Pernod Ricard/Jefferson Distillery
Lebanon, Kentucky USA
Team Lead, Distillery Operations Apply Position Summary The Distillery Operations Lead will be responsible for managing, leading, training the Whiskey Engineers, and sometimes performing shift operations as needed for Pernod Ricard's distillery. This includes distillation, blending, and maturing operations. Development and ownership of a positive, engaged, and inclusive 100% salaried site is critical in addition to supporting the strategic operations plan. The Distillery Operations Lead must have flexibility particularly during startup to be available for shift support, in addition to rotating on-call responsibility. Pernod Ricard's distillery is currently under construction. As such, this role will involve construction, commissioning, start up and transition into day-to-day operations. Timeframe for construction to day-to-day operations will run approximately 18 – 24 months. This is an on-site position.
This is a safety sensitive role.
Key Responsibilities Building and developing a self-directed team-based work organization with defined role clarity in decision rights and ways of working with deep empowerment at the team structure level. Comfort in delegating significant authority and decision-making rights to self-directed teams and continuously building this capability over time. Developing and fostering a culture of empowerment deep into the organization that facilitates and enhances a self-directed team structure and ways of working. Building teams that are diverse, in terms of inherent and acquired diversity, and ensuring leadership behavior that is truly inclusive. Provide substantial, critical input in the construction, design and hands-on startup of the distillery including regular construction review meetings, approval of drawings and decision-making/input on the project and design with a lens towards functionality and operability. Have input into the overall maintenance and engineering and capital budgets, monitoring the cost and effectiveness of activities to optimize resources and prioritize spending based upon operational efficiency / continuous improvement priorities. Setting high performance expectations for self and others and holding them accountable for meeting established targets and results. Develop plans to drive Operations performance to world class standards including Sustainability & Responsibility targets. Building a highly competent distillery Whiskey Engineer team through coaching, training, targeted assignments, and selection and creating a work environment where employees can maximize their talents and perform at or above expectations. Support capital projects, delivering results first-time, on-time and on-budget. Support, lead/assign the Whiskey Engineers personnel to own key areas of the site as subject matter experts and to support or develop training material, manuals, and own management of change. Work collaboratively with internal and external partners and customers to ensure overall business success. Develops business strategy for the engineering and maintenance in tune with Pernod Ricard operations pillars, including business, production and/or organizational priorities. Drive business strategy by linking to department and individual performance plans. Leads the effort to achieve stretch business results by maintaining/instituting a Continuous Improvement culture utilizing Lean Manufacturing tools. Maintain Operations and Maintenance KPI's and drive improvements based on variance against long term plans. Required Skills & Abilities Prior experience in operations facilities in a related production environment (distillation, chemical manufacturing, food & beverage). Technical and leadership capabilities to provide hands-on training, troubleshooting and support, especially during startup and during on-call issues throughout the operations period and plant shutdowns. The ability to manage and improve daily operations. Very strong analytical, strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities. Ability to interact with and influence a variety of cross-functional teams at all levels of the organization. Computer literate with experience in Microsoft Office (including Microsoft Project), production systems, inventory systems and maintenance systems. Thorough understanding of lean manufacturing techniques. Strong background in and desire to work in a highly collaborative, matrixed environment. Ability to work other shifts as needed. Education Required: Undergraduate Degree in Engineering, Industrial Maintenance Technology, Food Sciences, Finance or Business. Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Industrial Maintenance Technology, Food Sciences, Finance or Business. Experience Required: 2+ years operations management experience in a production environment (distillation, chemical manufacturing, food & beverage, or equivalent field). Preferred: 3-5 years operations management experience in a production environment (distillation, chemical manufacturing, food & beverage, or equivalent field). Who we are Pernod Ricard is a global premium spirits and wine company. We're the team behind leading brands such as ABSOLUT Vodka, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Malibu, Kahlúa Liqueur, Beefeater Gin, and Avión Tequila, as well as many more superior wines and exquisite champagnes!
Ready to work with spirit? Read on… Life and perks at Pernod Ricard Competitive compensation including performance bonuses Domestic & international career development opportunities Competitive paid time off plan + wellbeing days Medical, dental, vision and life insurance Product allowance to enjoy on Pernod Ricard products Gym reimbursement Employee Assistance Program BetterUp Care wellness benefits including nutrition, sleep, executive coaching, etc. And much, much more!
Pernod Ricard USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It employs qualified individuals based solely on ability, training and experience, and does not and will not, discriminate for or against any employee or applicant for employment or promotion based upon actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service or any other classification protected by law. Job Posting End Date: Target Hire Date: ********
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