Manager, Brewing Optimization and Capability Development

Mark Anthony Group is an entrepreneurial drinks company, built from the ground up by thinking differently, innovating and doing the unexpected. Our company is rooted in family values, a bold vision and relentless determination to continuously raise the bar and make a positive difference in consumers' lives. Founded in 1972, we’ve grown organically from a one-person import wine business into an international drinks company whose hallmarks include a portfolio of luxury wineries and iconic beverage brands, including White Claw® Hard Seltzer, Mike’s Hard Lemonade, and Cayman Jack.

Role Purpose

As the Brewing Optimization and Capability Development Manager, you will champion the intersection of brewing science, process excellence, and people development to elevate performance across our brewery network. You will ensure our brewing operations run efficiently, consistently, and cost‑effectively while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and technical mastery. In this role, you’ll lead high‑impact optimization projects, drive cross‑functional initiatives that enhance quality, reduce losses, and standardize best practices, and build the brewing capabilities that empower MAB teams to deliver world‑class results.

Accountabilities

Innovation & Exploration 

• Lead research, testing, and evaluation of emerging technologies and trends within the beverage industry. 
• Partner with R&D, Packaging, and Technical Services to scale innovation effectively and achieve right-first-time performance for new liquids.
• Translate experimental trials into production‑ready processes, ensuring feasibility, efficiency, and quality at scale.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to explore new brewing possibilities, drive breakthrough improvements, and support future‑focused technology solutions. 

Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to brewing process optimization programs across all sites, leveraging data analytics, loss mapping, and continuous improvement frameworks to drive measurable gains. 
• Identify and embed cost‑effective solutions through cross‑functional collaboration with Engineering, CapEx, Technical Services, and site brewing teams.
• Build and sustain capability within brewing and process teams through targeted training, assessments, and mentoring.
• Support the development of long‑term capital and technology roadmaps aligned to performance improvement goals.
• Document and share technical knowledge to strengthen organizational learning and consistent execution 

Operational Support & Issue Resolution 

• Serve as a technical expert for brewing processes, providing expertise and guidance across all MAB sites.
• Act as a key point of contact for complex brewing and process‑related technical challenges within the network.
• Partner closely with site teams to troubleshoot issues, stabilize processes, and ensure consistent, high‑quality operations.
• Provide technical coaching and structured development to elevate on‑site brewing expertise.
• Ensure timely knowledge transfer and documentation to support operational resilience and continuity. 

Skills & Experience Needed 

• Bachelor’s degree in Brewing/Fermentation Science, Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, or a closely related technical field. 
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in brewing or process engineering, with a strong track record in process optimization and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to drive technical change across multiple sites, effectively influencing stakeholders and teams without direct authority.
• Skilled in designing and delivering technical training programs that build brewing expertise and elevate team capability.
• Strong data‑driven problem‑solving skills with the ability to interpret process data, diagnose root causes, and translate insights into practical improvements.
• Proven success partnering with Engineering, Quality, R&D, and Operations teams to align priorities, standardize practices, and accelerate implementation of technical solutions. 

At Mark Anthony, we exist to Unearth the Extraordinary: 

Our Purpose is not just a statement; it is a call to action that binds us together and ignites our passion for making a difference. It is the driving force behind why we do what we do every single day, connecting our global organization across all business units, roles, and locations. We are:

Best in Our Craft
We set the standard with a pursuit of excellence that can be found in everything from our products and processes to our plants and people.​

Ambitiously Curious
We stay curious, dreaming big and navigating the unknown with an enduring belief in better.​​ 

Made With Humility
We bring humility, authenticity, fun, and support to every collaboration and celebrate wins as a team. 

Daringly Disruptive
We disrupt the status quo, moving fast to seize opportunities and acting scrappy ​to stay ahead of industry giants.