Operations Manager

Supervises: Production & Warehouse Leads, Maintenance Mechanic, Hard Cider Production Manager, Production & Warehouse Staff, Temporary Workers Position Purpose Summary: Leads all company production and logistics operations to achieve 100% make-to-order customer fulfillment while increasing operating productivity Bevovations, LLC dba New England Apple Products Company (NEAP) is a family-owned hard cider and beverage manufacturer based in Leominster, Massachusetts, dedicated to crafting quality cider and beverage products for the New England market Full-Time | Exempt | $95,000–$115,000 annually Examples of Duties and Responsibilities: Manages production planning and scheduling to meet daily/weekly fulfillment targets. Oversees logistics, including shipping, receiving, and warehouse coordination. Manages peak production including extended hours and increased labor coordination. Requires schedule flexibility during this period, including extended weekday hours and regular weekend coverage. Willing and able to work hands-on in production/warehouse when coverage requires it, particularly during peak season. Leads continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives. Recommends capital improvement projects with ROI justification. Coordinates raw material stock levels with the Hard Cider Production and Materials Manager. Works with the Office Manager to adjust daily production and logistics schedules. Documents all operations processes and updates SOPs. Conducts OSHA-required safety trainings with HR and maintains required documentation. Ensures and supports compliance with GFSI food safety systems, GMP, HACCP, and sanitation requirements. Supports cross-functional communication between production, warehouse, HR, and leadership. Minimum Qualifications and Required Capabilities: Self-directed with a “whatever it takes” approach during peak production periods. 7-10 years of management in food/beverage environments with increasing responsibility. Familiarity with third-party food safety audits and GFSI systems. Strong interpersonal and team leadership skills. Demonstrated history of productivity improvement; Lean experience preferred. Ability to build and maintain Excel tracking spreadsheets for production, inventory, and labor metrics. Ability to bend, squat, kneel, walk on uneven surfaces, climb stairs, and lift up to 50 lb #J-18808-Ljbffr