Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
Work Preference
Additional Information
Timeline

Craig Williams

Operations Manager
Albuquerque,NM

Summary

Seasoned Operations Manager and talented leader with 18 years of experience applying exceptional planning and problem-solving abilities toward enhancing business plans and day-to-day activities. Results-driven and resilient in developing teams while improving processes and increasing productivity. Bringing solid understanding of industry trends, excellent communication skills, talent for spotting areas in need of improvement and implementing changes with strategic approach.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Manager

Santa Fe Brewing Co
Santa Fe, NM
05.2022 - Current
  • Manage overall operations for a leading regional brewery, overseeing supply chain management, production, inventory, and quality control.

Supply Chain Manager

Elysian Brewing Company
Seattle, WA
10.2015 - 09.2021
  • Progressed through roles from Brewer to Supply Chain Manager, culminating in the management of supply chain operations across multiple sites
  • Developed strategies that reduced production costs while maintaining high quality and safety standards.

Senior Brewer

Georgetown Brewing
Seattle, WA
03.2006 - 10.2015
  • Led the development and market introduction of multiple successful beer products
  • Played a key role in enhancing brewery operations and product consistency across the board.

Skills

  • SAP Expertise
  • Process Improvement Strategies
  • Staff Training
  • Data Archiving
  • Workflow Planning
  • Policy and Procedure Implementation
  • Supply Chain Distribution
  • Contract Review and Recommendations
  • Staff Management
  • Quality Assurance and Control
  • Employee Motivation
  • Schedule Oversight
  • Data Evaluation
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Budget Development and Management
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Microsoft Office Expertise
  • Operations Oversight
  • Purchasing and Procurement
  • Microsoft Office Suite Expertise
  • Project Planning
  • Productivity Improvement
  • Staff Development
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Planning and Implementation
  • Invoice Processing
  • Operation Monitoring
  • Business Intelligence
  • Budgeting and Cost Control
  • Product Management
  • Employee Relations
  • Assignment Delegation
  • Lean Manufacturing and Quality Systems
  • Maintaining Compliance
  • Continuous Improvements
  • Inventory Control
  • Performance Monitoring and Evaluation

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Company CultureWork-life balanceCareer advancementPersonal development programs

Additional Information

I approach problem-solving much like tackling a complex puzzle, where each piece must be carefully examined and placed to create a coherent whole. This methodical and strategic approach ensures that every aspect of the problem is considered and addressed. My hobby of indoor rock climbing has significantly influenced this problem-solving mindset. In rock climbing, each route presents a unique challenge that requires careful planning, adaptability, and perseverance. Much like navigating a difficult climb, solving problems in my professional life involves breaking down the issue into manageable parts, evaluating different strategies, and continually adjusting my approach until I reach the solution.

Indoor rock climbing has taught me the importance of patience and the value of incremental progress. Each move in climbing is akin to a step in problem-solving; sometimes, the path forward isn’t immediately clear, but with persistence and creative thinking, the solution emerges. This experience has honed my ability to remain calm under pressure and to view challenges as opportunities to innovate and grow. By applying the same principles of rock climbing to problem-solving, I can tackle even the most complex issues with confidence and precision.

Timeline

Operations Manager - Santa Fe Brewing Co
05.2022 - Current
Supply Chain Manager - Elysian Brewing Company
10.2015 - 09.2021
Senior Brewer - Georgetown Brewing
03.2006 - 10.2015
Craig WilliamsOperations Manager