Operations Manager

About Us

Booch Inc. is a rapidly growing beverage manufacturer based in London, Ontario. We're scaling operations, deepening our commitment to quality, and gearing up to meet rising demand for our services. Booch is becoming a comprehensive beverage company, offering more than just kombucha, and we're looking for an operational leader to lead our scale-up journey.

Position Overview

We're seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead our daily production and operational efforts. This pivotal role will oversee everything from equipment scaling and production planning to quality assurance and team management as we grow our beverage operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily Production Management: Supervise day-to-day operations across brewing, fermentation, packaging, and warehouse processes to ensure consistent output and efficiency.
• Production Planning & Scaling: Develop and execute production schedules (daily, weekly, monthly) based on demand forecasts and sales projections.
• Equipment & Facility Oversight: Ensure brewing and packaging equipment is maintained, calibrated, and scaled effectively; coordinate preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Quality Assurance: Implement and monitor quality control systems, including sensory panels, microbiological testing, and SOP compliance to uphold product consistency.
• Inventory & Supply Chain Management: Manage raw material procurement, vendor relationships, inventory tracking, and cost control to maintain optimal stock levels.
• Regulatory Compliance & Safety: Ensure adherence to food/beverage safety standards (GMP, HACCP), licensing, sanitation, and health regulations. Knowledge of organic systems preferred.
• Team Leadership & Development: Hire, train, mentor, and supervise production staff. Foster a positive, high-performing culture focused on continuous improvement.
• Performance Reporting: Track and analyze key performance metrics (yield, quality, costs, efficiency), producing reports for senior leadership.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in beverage operations—experience in beer, kombucha, or similar fermented beverage production strongly preferred.
• Leadership experience with production teams in a high-volume setting.
• Proven track record of scaling operations and improving efficiency.
• Solid understanding of QA/QC protocols and regulatory compliance.
• Strong planning, organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Technical proficiency with production scheduling tools/ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Degree in Operations Management, Brewing Science, Food Science, or related field—or equivalent experience.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and equity incentives.
• Opportunity to lead a growing brand in the health/fermented beverage space.
• Collaborative, mission-driven work environment focused on quality and innovation.
• Room for growth and significant impact as we scale operations and expand our product line.

How to Apply

Submit your resume along with a cover letter detailing your experience in beverage operations and your vision for scaling production operations.

Applications can be sent to: careers@boochorganickombucha.com