Location: Blankenfelde-Mahlow (south of Berlin)
Employment: Full-time, on-site
About us
Canable is a company near Berlin specializing in contract filling of beverages into aluminium cans, starting from as little as 6,000 litres. We offer everything from a single source: printing, labelling, packaging, a secure supply chain, and organic certification. At our facility, we process a wide range of beverages – from wine, energy drinks, and cocktails to coffee and functional drinks – always focusing on quality and flexibility. We support small and medium-sized beverage producers across Europe with scalable, top-quality filling solutions. Our drive is to create value together with our customers, deliver the highest quality standards, and operate with excellence.
Your job with us
We are looking for an Operations Manager and/or Production & Operations Manager who not only keeps an overview but also rolls up their sleeves. You are the person who ensures everything runs smoothly – from production planning to logistics to stock management. You lead a motivated team, maintain high quality, and bring good energy, even when things get busy.
Your responsibilities
- Plan, coordinate, and monitor production runs
- Manage day-to-day operations, ensuring orders are processed accurately and on time
- Monitor stock levels and organise replenishment in good time
- Hire, onboard, and motivate new team members
- Optimise processes to increase quality and efficiency
- Ensure compliance with safety, hygiene, and environmental regulations
- Collaborate closely with other departments (logistics, customer service)
- Solve problems pragmatically and minimise downtime
- Analyse reports and KPIs to plan for the future
- Prepare customs documents completely and correctly, meeting all deadlines
- Motivate the team and create a positive working environment
What you bring
- Degree or relevant professional experience (technology, production, operations management)
- At least 5 years’ experience in production or operations management, ideally in the food or beverage industry
- Experience leading teams in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
- Strong organisational skills, problem-solving ability, and attention to detail
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or other efficiency methods
- Excellent German and English skills
- Motivation to work in a growing company where initiative counts
What we offer
- Direct influence on the success of an ambitious company in the beverage and packaging sector
- A motivated, close-knit team
- Flat hierarchies and open communication
- Attractive salary (plus company car) and development opportunities
Our ideal candidate
- Stays calm under pressure
- Has a good sense of humour and shares it with the team
- Sees solutions rather than problems
- Has a hands-on mentality and loves to get involved
- Thrives in a multicultural environment
- Has experience and a degree in food or beverage-related fields, e.g., food technology
We look forward to hearing from you. Apply today with your CV at jen (at) canable.co