Brewing Area Owner – Brewing Department

About the role

The Brewing Area Owner reports to the Brewing Department manager and works on a day‑based schedule in Samlesbury. You will join a multi‑skilled team focused on fault finding, equipment optimisation and maximizing uptime across the brewing operation.

Key responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement, implement SOPs and monitor departmental KPIs.
• Lead, coach and develop the team, handling performance reviews, training and succession planning.
• Ensure effective communication, shift handovers and workforce flexibility to meet production targets.
• Manage cost performance, including maintenance and utility expenses, while supporting operational excellence.
• Maintain compliance with health, safety, environmental, quality and HACCP standards.

Required profile

• Minimum A‑level (or equivalent) education with willingness to study for the IBD Diploma in Brewing.
• Proven experience managing teams in a high‑speed manufacturing or production environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and lead organisational change.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing principles, continuous improvement and brewing processes.

Required skills

• Lean Manufacturing
• Six Sigma (preferred)
• Brewing process knowledge, including yeast management and fermentation cycles
• IBD Diploma in Brewing (studying)

What we offer

• Competitive parental leave, double pension contributions and 25 days holiday per year.
• Employee wellbeing benefits such as travel insurance, gym memberships, discounted services and dental cover.
• Beer allowance, 2 volunteer days per year and WPA Private Medical Care.
• 26 weeks paid leave for primary caregivers.