Head of Production

Position summary:

Reuben's Brews is looking for an experienced Head of Production with an unrelenting passion for the Craft Beer industry. This role will lead and oversee the brewery. They will oversee the production team, production facilities and equipment, manage relationships with outside partners, and ensure the highest standards of quality, efficiency and safety. This role would be a member of Reuben’s Brews senior leadership team.

About us:

Reuben's Brews is a family brewery that opened in 2012. We brew from the glass backwards: designing each beer with intention, unbound by constraints. We know making the extra effort is worth it. We are the most decorated brewery in Washington, have two brewhouses, two tasting rooms, and two private event spaces, and we distribute our beer predominantly in the Pacific Northwest. In 2023 we brewed 27,000 BBLs. 

The role:

This role is responsible for the following:

• Leadership, Management & Accountability 
• Production operations and results 
• Efficient scheduling of people and processes 
• Continuous improvement of quality and safety 
• Coordinating brewery maintenance and upkeep
• Special projects

The successful candidate will have:

• Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience, ideally in brewery or beverage operations.
• Minimum of 2 years managing and growing a significantly sized team through coaching, hiring and accountability
• Proven track record of managing production teams and optimizing processes. 
• Strong leadership, management and communication skills. Extremely organized, self-motivated, honest, and hard-working.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.  
• Highly organized and proficient in business software (spreadsheets / ERP systems etc).
• Knowledge of safe work operations and safety policies.
• Related degree or professional qualification would be highly beneficial.
• An interest in the beer industry, including a strong knowledge of Reuben’s.
• Physical demands include but are not limited to: Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; Often lift or move full 1/2BBL kegs.

In addition to these minimum requirements, we expect the successful candidate will demonstrate the following:

• Glass Backwards mentality – taking unique, solution-focused approaches to problems
• A proven track record of Making it Happen – infectiously enthusiastic and can-do attitude – a thirst to learn, to teach others, and an obsessive commitment to our brewery’s success is an absolute must
• Recognition that we are here to delight - for internal and external customers, partners, and the Reuben’s team as a whole 
• A One Team mentality – a team-focused approach to achieving results
• Other-centeredness - no ego, a focus on team results, and a willingness to roll up their sleeves and jump in where needed 
• A Passion for Craft - recognize and live a mentality that the extra effort is worth it. 

The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned from time to time as necessitated by business demands. Roles and responsibilities may evolve over the years reflecting the growth and maturity of the brewery.

Our team is the heart of Reuben’s Brews. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, career development opportunities and the exciting opportunity to help us craft a wonderful future.

• Medical and Dental Insurance (for all employees who work 20+ hours per week)
• Paid Time Off 
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with 4% company match 

Details:

• Must be over 21
• This position is in-person  
• Salary from $90,000/year plus bonus, DOE