Operations Management Development Program

Job Description

Operations Management Development Program 2027 | GALLO

The Tone:
This is a full-time, onsite position at GALLO, offering a rotational program designed to develop future leaders in Operations. GALLO is a family-owned company with a 90+ year legacy, recognized as a “Best Places to Work,” and boasts over 130 alcohol beverage brands, including #1 wine and spirits brands in the U.S. This role is crucial for cultivating high-potential talent to drive operational excellence and impact across various business functions.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Onsite, multiple locations
• Pay: $70400–$105600 yearly
• Mission: Develop high-potential leaders through rotational assignments to understand and contribute to GALLO’s operations and deliver results.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Rotations: Participate in a variety of leadership and technical assignments across functions such as plant operations, maintenance, supply chain, and quality.
• Solutions: Develop and implement solutions that support safety, quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Leadership: Take on Team Leader roles with hourly direct report responsibilities in two of three rotations, coaching and mentoring team members.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with teams across multiple sites and communicate project status effectively.
• Development: Gain exposure to operating procedures, policies, projects, and performance goals to inform operational decisions.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (or currently enrolled) in Supply Chain, Business Management, Operations Management, Engineering, or Engineering Management.
• Experience: Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, and to work at different company sites with potential relocation. Up to 5% travel required for training and business needs.
• Skills: Demonstrated leadership with strong enlisting and engaging abilities, excellent oral and written communication, and strong organizational skills to manage multiple assignments.
• Bonus: Prior internship experience in operations or manufacturing, particularly in CPG, winery/beverage, or related systems. Senior class standing in Operations Management or Engineering. Knowledge of wine/spirits, fermentation science, wine chemistry, or food safety/HAACP.