Processing Manager

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
• Other duties as assigned
• 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

Desired Qualifications

• 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

Competencies: Role Specific

• Adaptability/Flexibility
• Collaboration
• Project management
• Integrity
• Organization & planning

Competencies: 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