Operations Supervisor

Company Background

Louisiana Spirits LLC is a manufacturing distillery and visitor center located in Lacassine, La just off Exit 48 on I-10. We are seeking team members that are motivated, self-starters with a positive attitude to complement our distillery in Louisiana. For updates see www.bayourum.com.

Individuals with the right mix of relevant experience, skills, personality, and educational accomplishments will be considered for a role on the team.

Job Description

Operations Supervisor for our Louisiana Spirits Distillery Site located in Lacassine, La. We are hiring a supervisor to lead the bottling team in safely achieving monthly targets while bottling rum, bourbon, whiskey, and vodka blends. This supervisor will lead, motivate, develop, and coach our team.

• Essential Functions and Responsibilities
• Operate forklift to load and unload shipments as required (authorized personnel only)
• Oversee regular cleaning and maintenance of bottling area
• Monitor, pick, and inventory materials used in workstation on a daily basis
• Ensure safety and cleanliness of bottling stations and bottling equipment
• Update bottling line equipment configuration to meet demand
• Operate all bottling equipment and general labor duties
• Assist with logistics to assure efficient product flow
• Perform bottling line stations preventative maintenance as needed
• Assist in various projects as needed, including inventory reconciliation, month end/year end close
• Update and maintain Visual Daily Management performance tracker
• Perform other duties as required or assigned
• Conduct quality checks throughout the bottling process
• Cross-training in other departments to serve as a back-up as needed
• Assist setup and removal of table and chairs for scheduled events
• Contribute to a safe, productive and positive work environment at all times
• Meet performance goals and recommend improvements to safety, production methods, operating procedures, and work conditions
• Lead and motivate a team of bottling operators, ensuring proper training and task assignments
• Monitor employee performance and address any performance issues
• Coordinate process flow from production to bottling and warehouse

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong judgment and professional maturity with a track record of achieving results
• Prior experience in a manufacturing or production environment, ideally with knowledge of bottling operations or automated machinery
• Excellent problem solving & communication skills
• Must have the ability to coach and mentor teams
• Demonstrated ability to plan and manage multiple responsibilities in a rapidly changing environment
• Knowledge of use and operation of hand tools and power tools
• Must have intermediate computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook)
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum age 21 with valid driver's license

Physical Demands

• Able to stand for long periods of time on hard surfaces
• Must be able to complete repetitive motions
• Operate bottling equipment and operate basic lawncare equipment
• Must be able to push, pull and lift 50lbs
• Must be able to climb ladders and walk up and down stairs frequently
• Exposure to indoor and outdoor environments that include extreme cold, wet, or hot weather
• Ability to anticipate the consequences of any situation
• Acknowledge and adhere to all company policies
• Must pass physical examination, drug test, and criminal background investigation

General Responsibilities

• Follows instructions and performs other duties as may be assigned by Management
• Assists other employees in the accomplishment of company goals
• Participates in and completes company-required training programs
• Provides own transportation to and from distillery
• Participates in Environmental, Health and Safety initiatives as set forth by the company
• Responsible for personal safety and the safety of others
• Responsible for informing Manager of any existing safety issue, process deviation, product loss, unplanned outage or unexpected environmental discharge
• Maintains a high regard for the quality of the finished product produced and the work performed.
• Maintain sanitation in area of responsibility
• Able to safely operate a fork truck for unloading and staging materials (authorized personnel only)
• Performs all other duties as assigned or required by Management

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22