Brewery Area Manager

Brewery Area ManagerDreaming big is in our DNA. It's who we are as a company. It's our culture. It's our heritage. And more than ever, it's our future. A future where we're always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life's moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?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)We are home to the nation's most iconic beer and beyond beer brands, including Michelob ULTRA – America's #1 top-selling beer – as well as Busch Light, Budweiser, Bud Light, Stella Artois, Cutwater Spirits, and industry-leading craft brands. From our longstanding efforts to support American farmers, military, veterans, and first responders, to emergency drinking water donations and responsible drinking programs, we are guided by our commitment to the communities we call home and the 65,000 hardworking Americans who bring our beer to life. We are powered by a team that shares our passion to create a future with more cheers. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?Role SummaryIf 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 ResponsibilitiesFront-line manager role supervising a team of unionized employees in a 24/7 production facility to optimize production efficiencyLearn brewing and packaging processes through hands-on trainingDevelop, monitor, and maintain production plans, inventories, and schedules to ensure excellent process performance and product qualityInvolved in the planning, directing, and managing of packaging activities in pursuit of key performance indicator achievement in accordance with Brewery Support standardsIdentify areas to improve operations in order to achieve or exceed key performance indicators and targetsManage strategic plan for manpower and training/coaching for the departmentEnsure daily production efficiencies, quality expectations, and schedule attainment is metExecution of health and safety programs and enforce critical aspects of safety and quality involved in brewing/ beer operations or packaging operationsManages department financial results and inventories and track via SAPManages the development of the department resources through training, informal feedback, and individual performance appraisals. Ensures effective interactions between the department and internal/external customersCreation 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 departmentUtilize 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 responsibilityEnsure that Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) are being followedOwn your team's development through upskilling and on the job experiences to increase team engagement and drive resultsLead and coach teams through solving problems and monitoring of key operating processes and equipment utilizing lean manufacturing and six sigma methodologyPromote and encourage safe working practicesAssure compliance with labor contracts. Manage the relationship with the union where appropriate including discipline & grievances where necessary or applicableManage highly automated, complex processes in a fast-paced and high-energy environmentWork with senior leaders to drive process improvement initiatives and change effortsJob QualificationsBachelor's degree is required, but a concentration in engineering, supply chain management, science, or related subject area is strongly preferred1-3 years experience as a supervisor in a unionized production department preferredWillingness to work any shifts required (days, afternoons, midnights)Willingness to work some weekends based on production or maintenance activities. Weekends are paid above base salaryStrong leadership skills and ability to lead by exampleHigh comfort level with change, along with strong influencing skills catalyzing others to changePreference towards individuals with experience in implementation of continuous improvement tools and processesStrong organization skills with the ability to prioritize and work in a fast-paced environmentSolid interpersonal skills and team orientationTechnical and problem-solving capabilitiesProficient knowledge of MS Office: Word, Excel & PowerpointExcellent verbal and written communication in EnglishWhy Anheuser-BuschAt Anheuser-Busch, our purpose is to create a future with more cheers. For more than 165 years as a leading American manufacturer, Anheuser-Busch has delivered a legacy of brewing great-tasting, high-quality beers that have satisfied beer drinkers for generations. As the nation's top brewer, one of the fastest growing spirits companies, and an insurgent force in energy drinks, we drive economic prosperity nationwide through investments in our people, facilities, and communities. We are the only alcohol company that invests in the U.S. at this scale.BenefitsHealth benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness and Tax-Advantaged Savings and Spending AccountsLife Insurance and Disability Income ProtectionGenerous Parental Leave and FMLA policies401(k) Retirement Savings options with a company matching contributionChance to work in a fast-paced environment among a company of ownersFree Beer!