Posted
11-Oct-2024
Job type
Full time
Country
United States of America
Location
Jacksonville, FL
Lead recruiter
Alissa Rojas Peraza
Function
All Operations
Reporting Line
Production Manager - Bottling
On-site/Remote
On-site
Level of experience
Professional (Management)
Contract type
Permanent

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

What does an Assistant Manager, Bottling do?

This exciting and fast paced role gives the incumbent the opportunity to shine in both their technical expertise through the ownership of multiple productions lines and through their leadership of others. In a self-directed teams environment, this position will have direct supervisory responsibilities for both production line crews (Bottling Line Operators and Team Technical Coordinators) and Production Shift Superintendents. 

The Assistant Manager, Bottling will own all aspects of line performance. It is the expectation that through evaluation of current policies & procedures and analysis of current and past performance, the incumbent will identify and implement scope for improvement with a continuous emphasis on safety, quality, and efficiency.

With a focus on people, the incumbent will foster a high performing culture through development of primo capabilities, performance management, and succession planning. 

About You

Must be a highly organized team player with strong attention to detail and excellent data analysis skills. Possess a strong passion for leadership, coaching and mentoring for all levels of within the team

RESPONSIBILITIES

With our consumer at the heart your key focus will be
  • Monitor and ensure compliance with all OSHA and company safety regulations and policies.
  • Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge and practice of all personal safety, food safety, quality, and environmental policies, procedures, and practices. Ensure team members follow the same. 
  • Support and participate in the plant HACCP team.
  • Be an active member of the CIP group.
  • Lead with ownership two to three bottling production lines.
  • Provide direct supervision to two Production Shift Superintendents and approximately thirty bottling line operations employees including both Bottling Line Operators and Team Technical Coordinators within safety, quality, budgetary and regulatory guidelines. 
  • Define and implement learning, development, and training plans and strategies for the Production Shift Superintendents, BottlingSupervisor, Team Technical Coordinators, and Bottling Line Operators.
  • Drive problem solving, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement activities to ensure bottling efficiency within cost standards. 
  • Manage successful implementation of Continuous Improvement pillars driving engagement in Lean Manufacturing 
  • Monitor and analyze key metrics (OEE, unplanned downtime, etc.), quality, and production data to improve yields and throughput according to quality standards. 
  • Works with Bottling Supervisors to analyze and resolve issues related to efficiency, material loss, and waste.
  • Drive improvement on KPIs through collaboration with various functions and timely execution on the bottling lines
  • Develop and maintain a good working knowledge of all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) for the Bottling area. 
  • Utilize a continuous improvement mindset to support evolution of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).
  • Lead team initiatives such as the implementation of the Bacardi Operation System (BOS).
  • Provide appropriate people related support including but not limited to recruitment, engagement, performance management, coaching, and corrective measures.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

The skills and experience required to create your legacy

SKILLS
  • Ability to drive problem solving, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement activities.
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills that enable the ability to share idea with audiences at multiple levels of the organization and across a variety of platforms. 
  • Commitment to continuous development of Leadership Agility and the experience to successfully provide coaching, team building, supervision, talent development, and performance management. 
  • High level of interpersonal savvy that allows for cross function collaboration and team leadership. 
  • An understanding of data analysis with an acute sense of attention to detail and the ability to multi-task. 
  • Knowledgeable and driven for organizing, planning, execution, and follow-up.
  • A strategic mindset with the ability to think critically to understand problems and develop logical solutions.
  • Familiarity of Lean Manufacturing principles.
  • Able to work outside of normal schedule as needed.
MINIMUM EDUCATION
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business or a related field.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
  • Two or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment with packaging/high speed production (bottling, consumer products, etc.)
  • Intermediate Microsoft Office Suite - Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SAP PM preferred.
  • Experience leading others toward a common goal. 
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
  • SAP PM, project management, financial acumen including budget development and ownership, manufacturing equipment installation and start-up

LEADERSHIP AGILITY

At Bacardi we care deeply about finding brilliant talent who can bring the following personal attributes to help elevate our 3Fs: Fearless, Family, Founder culture to the next level.

  • Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of ‘Belonging’, where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become
  • Self-Awareness: You have high levels of self-awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others
  • People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance
  • Results Agility: You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first-time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others.
  • Mental Agility: You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making fresh connections. You think strategically whilst being execution focused and bring creativity to the challenges you’re presented with
  • Change Agility: You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change. You have a growth and learning mindset: ready to test, stumble, learn and apply from experience


Disclaimer: Bacardi seeks talent from all backgrounds to bring diversity of thought, agility and capability to our organization across the globe. We promote a working environment where all employees are treated and rewarded fairly. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination that adversely affects individuals or groups on the basis of national origin, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, and any other legally protected aspect of a person’s identity. 


U.S. applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.

PERKS OF WORKING WITH US

At Bacardi, we are committed to providing our Primos (employees) with a comprehensive Total Rewards package of compensation, benefits, incentives, allowances, well-being, and much more to meet the needs of themselves and their families. It goes beyond just Cash! The total rewards program is based on pay for performance, whereby the incentive programs are linked to company and individual performance.

Compensation, Paid Time Off & Retirement

  • Competitive Pay Package
  • Competitive Holiday/Paid Time Off, plus additional days offered ( i.e., volunteer day, allowing you to give back to the community)
  • Retirement/Pension Plan

Health & Wellbeing

  • Medical, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance
  • Calm Meditation App subscription (free)
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Best-in-class, family-friendly, and inclusive leave policies

Additional Benefits

  • Flexible work arrangements (depending on role/office/site location)
  • Access to E-learning Platforms and Career Development programs
  • Travel Discounts ( i.e., hotel and car rental)
  • And much more!
The benefits /perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Bacardi, your work location, and are subject to change.

Some benefits may be subject to an employee contribution.

Some benefits may be fully or partially subsidized. Incentive plans are linked to the nature of your employment and can vary based on region, market, function or brand.

Be a Part of Our Culture

BE                  Fearless

We empower our teams to question, challenge and innovate.

This means adopting an agile mindset, being comfortable with trying new things and taking risks, without being reckless.

BEHAVE LIKE Family

We treat each other, and our communities, like family. Always.

We are all ‘Primos’ (Spanish for cousins) at Bacardi. Being part of the family gives you the support you need to be the best you can be.

THINK LIKE A Founder

The spirit of entrepreneurship is at the heart of everything we do.

Everyone at Bacardi sees this business as their own. We do the right thing for the business and take accountability for our work.

LIFE INSIDE BACARDI Career Stories

Be Fearless, act like a Founder.

Follow our Primos on their journey to success. Where did they start and what’s it like to work for Bacardi? You too can be part of our story.

Watch our career stories