Supervisor, Brewing Night Shift

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, Cayman Jack and Más by Messi™.

Role Purpose

Mark Anthony Brewing Inc. is hiring a BREWING SUPERVISOR is responsible for the operation and active performance management of the Brewing Operators and Lead Brewer. This role will work closely with the Sr. Manager, Brewing, Lead Brewer and the Brewing Operators to ensure meeting production targets while adhering to safety and quality control standards. This position will be a front-line leader in the brewing area.

Accountabilities & Impact

• Safety / Food Safety: Ensure that the team follows safety guidelines, as well as adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). Investigate and address safety incidents, near-misses, and hazards promptly.
• Quality Control: Oversee quality control measures to maintain product quality and consistency and ensure that the team adheres to quality standards.
• Brewing Operations: Supervise and coordinate Brewing processes areas and ensure that all tasks are completed according to production schedules and quality standards. Ensure continuous operation of equipment, monitoring and troubleshooting areas of assigned shift.
• Productivity and Efficiency: Utilize understanding of Fermentation science to monitor fermenter efficiency and movement. Identify opportunities to improve brewing efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize production processes. Implement continuous improvement initiatives and cost-saving measures.
• Equipment Maintenance: Oversee routine maintenance and cleaning of brewing equipment. Report any equipment malfunctions or maintenance needs and collaborate with Maintenance Department to drive critical maintenance repairs and PMs.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records and documentation related to production, quality control, and safety. Use documentation to track performance and identify areas that require improvement.
• Inventory Management: Maintain accurate records of ingredients and supplies. Coordinate with inventory control to ensure that an adequate supply is available.
• Team Leadership: Lead and motivate the team, providing guidance, training, and support as needed. Schedule and assign work tasks, to ensure cross-training, maximize use of all available resources, and overall team competency.
• Escalation Procedures: Escalating problems or concerns that cannot be resolved at the team level, to higher-level management (department heads or plant manager) as it relates to safety, quality, performance goals, productivity, continuous improvement, and teamwork/harmony.
• Shift Scheduling: Assist in shift scheduling and ensure proper staffing to meet production demands. Communicate scheduling changes and adjustments to team members.
• Supervision: Lead and manage the team, providing clear direction and ensuring that team members are properly trained and equipped to carry out their responsibilities. Identify training and development needs within the team and provide or facilitate training as necessary.
• Communication: Maintain clear and open communication within the packaging team. This includes providing guidance, instructions, and support to packaging operators, team leads, and other team members. Communicate detailed and accurate shift performance through end of shift reports, shift handover meetings, daily production meetings, email, action logs, work orders, etc.
• Process Improvement: Encourage a culture of continuous improvement, involve team members in problem-solving and process optimization efforts and recommend process changes.
• Performance Feedback: Conduct performance evaluations and provide regular constructive feedback. Recognize achievements and address areas for improvement. Take corrective actions when team members do not meet performance expectations: coaching, counseling, or disciplinary actions as necessary.
• Accountability Discussions: Hold one-on-one accountability discussions with team members to review their performance, discuss areas for improvement, and set goals for continued development.
• Time management: Manages team members time and attendance, including schedules, timecards approval, time-off approval, and adherence to No-Fault Attendance Policy.
  
  

Skills & Experiences Needed

• Associate degree and/or equivalent experience, Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 5 years of supervisory / leadership experience in manufacturing environment.
• Brewing certifications – preferred.
• Previous Brewing or high-speed food/beverage manufacturing experience.
• Must be proficient in the use of computer and software skills such as MS Office, Teams, and email. Excel - intermediate.
• Proven ability to implement and maintain a management system.
• Lean Six Sigma or similar program experience – preferred.
  
  

 

The Brewing Supervisor position is well-suited for you if you have/are:

• Demonstrated leadership skills with proven ability to negotiate and influence effectively with internal partners.
• Proven ability to develop, motivate, and empower employees (hourly), while fostering an environment that promotes teamwork and collaboration.
• Strong problem-solving ability and analytical mindset, efficient decision making to ensure that all shift measurables are met.
• Excellent communication skills both orally and written. Ability to communicate technical and complex concepts.
• Ability to manage well under pressure while staying true to the company values.
• Ability to provide and receive open and regular feedback and adjust accordingly.
• Works collaboratively within various teams. Ability to adjust communication/leadership style as needed and when appropriate.
• Fully accountable owner of self and team behaviors and results.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Fast-paced and constantly changing work environment.
• Subject to extreme temperatures.
• Shift work including days, evenings, overnight shifts, and up to 12 hrs.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand/move 8-12 hours per day.
• Ability to ascend/descend stairs/ladders throughout shift.
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including (but not limited to) bump cap, safety steel toe shoes, safety glasses, dust masks or PAPRs.
• Must adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
  
  

This position has been identified as a safety sensitive position within the state of Arizona.

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.