Processing Manager

Processing Manager

At Suntory Global Spirits, we craft spirits of the highest quality and deliver brilliant experiences to people around the world. Suntory Global Spirits has evolved into the world's third largest leading premium spirits company... where each employee is treated like family and trusted with legacy. With our greatest assets - our premium spirits and our people - we're driving growth through impactful marketing, innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. Suntory Global Spirits is a place where you can come Unleash your Spirit by making an impact each and every day.

What makes this a great opportunity? Suntory Global Spirits is a world leader in premium spirits with $5.5 billion in annual revenues and an ambition to become the World's Most Admired Premium Spirits Company. We have a strong vision and strategy, an incredible brand portfolio grounded in quality and craftsmanship, an unwavering commitment to sustainability and top talent across the organization. We are focused on driving value across key priorities including American whiskey, Japanese Spirits, Scotch, Tequila and Ready-to-Drink. Headquartered in New York City, Suntory Global Spirits is a subsidiary of Suntory Holdings, which is world renowned for delivering quality and excellence across a range of products and categories.

Role Responsibilities

• Manage the oversight processes and manufacturing of all products needed by the Bottling Department while maintaining Corporate and Quality standards
• Ensure compliance with formulas and product compliance with TTB regulations
• Manage the government records for the Processing Department and the Extract Division
• Perform experimental tests for new products and create formula and batching records for approved new products
• Develop strategic plans to improve production methods and equipment that increase capacity and processing capabilities
• Manage capital project designs, implementation and oversight of equipment maintenance and upgrades
• Plan and manage annual operating and capital project budgets
• Manage the inventory of all items necessary for cordial and spirit productions
• Fill-in/back-up for the one up Manager
• Identify and implement any cost reduction measures specific to your area

Additional Role Responsibilities

• Leader in creating an inclusive culture to support our Diversity & Inclusion initiatives
• Support and be an advocate of continuous improvement initiatives that improve the safety, quality and efficiency of our operations
• Support and implement all Company Policies and adherence to the Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Safety is everyone's responsibility; identify risks and report violations, near misses, or injuries immediately
• Knowledge of GMP's, Kosher and ISO guidelines, safety standards, quality standards, and demonstrated ability to react and communicate effectively to address issues

Oversees that the labor plan matches production requirements

Requirements for Consideration

• Bachelor degree in Science or related field preferred
• Minimum of five to seven years management experience
• Minimum of five years supervisory experience
• Strong Technical Acumen
• Previous manufacturing experience and working in a unionized environment
• TRACC (Continuous Improvement) experience
• Ability to communicate effectively and develop rapport with internal and external stakeholder
• Identify and resolve operational issues through formal problem solving
• Team work mindset
• Math skills to accurately assess ROI of projects and cost savings opportunities
• Knowledge of Microsoft applications and SAP

Competencies

• Role Specific: Adaptability/Flexibility, Collaboration, Project management, Integrity, Organization & planning
• Leadership Specific: Agility, Decision making, Strategic thinking/Planning

Physical Requirements

• Constantly walking, standing, and sitting
• Rarely work at heights
• Must be able to climb a minimum of three (3) flights of stairs in succession
• Must be able to work in hot or cold conditions
• Have acceptable (or corrected) visual acuity and depth perception.
• Have acceptable (or corrected) hearing
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English with understanding as it relates to job tasks

While relocation, immigration, and/or tax compliance support are not guaranteed, we may offer assistance to successful candidates depending on factors such as role requirements in accordance with company guidelines. At Suntory Global Spirits, people are our number one priority, and we believe our people grow together in diverse and inclusive environments where their unique insights, experiences and backgrounds are valued and respected. Suntory Global Spirits is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, military veteran status and all other characteristics, attributes or choices protected by law. All recruitment and hiring decisions are based on an applicant's skills and experience.