Beverage Production Manager

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations including developing a daily production plan and ensuring daily operations goals are realized
• Manage a growing team of Production Operators (20+)
• Develop plans for all aspects of production including equipment purchases, staffing needs, work schedules, and material requirements
• Design, implement, and manage production forecasting, capacity planning, and production scheduling based on prioritization of different customer orders in partnership with Commercial team and ensure orders are met in a timely fashion
• Evaluate multiple scenarios during production planning for utilization of equipment and labor and ensure the right scenario is chosen along with robust backup plans
• Ensure a healthy and safe manufacturing environment for all employees in compliance with federal and state regulations
• Collaborate with procurement and supply chain to plan packaging materials inventory to ensure timely availability for production
• Develop a thorough understanding of process flow and key controls of the manufacturing processes; use this knowledge along with daily observations of all areas of the operations facility to drive continuous improvement of throughput and yield
• Design and implement new manufacturing processes and procedures to improve efficiency and reduce costs
• Establish a system to monitor all variable and fixed costs (e.g., raw material, labor, utilities, etc.) linked to manufacturing in partnership with Finance
• Design and implement SOPs providing production instruction for all formulations including make-to-stock and made-to-order runs
• Establish a metrics-driven performance management system across cost, service, safety, quality; provide weekly report on performance across established metrics
• Build a robust preventative maintenance plan for all manufacturing equipment and order new parts in timely fashion to minimize downtime driven by equipment issues
• Develop internal talent with effective coaching, feedback, and individual development plans and ensure multiple employees are trained across manufacturing process to drive consistency in manufacturing output and minimize dependency on individuals
• Devise strategy to scale up operations and add new lines
• Define quality standards (including both quality control and quality assurance) across our manufacturing (bench top to large scale) and set up systems and processes to meet those standards
• Establish robust metrics-driven system to measure quality of each batch and develop processes to meet defined goals for these metrics (e.g., particle size, PH, etc.)
• Lead processes to obtain GMP, Organic, and other relevant certifications for Nulixir’s manufacturing facility
• Maintain relevant quality and regulatory certification on an annual basis

Qualifications

• A minimum of 8+ years of experience in manufacturing operations with at least 2+ years of that experience in food & beverage, food B2B, or other industries with adjacent manufacturing processes
• Worked in a variety of manufacturing roles, including quality control, production, maintenance, purchasing, inventory management and logistics
• Experience leading end-to-end manufacturing operations for a single or multiple facilities
• Establishing new manufacturing systems, processes, and operations (e.g., experience in setting up new facilities)
• Overseeing key vendor and 3rd party relationships
• Strong experience in establishing and maintaining a world-class quality organization within food and beverage

Skills and Competencies

• Training and knowledge of metrics and data-driven approach to managing performance and decision-making process to evaluate manufacturing performance across quality, safety, cost and service
• Experience with rapidly growing, fast paced businesses and / or start-up experience; need to have a good understanding of start-up culture and mentality
• Collaborative work style with colleagues across functions, partners, and external support resources
• Ability to clearly communicate findings and to support conclusions and recommendations.
• Self-motivated, organized, and resilient – with ability to define goals, prioritize workplans and overcome obstacles.
• Experience in managing proprietary and confidential product portfolios with utmost discretion
• Comfortable working at both a strategic and tactical level
• Ability to find creative solutions to complex problems
• Entrepreneurial and self-starter
• Thrives in an ambiguous environment with limited datapoints
• Self-motivated, high energy and collaborative work style

About Nulixir

Nulixir is defining the fundamentals of Nutrition Precision for the future generations. In the heart of our founding team lies a shared past deeply rooted in Cancer Research at some of the most prestigious institutions worldwide. Our journey began in the sterile environments of laboratories, where we dedicated ourselves to understanding the intricacies of one of humanity’s most formidable adversaries—cancer. Surrounded by the brightest minds and cutting-edge technology, we pursued breakthroughs in pharmaceuticals, aiming to extend lifespans and enhance the quality of life for those battling this relentless disease. Yet, as we delved deeper into the science of healing, a transformative realization dawned upon us: the most potent medicine and the key to preemptive health care does not always come in the form of pills or therapies, but from the very sustenance that fuels us—our food. Driven by a pioneering spirit and a fervent desire to make a more encompassing impact on human health, we embarked on a bold transition from pharma to food. Our mission transcends the confines of combating illness to redefining wellness at its core. We envisioned a world where daily nutrition does not merely serve to satisfy hunger but acts as a foundational pillar for disease prevention and optimal health. This vision is rooted in the ancient wisdom that "true medicine is our daily food," a principle that guides our journey towards revolutionizing what we define as “food”. In this culture deck, we outline the principles and values that define us—not just as a company, but as a movement. We are united by a belief in the power of food to transform lives, a commitment to innovation that marries science with nature, and a dedication to creating products that do more than nourish—they empower and heal. Our journey from cancer researchers to pioneers in the food industry underscores a commitment to preventative health and a passion for harnessing the potential of food as the ultimate form of medicine. Together, we are not just changing diets; we are reshaping the Future of Intelligent Food for generations to come.