Production Manager - Organic Craft Brewing & Copacking

Production Manager

Organic Craft Brewing & Copacking

NOTE:

MUST HAVE PRIOR BREWERY MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE! DO NOT APPLY WITHOUT THAT.

This position is a full‑time, facility operations‑based role that reports to the CEO. The Production & QA Manager is responsible for all the day‑to‑day operations of the production facility, managing brewing and packaging schedules, communicating with contract customers and vendors, and overseeing all personnel in the facility.

• Personnel Management
  • Hire and let go of staff as needed based on performance, safety, and other critical areas.
  • Manage an efficient labor force while being mindful of the company’s P&L to minimize unnecessary labor spend.
  • Meet monthly with each employee for team building and performance improvement.
  • Set work schedules, ensure state‑required breaks, and manage digital time sheets.
  • Edit time sheets and correct mixed punches in ADP or current payroll software.
• Quality Assurance
  • Lead all QA tasks for proper filtration, pasteurization, plating, incubation, documentation, and sanitization.
  • Inspect and troubleshoot product issues, maintain QA equipment PM, and pursue off‑site training seminars as required.
• Brewing & Cellar Management
  • Oversee brewing, cellaring, and active participation in these processes.
  • Ensure proper storage and inventory of chemicals, parts, materials, and product.
  • Train staff on SOPs and safety, conduct monthly reviews with staff.
  • Maintain records for certifications such as Organic, Vegan, Kosher, and Gluten‑Free; perform annual inspections.
  • Ensure accurate EKOS for tank representation and transfers; communicate maintenance needs to maintenance.
• Warehouse & Inventory Management
  • Track brews and plan to avoid OOS of Local Roots brands and maintain co‑packing schedules.
  • Oversee the warehouse manager and ensure fulfillment expectations are met.
  • Accurate order building, assembly, fulfillment, freight, and shipment coordination.
  • Maintain accurate physical & brewery EKOS inventory, ensuring FIFO rotation, proper dating, and labeling.
  • Maintain warehouse cleanliness, safety, and preventative maintenance for equipment.
  • Educate team on federal, state, and local warehousing regulations and OSHA safety standards.
  • Act as main point of contact for Powered Industrial Truck safety certifications.
• Packaging Management
  • Oversee the packaging team and assist as needed during breaks, repacks, or running canning lines.
  • Ensure pre‑run checklists for product and material verification, cleaning, sanitization, and storage.
  • Maintain EKOS documentation of packaged goods and limit loss while maximizing yield.

• MUST HAVE PRIOR BREWERY MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE!
• 5+ years brewing and cellaring
• Valid California Driver’s License with a clean driving record
• Analytical problem‑solving skills
• Strong communication, teamwork, and planning with extreme attention to detail
• Take pride in maintaining a clean, well‑functioning facility
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast‑paced environment with poise
• Proficient computer skills (Google Docs/Sheets, calendaring, e‑mailing, EKOS)
• Willingness to adjust hours as needed for facility requirements

• Stand for extended periods of time
• Twist, turn, lift supplies, materials, and equipment up to 65‑lb (e.g., 30‑lb cases, 50‑lb malt bags, 65‑lb kegs)
• Maneuver 175‑lb kegs of beer using appropriate techniques and tools
• Work in a production environment with moderate‑to‑loud noise and temperature fluctuations

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