Area Manager - Brewing Operations

Anheuser-Busch • Fort Collins, CO

7d • $79,200 - $94,050

About The Position

If you’re looking for a hands-on, fast-paced leadership role in a world-class manufacturing environment, the Brewery Area Manager position at our Fort Collins Brewery offers the opportunity to lead teams, drive continuous improvement, and support the production of some of America’s most iconic brands. You’ll oversee brewing operations—owning budgets, performance, and process optimization—while leading a team on the production floor to achieve key metrics in safety, quality, and efficiency. This role is ideal for someone eager to grow as a leader, problem-solver, and change agent within a dynamic and innovative brewery.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree is required, with a concentration in engineering, supply chain management, science, or related area strongly preferred
• 1–3 years of experience as a supervisor in a unionized production department preferred
• Willingness to work any shifts required (days, afternoons, midnights)
• Willingness to work some weekends based on production or maintenance activities; weekends are paid above base salary
• Strong leadership skills and ability to lead by example
• High comfort level with change, along with strong influencing skills catalyzing others to change
• Preference toward individuals with experience in implementing continuous improvement tools and processes
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and work in a fast-paced environment
• Solid interpersonal skills and team orientation
• Technical and problem-solving capabilities
• Proficient knowledge of MS Office: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English

Nice To Haves

• Preference toward individuals with experience in implementing continuous improvement tools and processes

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of unionized employees in a 24/7 production environment to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency goals are met
• Manage daily operations, including production schedules, inventories, and performance tracking through SAP
• Identify and implement process improvements to drive results using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
• Oversee health, safety, and environmental compliance and promote safe work practices
• Coach, train, and develop team members through feedback, performance reviews, and upskilling opportunities
• Ensure Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are followed and quality standards are consistently achieved
• Partner with senior leaders to execute process improvement initiatives and departmental goals
• Maintain effective relationships with union representatives and ensure compliance with labor contracts

Benefits

• Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness and Tax-Advantaged Savings and Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance and Disability Income Protection
• Generous Parental Leave and FMLA policies
• 401(k) Retirement Savings options with a company matching contribution
• Chance to work in a fast-paced environment among a company of owners
• Free Beer!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees