Area Manager III

Salary: $84,800 - $100,700, Bonus Eligible

Role

Summary:

If you are passionate about manufacturing operations and working in a fast-paced environment, Anheuser‑Busch could be your next stop in fulfilling your career goals. Our Area Managers work in a team to lead and influence line workers, focusing on working independently within a high‑speed manufacturing environment and ensuring quality standards are met. With cross‑training opportunities available to maximize earnings and expand technical knowledge, this role offers a new challenge for those ready to join our team.

• Front‑line manager role supervising operators on rotating shifts
• Own the performance of your equipment center area, leading the front‑line team responsible for safely operating and maintaining assigned production equipment
• Establish, monitor, and improve critical control points to ensure Safety, Quality, and Performance targets are consistently met
• Enforce all safety, quality, and compliance standards within the equipment center
• Ensure execution of preventative maintenance activities and adherence to all SOPs
• Utilize continuous improvement tools to achieve KPI targets and close performance gaps, including root cause analysis (5 Whys), structured problem‑solving, gap analysis, MCRS schedules and action logs, and PDCA/SDCA cycles
• Apply data collection, analysis, and visualization (Excel, VBA, SQL, Power
  
  BI, Tableau or equivalent platforms) to assess trends and drive corrective actions
• Review production plans and coordinate labor and equipment to meet schedule requirements while maintaining quality
• Responsible for area financial performance by monitoring key cost drivers and efficiency metrics

• Bachelor’s degree required; a concentration in engineering or related field is strongly preferred
• Experience in manufacturing, operations, engineering, or a technical environment preferred
• Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to support and influence a front‑line team
• Demonstrated leadership in driving results through coaching, team development, and cross‑functional collaboration
• Highly self‑motivated and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Familiarity with data collection, analysis, and dashboard visualization practices
• Working knowledge of Excel, VBA, SQL, Power
  
  BI, Tableau or equivalent platforms preferred
• Ability to quickly learn new systems, equipment, and operational platforms

• Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness and Tax‑Advantaged Savings and Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance and Disability Income Protection
• Generous Parental Leave and FMLA policies
• 401(k) Retirement Savings options with a company matching contribution
• Chance to work in a fast‑paced environment among a company of owners
• Free Beer