Job Description

Rogue is an open, inclusive company committed to fostering a diverse, equitable workplace.

At Rogue our mantra is Dare, Risk, Dream. This is an attitude that comes from relentless curiosity and a drive to question, create and inspire. A DIY spirit runs through everything we do and make. We aren't afraid to think big, get messy and risk it all when it comes to creating authentic, innovative products that we are passionate about. Rogue is an open, inclusive company committed to fostering a diverse, equitable workplace.

Job Overview

The Vice President of Operations is responsible for leading all aspects of Rogue's production, packaging, maintenance, and distribution functions at our flagship brewery and distribution center in Newport, Oregon. This role ensures that production goals are achieved, quality standards are maintained, and all operations comply with applicable regulations and company policies.

The Vice President of Operations serves as a key member of the leadership team, driving operational excellence, continuous improvement, and a culture of collaboration, safety, and accountability across the organization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership: Oversee all brewing, packaging, warehousing, and distribution activities to meet production goals while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement short- and long-term operational strategies, including annual budgets, capacity planning, and production forecasts.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process optimization, cost reduction, and efficiency gains through Lean, Kaizen, and data-driven initiatives.
• Team Development: Hire, train, and mentor production and operations leaders, fostering an engaged, high-performance culture.
• Maintenance Oversight: Ensure that all production equipment and facilities are properly maintained, with robust preventive maintenance programs in place.
• Regulatory Compliance: Maintain compliance with all local, state, federal, and international regulatory requirements related to brewing, packaging, and distribution.
• Quality Assurance: Partner with QA/QC teams to ensure product quality and consistency through rigorous testing and process control.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Pub Operations to align production with business objectives.
• Capital Projects: Plan and manage production-related capital expenditures, including equipment purchases, upgrades, and facility expansions.
• Reporting: Prepare and present operational performance metrics to the Leadership Team and Board of Directors.
• Safety: Champion Rogue's core values and ensure a safe, inclusive, and productive workplace.

Education / Experience / Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Brewing Science, Food Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing or food & beverage operations; brewery experience strongly preferred.
• Proven track record of managing budgets, people, and processes in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of brewing and packaging processes, maintenance systems, supply chain, and quality management.
• Familiarity with regulatory and safety compliance in beverage manufacturing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams and driving continuous improvement.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Primarily office-based with regular time spent on the production floor.
• Occasional lifting up to 60lbs. and standing for extended periods.
• Exposure to varying noise levels and temperature conditions.
• Occasional travel within the region and to industry events.

Compensation & Benefits

You'll get to work in a fun, fast and energetic work environment. We are a group of people who believe in the power of creating things in small batches by hand and in building things ourselves. If you love craft beers, spirits and canned cocktails, this is the place to be. Generous paid time off (PTO), 401(k) matching, pet benefits, comprehensive health insurance and more!

Reasonable Accommodations:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and physical demands satisfactory with or without reasonable accommodations. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Individuals are not entitled to the accommodation of their choosing, and unreasonable accommodations, or accommodations that constitute an undue burden, will be denied.

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Work at office, Local area,

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