Brewing and Operations Manager

2 weeks ago

Waitsfield, Vermont, United States Lawson's Finest Liquids Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Director of Brewing and Operations to lead our brewing and production teams at Lawson's Finest Liquids. As a key member of our Leadership Team, you will be responsible for overseeing the entire brewing and production processes, ensuring the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and safety.

Key Responsibilities
  • Leadership and Management
    • Lead, mentor, and develop the brewing and operations teams, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
    • Set performance goals, cascade annual company goals, and conduct regular performance reviews.
    • Embody the company's core values while operating in alignment with the mission, vision, and B Corp ethos.
  • Strategic Planning
    • Collaborate with the executive team to develop and execute long-term strategies for growth, production expansion, and innovation.
    • Identify opportunities for new product development, technology investments, innovation, and market expansion.
    • Develop investment plans and lead capital projects, including new equipment installations, capacity expansions, and facility upgrades.
  • Production Management
    • Oversee all aspects of brewing operations, including brewing, fermentation, packaging, quality control, and transportation.
    • Ensure brewing, fermentation, and packaging processes meet production schedules while maintaining high quality standards and customer service requirements.
    • Monitor and optimize manufacturing processes to improve productivity, reduce costs, and lower environmental impact.
  • Supply Chain and Cost Management
    • Manage the full scope of the supply chain, from sourcing high-quality ingredients to production and transportation of finished products.
    • Oversee inventory levels of essential raw materials and finished goods.
    • Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, distributors, and key customers.
    • Develop and manage the brewing operations budget, including raw materials, labor, and overhead costs.
    • Implement cost-saving measures without compromising quality or safety.
    • Establish, measure, and report on operations key performance indicators to ensure successful attainment of company goals.
  • Quality Assurance, Safety, and Compliance
    • Establish and maintain quality control measures to ensure products meet internal and external standards.
    • Work closely with the quality assurance team to address any quality issues that arise.
    • Ensure compliance with all relevant local, state, and federal regulations, including those related to health and safety, environmental standards, and alcoholic beverage production.
    • Promote a culture of safety within the brewery and conduct regular training and audits.
    • Maintain up-to-date records and documentation.
  • R&D and Process Improvement
    • Stay current with industry trends and technological advancements.
    • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and operational efficiency.
    • Oversee all aspects of research and development.
    • Evaluate and implement new brewing technologies and processes.
    • Develop, vet, and debut new beer recipes in conjunction with the brewing team, sales, marketing, and cross-functional teams.
  • Third-Party Contract Manufacturer Management
    • Monitor and manage the performance of contract manufacturers, including regular site visits, audits, and quality checks.
    • Negotiate contracts and manage agreements with third-party manufacturers, ensuring cost-effectiveness and compliance with company policies and standards.
Requirements
  • Minimum of 10 years of leadership experience in brewery or beverage operations.
  • Proven track record of managing production teams and optimizing processes.
  • Experience in supply chain leadership, multi-site production network, and success managing third-party manufacturing partners.
  • Strong leadership, management, and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • In-depth understanding of brewing techniques, quality control, and regulatory requirements.
  • Familiarity with sustainable brewing practices and environmental stewardship.
  • Advanced degrees or certifications in brewing or operations management are a plus.
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
  • Highly organized with demonstrated proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office software.
  • Knowledge of safe work operations, safety policies, and procedures, including sanitary handling of beverages, food, and potentially hazardous chemicals and materials.
  • Physically capable of a variety of duties, including repeated lifting of 50 pounds or more and extended amounts of physical activity with prolonged standing and talking.
Benefits

This is a full-time exempt position, and starting pay will be commensurate with experience. Robust benefits include paid time-off, paid holidays, profit sharing, company medical, dental, vision, a 401k plan with company match, on-site massages and yoga, a month-long sabbatical after five years of service, and more.

Lawson's Finest Liquids is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity. We believe that all forms of diversity make us better at everything that we do - fostering innovation and connecting us more closely to our customers and communities. Lawson's Finest is especially interested in candidates who contribute to the diversity, inclusion, and excellence of our organization.

Lawson's Finest Liquids provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state, and local law.

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