Winery Operations Manager - Soledad

JOB SUMMARY Reporting to the Vice President of Operations, the Operations Manager is responsible for direction and supervision for the day‑to‑day operations of the facility as it relates to production, quality, safety, training, and development. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Supervises all production functions including cellar, barrel, tank, and maintenance. Must be able to learn and effectively train others on all work processes in accordance with SOPs and hold individuals accountable, as necessary. Monitors performance of exempt/non‑exempt staff and communicates within the management team. Ensures compliance with all safety, personnel procedures, and policies. Responsible for the training, development, counseling, safety, and discipline of assigned staff. Check items received, locate in appropriate storage area(s) and complete proper documentation. Accountable for the accuracy and completeness of all production logs and records. Recommend changes in work methods, process, and equipment to reduce cost and/or improve the quality of production. Oversee all maintenance functions and staff. Manage the execution and closure of all work orders – in electronic system. Responsible for administration of safety and regulatory compliance. Responsible for Government/TTB compliance. Responsible for the purchase and inventory control of winery raw materials including maintenance supplies. Responsible for knowing operation KPIs and accountable for meeting KPI standards. Maintain a close working relationship with other Winery Operations. Work under the supervision and mentoring of Operations/Maintenance leaders. All duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required. Possess at least 3 years of experience working within a wine or beverage industry. 5–7 years of supervisory experience. Proficient in MS Office and knowledge of JDE application preferred. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills with attention to detail. Ability to set priorities and work independently within set guidelines. Upon assignment, the Company may require First Aid, CPR, AED, Emergency Responder and/or other certifications, as necessary. Strong knowledge of production/manufacturing operations. Provide good verbal and written communications to all levels of management, both internally and externally. Prioritize while able to adapt to changing priorities. Demonstrated reliability and punctuality, work effectively in a team/crew environment, adherence to all safety regulations and operating procedures. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Primary work environment is on the production floor. Position will be exposed to indoor and outdoor environments with varying noise levels. Ability to perform tasks requiring bending, stooping, standing, and twisting in the performance of various tasks in a production environment. Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. COMPENSATION Hiring Salary Range Posted:$108,300–$162,500 Present compensation will be based on factors such as experience; skills, knowledge, and abilities; education; and other position related factors. At The Wine Group, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to an environment of mutual respect, diversity, and inclusion. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Wine Group