William Coffey
Santa Rosa,California
Summary
Seasoned Plant Manager with over 30 years of experience in brewery, distillery, and milk processing operations. Skilled in implementing SSOPs, GMPs, HACCP, and ensuring compliance with OSHA, USDA, and FDA standards. Certified in forklift operation, PIT training, OSHA/ANSI Fall Prevention, and HTST processes. Expertise in wastewater management and air quality compliance.
Overview
1
1
Certification
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
OPERATIONS MANAGER
FREEFALL BREWERY
BOZEMAN, MT
03.2020 - 06.2026
- Created SOPs and trained employees to support proper procedure adherence.
- Completed brewery consulting and installation projects to improve operational efficiency.
- Maintained boiler and cooling systems while monitoring brewing, cleaning, and sanitation standards across plant areas.
- Designed products while meeting quality standards and compliance requirements throughout production.
PM PLANT MANAGER/ACTING PM PLANT MANAGER
DARIGOLD
BOZEMAN, MT
03.2023 - 01.2024
- Supervised employees, including maintenance, ensuring safe and efficient production of millions of gallons of milk to meet company standards for the largest client, Kirkland (Costco), while achieving GMPs, SSOPs, and maintaining low overhead.
- Achieved quality standards with end of code at 97% and master sanitation at 100%, consistently exceeding expectations.
- Monitored and controlled overhead costs to maintain efficiency. (OT at 8% while 30% under staffed)
- Developed and implemented training strategies to enhance employee skills and promote retention.
PLANT MANAGER/PRODUCTION MANAGER/HEAD DISTILLER
DO GOOD DISTILLERY/COPPER CANE WINERY
MODESTO, CA
02.2016 - 03.2020
- Enhanced operations at one of California's largest independent distilleries, driving quality and consistency.
- Joined the team as distiller, advanced to Production Manager, then Plant Manager, overseeing operational efficiency.
- Scheduled tasks and ensured compliance with city, state, and federal regulations to uphold operational standards.
PLANT MANAGER
ST. STAN'S BREWING
MODESTO, CA
09.2003 - 01.2015
- Brewery Operations Manager for large capacity (35k barrel) brewpub and brewery.
- Negotiated distributor contracts and managed relations across US and select foreign markets, overseeing annual budget.
- Streamlined procurement, ordering, and logistics to optimize supply chain operations.
- Oversaw hiring, training, and scheduling processes for large staff to maintain operational efficiency.
- Oversaw all city, state, and federal compliance.
MANAGER
PYRAMID BREWING
BERKELEY, CA
01.2001 - 08.2003
- Managed state-of-the-art laboratory for one of the largest microbreweries in the U.S., ensuring quality control and product consistency. Developed SOPs and monitored product tracking for sales across 48 states and select overseas markets, enhancing operational efficiency. Ensured plant safety compliance and coordinated training programs, promoting a culture of safety and adherence to regulations.
- Monitored quality control standards for beer, sanitation, and fermentation processes.
Education
A.S. -
MODESTO JUNIOR COLLEGE
MODESTO, CA01-1994
Skills
- GMP compliance
- Quality control
- SOP development
- Operational efficiency
- Supply chain optimization
- Production planning
- Inventory management
Certification
Fall Protection and Prevention, OSHA/ANSI, 8/2023. OSHA/ANSI Competent Person Training (Honeywell) Basic and Advanced HACCP Manager, Int. HACCP Certification (ongoing refresher course), Certified PIT Trainer, State of Montana, 8/2023. Certified to train all PIT, Certified HACCP Manager, Int. HACCP, 1999, Environmental and Regulatory Review, Manufacturing Council of the Central Valley, 2014. Wastewater and Air Quality Regulations
Training
- Intensive Brewing Science, U.C. Davis, 1990
- Brewpubs & Microbreweries Management, U.C. Davis, 1991
Timeline
PM PLANT MANAGER/ACTING PM PLANT MANAGER
DARIGOLD
03.2023 - 01.2024
OPERATIONS MANAGER
FREEFALL BREWERY
03.2020 - 06.2026
PLANT MANAGER/PRODUCTION MANAGER/HEAD DISTILLER
DO GOOD DISTILLERY/COPPER CANE WINERY
02.2016 - 03.2020
PLANT MANAGER
ST. STAN'S BREWING
09.2003 - 01.2015
MANAGER
PYRAMID BREWING
01.2001 - 08.2003
A.S. -
MODESTO JUNIOR COLLEGE