Production Supervisor (Brew/Cellar)
Coronado Brewing Co., San Diego, CA, United States
Position Summary:
The Production Supervisor (Brew/Cellar) is responsible for all brewhouse and cellar operations, ensuring both hot and cold-side operations are executed safely, efficiently, and to specification. This role leads brewers and cellar team personnel and ensures recipes, production plans, and all brewery operations are executed accurately.
Core Leadership Responsibilities
Brewhouse Execution
Lead all wort production (mashing, lautering, boiling, knockout)
Ensure recipes are followed precisely (gravities, volumes, timing)
Own brewhouse efficiency (yield, cycle times)
Oversee fermentation, dry hopping, crashing, and conditioning
Manage transfers, centrifuge/filtration, and carbonation
Ensure proper tank scheduling and utilization
Willingness to work a variable shift dependent on operational needs of the brewery. May require night, weekend and 12‑hour work days.
Perform daily job duties including not limited to: CIP, Malt Milling, brew house operations, wort transfer, yeast pitching, cellar monitoring, filtration, general cleaning, beer quality tasting.
Perform other duties as assigned
Team Leadership
Reflect company core values and culture attitude
Direct day‑to‑day work of brewers and cellar team
Train team and reinforce SOP’s and safety practices
Ensure consistent execution of all brewhouse and cellar operations
Provide feedback to Head Brewer on performance
Responsible for all brew/cellar team member management responsibilities including, training and development, coaching, performance appraisals and progressive discipline for the brew/cellar team.
Production Coordination
Maintain real‑time visibility of tank status
Execute brew schedule set by Head Brewer
Communicate tank readiness with team and managers
Ensure smooth handoff from brewhouse → cellar
Coordinate with Packaging Manager/Supervisor/Lead on readiness
Collaborate on inventory management efforts including raw materials, packaging and finished goods
Data & Accuracy
Ensure all brew and cellar logs are accurate and complete
Track efficiency metrics (extract yield, brewhouse loss)
Maintain lot traceability
Flag inconsistencies or errors immediately
Quality Execution
Partner closely with QC and Head Brewer
Ensure adherence to specs (gravity, temp, DO, carbonation)
Protect beer quality through proper handling practices
Success Metrics
Brewhouse efficiency (% yield)
Brew cycle time adherence
Accuracy of brew/cellar logs and data
Safety performance
Consistency of wort specs
Tank utilization and turns
DO pickup and quality metrics
Loss during transfers
Requirements
Must reside in the county of San Diego, CA
3‑5+ years with brewing and cellar experience with strong understanding of both hot and cold processes.
Proven success in overseeing, leading, and mentoring a production brew team.
Proven decision making and analytical skills.
Prior experience in a fast paced environment which is heavily integrated with other functional departments.
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement a long‑term plan while multi‑tasking, prioritizing and adapting to changing situations.
Professional and proficient verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient with MS Office Applications and company ERP system
Must be able to frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift up to 75–100 pounds (e.g., grain bags, full kegs) with assistance from team members or mechanical aids
#J-18808-Ljbffr
The Production Supervisor (Brew/Cellar) is responsible for all brewhouse and cellar operations, ensuring both hot and cold-side operations are executed safely, efficiently, and to specification. This role leads brewers and cellar team personnel and ensures recipes, production plans, and all brewery operations are executed accurately.
Core Leadership Responsibilities
Brewhouse Execution
Lead all wort production (mashing, lautering, boiling, knockout)
Ensure recipes are followed precisely (gravities, volumes, timing)
Own brewhouse efficiency (yield, cycle times)
Oversee fermentation, dry hopping, crashing, and conditioning
Manage transfers, centrifuge/filtration, and carbonation
Ensure proper tank scheduling and utilization
Willingness to work a variable shift dependent on operational needs of the brewery. May require night, weekend and 12‑hour work days.
Perform daily job duties including not limited to: CIP, Malt Milling, brew house operations, wort transfer, yeast pitching, cellar monitoring, filtration, general cleaning, beer quality tasting.
Perform other duties as assigned
Team Leadership
Reflect company core values and culture attitude
Direct day‑to‑day work of brewers and cellar team
Train team and reinforce SOP’s and safety practices
Ensure consistent execution of all brewhouse and cellar operations
Provide feedback to Head Brewer on performance
Responsible for all brew/cellar team member management responsibilities including, training and development, coaching, performance appraisals and progressive discipline for the brew/cellar team.
Production Coordination
Maintain real‑time visibility of tank status
Execute brew schedule set by Head Brewer
Communicate tank readiness with team and managers
Ensure smooth handoff from brewhouse → cellar
Coordinate with Packaging Manager/Supervisor/Lead on readiness
Collaborate on inventory management efforts including raw materials, packaging and finished goods
Data & Accuracy
Ensure all brew and cellar logs are accurate and complete
Track efficiency metrics (extract yield, brewhouse loss)
Maintain lot traceability
Flag inconsistencies or errors immediately
Quality Execution
Partner closely with QC and Head Brewer
Ensure adherence to specs (gravity, temp, DO, carbonation)
Protect beer quality through proper handling practices
Success Metrics
Brewhouse efficiency (% yield)
Brew cycle time adherence
Accuracy of brew/cellar logs and data
Safety performance
Consistency of wort specs
Tank utilization and turns
DO pickup and quality metrics
Loss during transfers
Requirements
Must reside in the county of San Diego, CA
3‑5+ years with brewing and cellar experience with strong understanding of both hot and cold processes.
Proven success in overseeing, leading, and mentoring a production brew team.
Proven decision making and analytical skills.
Prior experience in a fast paced environment which is heavily integrated with other functional departments.
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement a long‑term plan while multi‑tasking, prioritizing and adapting to changing situations.
Professional and proficient verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient with MS Office Applications and company ERP system
Must be able to frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift up to 75–100 pounds (e.g., grain bags, full kegs) with assistance from team members or mechanical aids
#J-18808-Ljbffr