Operations Manager

You will be responsible for ensuring that maintenance, engineering, and site compliance at two Hess Persson Estates (HPE) winemaking facilities in Napa Valley, California, are performing at peak levels while delivering HPE's goals for quality and style. Your knowledge of engineering and maintenance will maximize uptime, asset utilization, and safety while aiding in the training and development of your colleagues and peers.

ABOUT US:

Passion, dedication, and perseverance have been the guiding principles of Hess Persson Estates since Donald Hess founded the winery in 1978. Led by the next generation of Hess Family, we honor Donald’s legacy through our classic and new age luxury wines from California’s premiere growing regions. We pride ourselves in providing a space for our employees’ talents to shine, encouraging professional growth, and prioritizing a positive culture where we celebrate our company wins together.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facilitate the Annual Operating plan through detailed budgeting, tracking, and management of expenses
• Ensure operation procedures meet or exceed sustainability benchmarks and continuously improve by questioning the status quo
• Research and oversee winery equipment acquisitions and installation
• Serve as liaison with regulatory and local officials on zoning, permitting, or compliance needs
• Safeguards that the winery is in compliance with all federal, state and Napa County permits and regulations for construction, mechanical, and safety standards.
• Maintain cutting edge wastewater management facilities and associated equipment
• Serve as the designated Safety Officer and Emergency Coordinator
• Lead and actively participate in employee learning, development, and other engagement initiatives
• Manage one direct report, Maintenance Supervisor, and oversee the hiring and training of the maintenance teams across two facilities

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS:

• 5 years of leadership experience in a facility engineering/plant operation, at least 3 of those years in a beverage environment
• Bachelor's degree in technical discipline preferred
• Proven Experience successfully managing projects from initiation to completion, ideally with a minimum of 5 years of experience in project management role
• Ability to lead, collaborate and inspire teams towards the achievement of common goals and objectives
• A broad understanding of various aspects of production, including personnel supervision, workflow scheduling, maintenance of equipment and facilities, capacity planning, and the development of procedures
• Certified or willingness to become certified in Food Safety programs: HAACP, SQF
• Ability to lift 50 pounds on an occasional basis
• Ability to travel between two facilities in Napa, and American Canyon
• Must possess valid driver's license and be insurable under the company insurance policy

COMPENSATION, BENEFITS & PERKS

• Competitive base salary
• Annual bonus and merit increase programs
• Compassionate and family oriented management team and company culture
• Comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance
• Short and long term disability, AD&D, and life insurance plans 100% paid by the employer
• 401k plan with a 100% company match up to first 6% an employee contributes (eligible after 6 months of employment)
• Paid Time Off (starting at 3 weeks vacation, 5 sick and 10 paid holidays).
• Wine Club Membership to Hess Persson Estates
• Employee wine discount
• A work environment where you can be your authentic self and be a part of a winning team!

This role’s compensation is anticipated to fit within the range of $100,000 - $145,000 annual salary. These figures represent what we reasonably expect to pay for this position, but the actual compensation offered will depend upon numerous job-related factors, including but not limited to candidate skills, experience, knowledge and education.

Hess Persson Estates is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other protected class. For more information, see the EEOC's "Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law" poster. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at 707-265-3487.

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Hess Persson Estates: https://www.hessperssonestates.com