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Production & QA Manager

Employer: Williamsburg Alewerks LLC dba Alewerks Brewing Company

Location: Williamsburg, Virginia

Position Type: Full-Time

PRIOR BREWERY MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED

Position Summary

The Production & QA Manager is a full-time, operations-based leadership role responsible for the day-to-day management of Alewerks’ production facility. This position oversees all brewing, cellaring, packaging, warehousing, and maintenance activities to ensure efficient operations, consistent product quality, and compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

The Production & QA Manager manages brewing and packaging schedules, coordinates with contract brewing partners and vendors, and serves as the primary point of contact for all personnel working within the production facility. The role provides leadership and supervision to brewers, cellarmen, packaging staff, warehouse personnel, and maintenance staff.

As the senior leader of manufacturing operations, the Production & QA Manager ensures production goals are achieved while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate is an experienced brewery professional who can work independently, collaborate with the broader management team, and develop staff through training, mentorship, and strong operational leadership.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Personnel Management

• Lead and manage production staff to ensure safe, efficient, and productive operations
• Participate in hiring, training, and performance reviews in collaboration with the Operations Director
• Maintain appropriate staffing levels to meet operational needs while managing labor costs responsibly
• Schedule production personnel and oversee timesheet review and approval

Brewing & Cellar Operations

• Oversee all brewing and cellaring activities while remaining actively involved in daily production
• Ensure proper storage and inventory of chemicals, raw materials, packaging materials, and finished product
• Train staff on standard operating procedures and equipment safety, including regular process reviews
• Maintain accurate production records and regulatory documentation
• Manage production data and reporting through brewery software (currently Encompass)
• Coordinate equipment maintenance needs with the maintenance team

Packaging Operations

• Oversee the packaging team and ensure performance meets operational expectations
• Assist with packaging operations as needed, including line operation, changeovers, repacks, and coverage for breaks
• Ensure packaging staff complete all required pre-run checks including product verification, seam checks, sanitation, and safety procedures
• Maintain accurate packaging records and documentation
• Monitor packaging efficiency and minimize product loss while maximizing yield

Quality Assurance

• Lead all quality assurance and quality control programs within the brewery
• Ensure proper sanitation, and microbiological testing procedures are followed
• Maintain QA documentation, incubation procedures, and plating protocols
• Investigate product quality issues and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence
• Maintain QA equipment, preventative maintenance schedules, and required supplies

Warehouse & Inventory Management

• Plan production schedules to maintain product availability and avoid out-of-stock situations in coordination with the Warehouse Manager
• Ensure necessary raw materials and production inputs are available ahead of scheduled brews

Facility Cleaning & Compliance

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized production environment
• Delegate and verify routine cleaning procedures throughout the facility
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to warehousing, material handling, and workplace safety, including OSHA standards

Requirements

• Prior brewery management experience required
• Minimum 5 years experience in brewing and cellaring
• Valid Virginia driver’s license with clean driving record
• Willingness to adjust schedule as needed to meet production demands

Desired Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills
• Strong planning, organizational skills, and attention to detail
• Pride in maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient production environment
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced manufacturing setting
• Proficiency with computer tools including Google Docs, Google Sheets, email, calendaring, and brewery management software (Encompass preferred)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to regularly twist, turn, and lift materials and equipment up to 65 lbs
• Ability to maneuver 175 lb kegs using proper equipment and techniques
• Comfortable working in a production environment with moderate to loud noise levels and fluctuating temperatures

Job description:

Overview

We are seeking a highly capable and strategic Operations Manager to lead and optimize our organizational processes across various departments. This pivotal role involves overseeing daily operations, driving business development initiatives, and ensuring the achievement of operational excellence. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, management expertise, and a proactive approach to process improvement, contributing significantly to the company's growth and profitability. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a dynamic professional committed to fostering efficiency, innovation, and sustainable success within a fast-paced environment.

Essential Job Functions

· Directs day to day manufacturing to achieve established production goals on budget, including labor to sales ratio; and, works to continuously identify cost efficiencies and to improve processes.

· Supervises approximately 25-50 employees including performance evaluation and performance management; oversees recruiting/hiring utilizing best practices to ensure staffing needs are met; and, participates in and promotes employee engagement and retention efforts.

· Analyzes and troubleshoots complex process challenges in collaboration with engineers, technical staff, and the organization senior leadership team.

· Consults with customers regarding new applications, existing product improvements, and product issues to promote positive customer relations and encourage business development.

· Leads employee training and compliance; and, ensures safety, health and environmental procedures and best practices followed at all times.

· Supports and maintains quality systems; leads SPC, layered audits and daily work procedures to ensure production time optimized.

· Works closely with executive team to maximize plant safety, quality, efficiency and profitability.

· Coordinates engineering, maintenance and other support functions to ensure efficient production with limited down time; manages production line preventatives maintenance to effectively limit production down time; develops long and short-term goals with an emphasis on “continuous improvement” of quality and profitability.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Preparation Needed

· Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor of Science degree in Management or Engineering, preferably Mechanical, Industrial or Chemical Engineering; extensive experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment, preferably involved with metal finishing; and, extensive experience in supervising role in high volume manufacturing environment. Military experience preferred, and, in some instances may be accepted in place of manufacturing experience.

· Knowledge of electrochemistry, electric/electronic circuitry, and related materials; materials processing (including machining); assembly processes; metrology systems (mechanical, non-contact, and contact systems).

· Demonstrated ability to attract, motivate, and retain staff.

· Ability to manage projects; analyze and resolve complex issues using statistical tools; work with minimal supervision; and, the flexibility to quickly address new directions/concerns.

· Excellent oral and written communication skills, fluency in foreign languages a plus; and, must effectively work as part of a team.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Computer Aided Design software preferred.

· Prefer experience with anodizing, chrome plating, Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma.

• Take care of your community while participating in activities to promote a positive image of the company!
• Join in morning huddles (hey, you can even run one!), plan your day and let your team know how much you appreciate them, highlight great examples of customer focus, collaboration, meeting goals, etc.
• Love working with kids (they make up 70% or more of our patient base)

• DentaPro software
• Digital x-ray and Panorex units
• Fiber-optic handpieces
• Yearly OSHA and HIPPA and Emergency Management training
• Ratio of 1 hygienist, 1 hygiene assistant, 2 dental assistants per provider
• Patient Base: primarily ages 3-21 and up to 30% adult population (depending upon location)
• Office flow: average 10-12 operative patients and 20-25 hygiene patients
• State insurance plans, PPO and out-of-network payor mix

• Guaranteed base pay of $850/day with uncapped earning potential
• Sign on bonus: up to $50,000 (based on experience and start date)
• Student loan repayment assistance of $1,000/month
• Relocation Assistance: Up to $7,500
• No lab fees
• FT providers are eligible to participate in Medical/Dental/Vision insurance plans, HSA/FSA
• Short Term Disability/Long Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance plans are paid for by company
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Company paid malpractice insurance coverage
• Paid holidays and time off
• Continuing Education reimbursements
• CE offered through ADA Accredited Continued Education Recognition Program (C.E.R.P)
• Reimbursements for associated licenses, certifications, and professional dues such as ADA and/or AAPD memberships
• Multiple schedule options to help maintain a healthy work/life balance
• VISA and Green Card sponsorship available

• DDS/DMD from a dental education program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation
• Current, valid license to practice dentistry in states where providing care or eligible for licensure
• Other certifications as required - CPR, DEA, etc.
• Nitrous Oxide certification (only LA, MS, DC, TX, MA)
• Compassion and a strong desire to provide dental care to both children and adults

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