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Assistant Bottling Manager (Beverage / Production)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $95,000.00 - $119,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Paid Time Off

Job Description

Sazerac Company is a distinguished global leader in the spirits and alcoholic beverages industry, boasting a portfolio of over 450 extraordinary brands including BuzzBallz, Buffalo Trace, Eagle Rare, Fireball, Svedka, Western Son Vodka, and many more. As a firm deeply rooted in the craftsmanship, innovation, and excellence of distilling, Sazerac has consistently produced high-quality spirits and cocktails that cater to a variety of tastes and occasions worldwide. The company's commitment to excellence has fostered a vibrant culture of creativity and operational efficiency across its manufacturing and bottling facilities, positioning it as a trusted name in the beverage industry.

The Assistant Bottling Manager role at Sazerac offers a unique leadership opportunity within a dynamic production environment. This position is pivotal in overseeing the daily bottling operations to ensure that safety, quality, and production targets are met diligently. Reporting directly to the Bottling Manager, the Assistant Bottling Manager plays a critical role in driving operational excellence by mentoring supervisors, empowering team members, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives. This role requires a proactive leader who can manage and enhance team performance while maintaining compliance with regulatory and company safety standards.

The Assistant Bottling Manager will be responsible for leading bottling operations with a sharp focus on efficiency and safety compliance. This entails collaborating cross-functionally with Quality Assurance, Shipping, and Customer Service departments to guarantee that products are delivered on time and in full, supporting customer satisfaction and overall business success. The role necessitates a strategic mindset and strong organizational skills to lead cost-saving and process optimization projects that contribute to the company’s competitive advantage.

This position demands a thorough understanding of manufacturing processes, quality control, and team leadership principles. With an emphasis on fostering a supportive and engaging work environment, the Assistant Bottling Manager will mentor supervisors and team members to cultivate high performance and a culture of continuous improvement. Candidates with experience in alcohol beverage production or consumer packaged goods (CPG) manufacturing will find this opportunity especially rewarding.

Sazerac offers a comprehensive compensation package ranging annually from $95,000 to $119,000, tailored based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and internal pay equity considerations. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, 401K, paid time off, and more, reflecting the company’s commitment to supporting its employees’ well-being both inside and outside of the workplace. This full-time role also involves physical requirements such as the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a manufacturing environment with varying conditions, requiring resilience and adaptability.

Joining Sazerac means becoming part of a company that values diversity, equality, and inclusion, ensuring equal employment opportunities without discrimination. Candidates chosen for this vital role will engage in a comprehensive interview process designed to identify the most qualified individuals who align with Sazerac's values and operational goals. This is a career-defining role for a motivated professional seeking to impact the spirits industry through leadership, innovation, and operational excellence at a globally recognized company.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, food science, chemistry, microbiology, or related scientific field
  • 7+ years of business experience with prior management experience
  • Proven leadership experience with a strong ability to develop teams and drive results
  • Strong planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, food science, chemistry, microbiology, or related scientific field
  • 7+ years of business experience with prior management experience
  • Proven leadership experience with a strong ability to develop teams and drive results
  • Strong planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Experience in alcohol beverage or CPG manufacturing environments
  • Background in supply chain, operations, or organizational development
  • Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.)

Job Duties

  • Lead and support bottling operations to meet safety, quality, and production goals
  • Mentor and develop supervisors and team members to drive performance and engagement
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, and company safety standards
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including cost savings and process optimization
  • Partner cross-functionally with QA, Shipping, and Customer Service to ensure on-time, in-full delivery

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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