Operations Supervisor
Meaningful Work From Day One:
The Operations Supervisor is responsible for managing the distillery, processing,
bottling, cooperage, and assisting in the maintenance operations to produce high
quality, on-time and cost-efficient product with an annual volume of 80-130k cases,
over 1,300 barrels, and for a 100k proof gallon highly automated, in an integrated
downtown distillery showplace. Accountable for delivering Short and Mid-term Site Key
Performance Indicator Targets, which include Safety and Environmental, Morale,
Quality, Productivity, Delivery, and Cost containment activities that contribute to the
operation's success.
Manages, schedules, and leads 12 full-time operations personnel. Ensures a safe
workplace by taking a proactive approach to safe work conditions and practices.
Develops, establishes and monitors quality and productivity measures for key
performance indicators. Ensures that operations personnel have the required training to
perform their jobs. This position works a regular 8 AM - 5 PM schedule from Tuesday
through Saturday in a one shift operation.
What You Can Expect:
efficiency.
functional goals.
completing PMs/AMs/CILTs
being followed.
standards.
What You Bring to the Table:
education and work experience.
We believe great people build great brands. And we know there is Nothing Better in the Market than a career at Brown-Forman. Being a part of Brown-Forman means you will grow both personally and professionally. You will have the opportunity to solve problems, seize opportunities, and generate bold ideas. You will belong to a place where teamwork matters and where you are encouraged to bring your best self to work.
Many Spirits, One Brown‑Forman - We believe that an inclusive culture, one that values the diversity and unique perspective of each individual, allows us each to bring our best self to work and leads to greater teamwork, creativity, and trust.
Cultivating a Caring Culture - We know that our strong culture is one of the many reasons people love working at Brown‑Forman.
Nothing Better - At Brown‑Forman, we craft products known for bringing people together. Our employees have made us what we are today and are the reason for our success. Do not just take our word for it. Brown‑Forman is consistently recognized as a Great Place to Work® in countries around the world.
What We Offer:
Total Rewards at Brown-Forman is designed to engage our people to ensure sustainable and profitable growth for generations to come. As a premium spirits company, we offer equitable pay structures for individual and company performance alongside a premium employee experience. We offer a range of premium benefits that reflect our company values and meet the needs of our diverse workforce.
Brown-Forman Corporation is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of Brown-Forman Corporation to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.
Business Area: Global Supply Chain
Function: Prod
City:
Louisville
State: Kentucky
Country: USA
Req ID: JR-00007813
The Operations Supervisor is responsible for managing the distillery, processing,
bottling, cooperage, and assisting in the maintenance operations to produce high
quality, on-time and cost-efficient product with an annual volume of 80-130k cases,
over 1,300 barrels, and for a 100k proof gallon highly automated, in an integrated
downtown distillery showplace. Accountable for delivering Short and Mid-term Site Key
Performance Indicator Targets, which include Safety and Environmental, Morale,
Quality, Productivity, Delivery, and Cost containment activities that contribute to the
operation's success.
Manages, schedules, and leads 12 full-time operations personnel. Ensures a safe
workplace by taking a proactive approach to safe work conditions and practices.
Develops, establishes and monitors quality and productivity measures for key
performance indicators. Ensures that operations personnel have the required training to
perform their jobs. This position works a regular 8 AM - 5 PM schedule from Tuesday
through Saturday in a one shift operation.
What You Can Expect:
- Oversee end-to-end operations for cooperage, distillation, maturation, processing,
- Manage daily production team activities by prioritizing safety and quality while
- Oversight of routine maintenance activities and CMMS. Support in the contract
efficiency.
- Provide guidance and technical support to the operations team, including training,
functional goals.
- Support organizational cost savings objectives through strategic deployment of
- Develop, implement and evaluate job-specific skills training for each
- Facilitate growth and development opportunities for staff and establish and monitor
- Ensure integration with and coordination between distillery maintenance and
completing PMs/AMs/CILTs
- Manage and optimize spare parts inventory to optimal levels in concert
- Participate in the Commissioning-Qualification-Verification process for
- Support and enhance all QC, Food Safety, and EHS requirements to maintain
being followed.
- Provides for the general growth and development of subordinate staff, establishes
standards.
- Assist in developing and executing the annual shutdown plan.
- Collaborate and partner with the Homeplace team to ensure a premium guest
What You Bring to the Table:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field and a minimum of two years of supervisory
education and work experience.
- Demonstrated oral /written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work within a team environment.
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude to assess performance of equipment utilized in
- Demonstrated ability to lead a multi-functional team in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to independently manage and complete assigned workload within
- Ability to work additional hours and/or shifts to meet departmental goals.
- Ability to implement employee involvement initiatives and contribute to the
- Ability to recognize new applications and lead change to improve processes.
- Understanding of TTB compliance and regulations.
- Experience within a Food Safety certified facility.
- Management/ supervisory experience within the distilled spirits industry.
- Strong interpersonal relations skills.
- Experience with TPM tools and success running Continuous Improvement teams.
We believe great people build great brands. And we know there is Nothing Better in the Market than a career at Brown-Forman. Being a part of Brown-Forman means you will grow both personally and professionally. You will have the opportunity to solve problems, seize opportunities, and generate bold ideas. You will belong to a place where teamwork matters and where you are encouraged to bring your best self to work.
Many Spirits, One Brown‑Forman - We believe that an inclusive culture, one that values the diversity and unique perspective of each individual, allows us each to bring our best self to work and leads to greater teamwork, creativity, and trust.
Cultivating a Caring Culture - We know that our strong culture is one of the many reasons people love working at Brown‑Forman.
Nothing Better - At Brown‑Forman, we craft products known for bringing people together. Our employees have made us what we are today and are the reason for our success. Do not just take our word for it. Brown‑Forman is consistently recognized as a Great Place to Work® in countries around the world.
What We Offer:
Total Rewards at Brown-Forman is designed to engage our people to ensure sustainable and profitable growth for generations to come. As a premium spirits company, we offer equitable pay structures for individual and company performance alongside a premium employee experience. We offer a range of premium benefits that reflect our company values and meet the needs of our diverse workforce.
Brown-Forman Corporation is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of Brown-Forman Corporation to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.
Business Area: Global Supply Chain
Function: Prod
City:
Louisville
State: Kentucky
Country: USA
Req ID: JR-00007813
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level -
Employment type
Contract -
Job function
General Business, Management, and Marketing -
Industries
Retail
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