Asheville General Manager

New Belgium Brewing; United States; Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental Insurance

Basic Term Life & AD&D Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

401k Match

Paid Caregiver Leave

Profit Sharing

Job summary

New Belgium Brewing is seeking a General Manager to oversee all aspects of the brewing operation, including production, maintenance, and personnel management. This role ensures production goals are achieved, quality standards are maintained, and the facility complies with regulatory requirements.

The General Manager will drive long-term operational strategy, lead across multiple brewing production disciplines and sites, hire and develop a strong leadership team, and continuously improve safety

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in brewing science, food science, engineering, or related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in brewing plant operations with management or leadership.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to brewing plant operations.
• Knowledge of brewing processes, equipment, and materials.
• Knowledge of quality control and safety procedures.
• Ability to hire, train, and manage personnel.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Proven ability to lead across multiple brewing production disciplines and/or multiple brewing sites.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of production, including brewing, packaging, distribution, and maintenance.
• Develop and implement production plans to meet goals while maintaining quality.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and obtain necessary permits.
• Manage the plant budget to meet financial targets.
• Conduct workforce analysis to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement.
• Hire, train, and manage coworkers to meet production goals.
• Stay up to date with industry developments and technology.
• Develop and drive long-term operational strategy while building leadership capability across the organization.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

People management

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Regulatory knowledge

Computer skills

Brewing knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in brewing science, food science, engineering, or related field

At least 5 years of experience in brewing plant operations with management/leadership

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The General Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the brewing operation, including production, maintenance, and personnel management. The General Manager will ensure that production goals are achieved, quality standards are maintained, and the facility operates in compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Essential Duties:

• Manage all aspects of production, including brewing, packaging, distribution, and maintenance.
• Develop and implement production plans to ensure that production goals are met while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Ensure that all production processes are in compliance with regulatory requirements and that all necessary permits are obtained.
• Manage the plant budget to ensure that financial targets are met.
• Conduct workforce analysis to identify gaps, trends, and opportunities for improvement.
• Hire, train, and manage coworkers to ensure that they are qualified and motivated to meet production goals and maintain high-quality standards.
• Stay up to date with industry developments and technology advancements to ensure that the plant operates efficiently and effectively.
• Develop and drive long-term operational strategy while building leadership capability across the organization.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education / Experience / Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in brewing science, food science, engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in brewing plant operations, with experience in a management or leadership role.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to brewing plant operations.
• Knowledge of brewing processes, equipment, and materials.
• Knowledge of quality control and safety procedures.
• Ability to hire, train, and manage personnel.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Proven ability to lead across multiple brewing production disciplines and/or multiple brewing sites.
• Brewing experience
• Strong people leadership
• FSSC/ISO Certification

Wage information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is Bell’s and New Belgium’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, or other position-related reasons.

Starting Salary Range: $160,000 - $185,000

All Full time Coworkers at Bell’s and New Belgium enjoy the following benefits after one calendar month of employment: Medical & Dental Insurance (options available for dependents), Basic Term Life and AD&D Insurance, Short Term Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, PTO, 401k Match, Paid Caregiver Leave, and Profit Sharing. Details will be shared and questionsansweredduring our interview

Percent of Travel:

0% - 20%

Working Conditions:

Office; Remote; Production

EEO Statement

Bell’s and New Belgium welcomes all. We are committed to building an environment that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive within our own walls and amidst the entire craft beer community.

Bell’s and New Belgium strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, gender identity and expression (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.