Manufacturing Area Manager

Meridien Labs; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Wellness programs

Life insurance

Parental leave

401(k) plan

Job summary

Meridien Labs in Virginia seeks a Brewery Area Manager or Shift Supervisor to lead front-line teams in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. This hands-on role emphasizes continuous improvement, safety, and quality on the production floor using lean methods and data‑driven problem solving.

You will manage diverse teams, work with unions, adapt to rotating shifts including weekends and holidays, and mentor employees while driving performance and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and GPA 2.8+; student or recent graduate.
• Engineering or Science background preferred.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts including weekends, holidays and overtime.
• Ability to walk elevated catwalks, stand long periods, and work in extreme conditions.
• Ability to leverage data to solve complex problems.
• Demonstrated leadership and teamwork capabilities.
• Self-motivated to drive results and delivery.
• Collaborative and inclusive mindset.
• No visa sponsorship for F-1/H-1B

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead front-line operational teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Drive performance through teamwork, empowerment, and leadership in a union environment.
• Ensure safety on the production floor and uphold quality standards.
• Identify and solve personnel and process issues to improve plant success.
• Utilize data analysis and lean methods to improve product and process efficiency.
• Provide ongoing training, coaching, and development to employees.

Skills

Front-line leadership

Data analysis

Lean manufacturing

Teamwork

Problem solving

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Engineering or Science background

Job description

Job Description: This role focuses on quality improvement, manufacturing, and operations. If you are interested in a hands-on, continuous improvement-oriented, fast-paced role in a world-class manufacturing environment then the company's Brewery Area Manager within one of the company's Brewery Operations or the company's Shift Supervisor role within one of the company's Manufacturing Operations is the role is for you.

Position Responsibilities

• Developing and leading front-line operational teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Bring your authentic self to work every day, lead with humility and drive top performance in a fast-paced industrial manufacturing environment.
• As a front-line manager, you will be leading diverse teams where you will identify ways to drive performance through teamwork, empowerment, and leadership in a union environment.
• Safety is a top priority. Brewery Area Managers and Shift Supervisors will need to ensure the safety of yourself and others on the production floor is compliant with all company policies.
• The company's front-line managers and their teams are the keepers of quality. You are responsible for upholding quality standards for all products.
• Problem-solving both personnel and process-related issues are key for individual and plant success! You will be reliant on your team for understanding the process. Relationship building is a key factor in your success in this role.
• Through training, you will learn to detect systematic issues through visual or oral methods from machines or equipment and discuss the operations with maintenance workers to diagnose problems or repair machines. Machines include pumps, motors, heat exchangers, and other various packaging equipment used in the beer making process.
• You will be expected to utilize data analysis and other lean manufacturing methods used for process improvement to enhance product/process efficiency.
• Provide ongoing training, coaching, discipline, and development to employees. You will need to be able to have tough conversations with a diverse group of people.

Qualifications

• Current university student or recent university graduate - Bachelor's Degree with a GPA of 2.8 or greater.
• A background in Engineering or Science is preferred.
• The company's Breweries and Technical Operations are 24/7 - 365 day a year facilities which requires alternating shift work for participants who enter the program. You must have flexibility to work varying shifts including weekends, holidays, & overtime. Weekends are paid above base salary.
• Must have the ability to walk up and down elevated catwalks and stairs, stand for long periods of time, and work in all environmental conditions including extreme temperatures.
• Ability to leverage data and insights to provide effective solutions to complex problems.
• Can demonstrate leadership capabilities in previous work experience and/or extracurricular activities.
• Self-motivated to drive results and deliver above and beyond expectations.
• Ability to collaborate, be an active listener, seek diverse opinions and input from others, and foster an inclusive environment.
• Embraces ambiguity and thrives in a fast-paced environment. Able to effectively manage several projects and teams at once, while being agile in the face of setbacks and change.
• As a general rule, the Company does not offer practical training positions for F-1 visa holders nor sponsor individuals for purposes of obtaining temporary work visas (e.g., H-1B) or permanent residency ("Green Cards"). Individuals who require sponsorship will be removed from the selection process.

Benefits

• Health benefits.
• Wellness programs.
• Life insurance.
• Parental leave.
• 401(k) plan.

Compensation

• The compensation for this role is $85,500 per year.