Job Description

Company Overview:
FinAllie Ferments is a Vermont-based producer of 100% organic, small-batch fermented foods.
We focus on supporting local farmers and using sustainable practices. With growing distribution across 6 states, we’re expanding our team to help further our mission of cultivating culture, health, and a more equitable relationship our farmer partners!

Position Summary:
The GM will be a positive organized, self-starter with strong administrative skills. They will oversee the daily operations of the business. This individual will be responsible for managing a small team, improving operational efficiency, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and helping drive the overall growth of the company. The GM will also need strong financial skills as they will be managing QuickBooks and working with the bookkeepers and accountants to reconcile receipts and oversee the general budget.

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a drive for continuous improvement, and a demonstrated experience thriving in a small startup with clear goals and multiple needs!

Key Responsibilities:
 Operational Leadership: Oversee day-to-day production operations, ensuring all
production schedules are met while maintaining product quality and safety standards.
 Team Management: Supervise, train, and develop teammates, ensuring high levels of motivation, performance, and efficiency.
 Promotional/Marketing—Design infographics and maintain company website.
 Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to increase
productivity, reduce waste, and optimize overall production costs.
 Health & Safety: Ensure that all operations comply with safety regulations, maintain a clean and safe work environment, and conduct regular safety training sessions for the team.
 Reporting & Documentation: Crafting reports needed for quarterly meetings. Maintain accurate records of production output, downtime, and inventory, and generate regular reports to keep management and colleagues informed.
 Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, such as Sales, R&D, and Logistics, to ensure seamless operations and delivery schedules are met.
 Farmer and other supplier Relations: Manage delivery and payment schedule, ensuring the timely delivery of materials and resolving any issues.
 Event Coordination: Helping design, create, staff various key events for strategic
growth. This will include attendance beyond regular work schedule. (Examples: PickleDay, Eastern States Exhibition, Fermentation Festivals, Classes.). Some flexibility is required.)

Qualifications:
 Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Food Science, Supply Chain, or a related field (preferred).
 Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in operations management within the food
manufacturing or related industry.
 Proven experience in team leadership, including hiring, training, and managing staff.
 Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, food safety standards (e.g., HACCP and ServSafe certification required—training available.)
 Ability to analyze operational data and implement process improvements.
 Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
 Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.), and familiarity with
manufacturing management software (e.g., ERP systems).
 Proficiency with QuickBooks.
 Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Salary is negotiable based on experience.

Hours: This position is 10-20 hours per week. As we grow, we want the right person to grow with us.

Note: In the fall and during any of our community events, this person may be asked to work additional hours.

How to Apply

Job Categories: Equal Opportunities. Job Types: Part-Time. Salaries: Not Disclosed.

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