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NAB- Director of Compliance Recipe Management
NORTH AMERICAN BREWERIES:
A leader in marketing and selling specialty and imported beer in the United States. North American Breweries imports and markets Labatt Blue and Labatt Blue Light, the No. 1 & No. 2 Canadian beers in the U.S., along with Genesee, Magic Hat, Pyramid, MacTarnahan’s and the Dundee family of craft beers. NAB is also known for Seagram’s Coolers and other specialty and imported brands.
POSITION SUMMARY
Located in Rochester, NY,
Recruiter: Nancy Flood NFlood@nabreweries.com
North American Breweries is seeking a Director of Compliance and Recipe Management. As we continue to grow we see the need to ensure the integrity of our Recipe Database and as well to develop new recipes as needed. The high level of regulation in the brewing industry also requires that we have systems in place to ensure compliance with all Federal, State and Local regulations. We are seeking a well rounded individual with experience in multiple areas of brewery management. This position will evolve over time from one that is developing systems into one that can maintain and update the systems that are put in place. Beyond that it can turn into one of many opportunities that arise in a maturing Brewery operations department. This position would report to the Corporate Director of Quality.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Work with our cost accountant and provide the correct recipe information for all our products to ensure all BOM’s in BPCS are current and correct.
• Audit all formulations for any compliance and or regulation issues that could arise. It is critical that our formulations stay within the limits that the TTB has set for our industry.
• Ensure that formulations are in balance with regards to the desired specifications.
• Take lead on QMS system purchase and setup
• Write and submit and update all SOPs. Ensure that SOPs are on file for contract partners
• Work with brewing on product development
• Complete overhaul and consolidation of NAB recipes
• Develop security for recipes
• Work with brewing team to standardize Malternative batching instructions
• Audit all paperwork for TTB compliance. Prepare all records to ensure an orderly and speedy audit could take place in the event of a TTB audit. Maintain records with respect to TTB retention policies.
• Beer and Malternative Sensory analysis
• Brewery operations problem solving
• Trend analysis for process improvement
• Employee training and education
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Support plant operations as needed.
• Promote the NAB brands in the consumer sector when visiting bars, restaurants and stores that sell beer.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.
PERFORMANCE STANDARD
• Quality of work: Attention to detail, conscientious, aware of changes to schedule, lack of mistakes, miscommunications, oversights.
• Quantity of work: Ability to multitask and prioritize in order to complete tasks in a timely manner during shift, and see jobs to their completion.
• Judgment: Ability to make and execute correct decisions when necessary or call for help when appropriate.
• Teamwork: Effective in working with others, both within and outside the brewing department. Treat coworkers in a respectful and courteous manner.
• Reliability/Attendance.
SKILLS
• Very strong in Excel, Access, Networking and Information Storage skills
• Data analysis
• Knowledge of the ingredients used in the beverage production process
• QC/QA experience
• Knowledge of TTB regulations
• Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others.
LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
Brewing school certification preferred
ATTRIBUTES
• Ability to follow specific, detailed directions
• Ability to work independently
• Able to communicate information and ideas that can be easily understood and to communicate effectively with brewery management and employees regarding quality issues
• Able to read and understand information for analysis.
• Able to listen and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences
• Able to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted
• Flexible to changing priorities
• Able to direct others to complete tasks with respect and authority.
• Able to work well under pressure and stress
• Able to wear necessary personal protective equipment.
• Able to work independently with minimal direct supervision.
• Able to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Able to tell when something is wrong or likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
LEVEL OF DECISION MAKING RESPONSIBILITY
This position requires daily in-process decisions and judgment calls.
MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
TBD
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
• Education; Bachelor’s degree in a science discipline is required.
• Formal food science or brewing credentials from recognized institutions preferred.
• Strong Brewing or Packaging background is a must
• Previous experience blending Malternatives preferred
LIST THE EQUIPMENT WITH WHICH YOU MUST BE FAMILIAR, OR ARE REQUIRED TO OPERATE OR USE
• Laboratory equipment: centrifuge, digital density meter, spectrophotometer, microscope
• Computer, keyboard, and mouse.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
• Able to lift 50-60 lbs. occasionally
• Able to climb ladders up to 10 feet
• Able to perform repetitive movements to perform tasks
• Able to sit at lab table (up to 2 hours)
• Must be able to bend, reach and stand for long periods
• Able to work in an environment with high noise levels
• Able to work with hazardous chemicals
• Able to frequently duck under conveyors/equipment.
• Able to occasionally climb stairs.
• Able to frequently grasp with one or both hands
• Able to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (respirators, face masks, ear plugs, boots, etc)
A leader in marketing and selling specialty and imported beer in the United States. North American Breweries imports and markets Labatt Blue and Labatt Blue Light, the No. 1 & No. 2 Canadian beers in the U.S., along with Genesee, Magic Hat, Pyramid, MacTarnahan’s and the Dundee family of craft beers. NAB is also known for Seagram’s Coolers and other specialty and imported brands.
POSITION SUMMARY
Located in Rochester, NY,
Recruiter: Nancy Flood NFlood@nabreweries.com
North American Breweries is seeking a Director of Compliance and Recipe Management. As we continue to grow we see the need to ensure the integrity of our Recipe Database and as well to develop new recipes as needed. The high level of regulation in the brewing industry also requires that we have systems in place to ensure compliance with all Federal, State and Local regulations. We are seeking a well rounded individual with experience in multiple areas of brewery management. This position will evolve over time from one that is developing systems into one that can maintain and update the systems that are put in place. Beyond that it can turn into one of many opportunities that arise in a maturing Brewery operations department. This position would report to the Corporate Director of Quality.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Work with our cost accountant and provide the correct recipe information for all our products to ensure all BOM’s in BPCS are current and correct.
• Audit all formulations for any compliance and or regulation issues that could arise. It is critical that our formulations stay within the limits that the TTB has set for our industry.
• Ensure that formulations are in balance with regards to the desired specifications.
• Take lead on QMS system purchase and setup
• Write and submit and update all SOPs. Ensure that SOPs are on file for contract partners
• Work with brewing on product development
• Complete overhaul and consolidation of NAB recipes
• Develop security for recipes
• Work with brewing team to standardize Malternative batching instructions
• Audit all paperwork for TTB compliance. Prepare all records to ensure an orderly and speedy audit could take place in the event of a TTB audit. Maintain records with respect to TTB retention policies.
• Beer and Malternative Sensory analysis
• Brewery operations problem solving
• Trend analysis for process improvement
• Employee training and education
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Support plant operations as needed.
• Promote the NAB brands in the consumer sector when visiting bars, restaurants and stores that sell beer.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.
PERFORMANCE STANDARD
• Quality of work: Attention to detail, conscientious, aware of changes to schedule, lack of mistakes, miscommunications, oversights.
• Quantity of work: Ability to multitask and prioritize in order to complete tasks in a timely manner during shift, and see jobs to their completion.
• Judgment: Ability to make and execute correct decisions when necessary or call for help when appropriate.
• Teamwork: Effective in working with others, both within and outside the brewing department. Treat coworkers in a respectful and courteous manner.
• Reliability/Attendance.
SKILLS
• Very strong in Excel, Access, Networking and Information Storage skills
• Data analysis
• Knowledge of the ingredients used in the beverage production process
• QC/QA experience
• Knowledge of TTB regulations
• Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others.
LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
Brewing school certification preferred
ATTRIBUTES
• Ability to follow specific, detailed directions
• Ability to work independently
• Able to communicate information and ideas that can be easily understood and to communicate effectively with brewery management and employees regarding quality issues
• Able to read and understand information for analysis.
• Able to listen and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences
• Able to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted
• Flexible to changing priorities
• Able to direct others to complete tasks with respect and authority.
• Able to work well under pressure and stress
• Able to wear necessary personal protective equipment.
• Able to work independently with minimal direct supervision.
• Able to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Able to tell when something is wrong or likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
LEVEL OF DECISION MAKING RESPONSIBILITY
This position requires daily in-process decisions and judgment calls.
MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
TBD
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
• Education; Bachelor’s degree in a science discipline is required.
• Formal food science or brewing credentials from recognized institutions preferred.
• Strong Brewing or Packaging background is a must
• Previous experience blending Malternatives preferred
LIST THE EQUIPMENT WITH WHICH YOU MUST BE FAMILIAR, OR ARE REQUIRED TO OPERATE OR USE
• Laboratory equipment: centrifuge, digital density meter, spectrophotometer, microscope
• Computer, keyboard, and mouse.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
• Able to lift 50-60 lbs. occasionally
• Able to climb ladders up to 10 feet
• Able to perform repetitive movements to perform tasks
• Able to sit at lab table (up to 2 hours)
• Must be able to bend, reach and stand for long periods
• Able to work in an environment with high noise levels
• Able to work with hazardous chemicals
• Able to frequently duck under conveyors/equipment.
• Able to occasionally climb stairs.
• Able to frequently grasp with one or both hands
• Able to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (respirators, face masks, ear plugs, boots, etc)