.
Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to motivate a team.
Experience in implementing continuous improvement tools and methodologies is strongly preferred.
Strong organization skills with the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Proficient in MS Office Suite and excellent communication skills in English.
Responsibilities
Supervise a team of unionized employees to enhance production efficiency.
Gain hands-on experience in brewing and packaging processes.
Develop and manage production plans, inventories, and schedules effectively.
Direct and oversee packaging activities to meet performance standards.
Identify operational improvements to meet or exceed key performance indicators.
Manage training and manpower planning in the department.
Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards in brewery operations.
Benefits
Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellness options.
Life Insurance and Disability Income Protection coverage.
Generous parental leave and Family Medical Leave Act policies.
401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
Opportunity to work in a dynamic, owner-focused environment.
Complimentary beer as a unique company perk.
Full Job Description
SALARY: $74,700 - $94,050 (based on experience)
SHIFT: Overnights, Weekends & Rotating (11:00 PM - 7:00 AM or 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM)
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 role is for you. On the Brewing side you would own the budget and performance of a brewing process as well as create and execute action plans to meet critical metrics in our fast-paced environment. On the Packaging side you would develop, monitor, and maintain production plans, warehouse, and material inventories, and production and shipping schedules to ensure excellent process performance and product quality while managing highly automated, complex processes in a fast-paced environment. In either role, 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:
Front-line manager role supervising a team of unionized employees in a 24/7 production facility to optimize production efficiency
Learn brewing and packaging processes through hands-on training
Develop, monitor, and maintain production plans, inventories, and schedules to ensure excellent process performance and product quality
Involved in the planning, directing, and managing of packaging activities in pursuit of key performance indicator achievement in accordance with Brewery Support standards
Identify areas to improve operations in order to achieve or exceed key performance indicators and targets
Manage strategic plan for manpower and training/coaching for the department
Ensure daily production efficiencies, quality expectations, and schedule attainment is met
Execution of health and safety programs and enforce critical aspects of safety and quality involved in brewing/ beer operations or packaging operations
Manages department financial results and inventories and track via SAP
Manages the development of the department resources through training, informal feedback, and individual performance appraisals. Ensures effective interactions between the department and internal/external customers
Creation and Implementation of tools and process resources to improve quality, safety, efficiency, etc.
Responsible to achieve supply of beer with correct volume, brand on time and within quality specifications to the packaging department
Utilize Management System tools to achieve critical metric targets and close gaps in performance (root cause analysis, Gap Analysis, MCRS meeting schedules and action logs, 5 - Why's, PDCA and SDCA cycles, etc.)
Oversee preventative maintenance work in area of responsibility
Ensure that Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) are being followed
Own your team's development through upskilling and on the job experiences to increase team engagement and drive results
Lead and coach teams through solving problems and monitoring of key operating processes and equipment utilizing lean manufacturing and six sigma methodology
Promote and encourage safe working practices
Assure compliance with labor contracts. Manage the relationship with the union where appropriate including discipline & grievances where necessary or applicable
Manage highly automated, complex processes in a fast-paced and high-energy environment
Work with senior leaders to drive process improvement initiatives and change efforts
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree is required, but a concentration in engineering, supply chain management, science, or related subject area is strongly preferred
1-3 years experience as a supervisor in a unionized production department preferred
Willingness to work any shifts required (days, afternoons, midnights)
Willingness to work some weekends based on production or maintenance activities. Weekends are paid above base salary
Strong leadership skills and ability to lead by example
High comfort level with change, along with strong influencing skills catalyzing others to change
Preference towards individuals with experience in implementation of continuous improvement tools and processes
Strong organization skills with the ability to prioritize and work in a fast-paced environment
Solid interpersonal skills and team orientation
Technical and problem-solving capabilities
Proficient knowledge of MS Office: Word, Excel & Powerpoint
Excellent verbal and written communication in English
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
