Distillery Operations Manager - Sazerac House - New Orleans, LA

Job Description/Responsibilities

The Distillery Operations Manager - SNO oversees the distilling, bottling, maintenance, and laboratory operations according to the standards set by federal, state and local agencies and company policy. Oversees production to meet Distillery objectives; performs routine maintenance on distillery equipment; manages department employees; manages schedules, inventory and determines need for consumable materials and orders.

Location: Sazerac House, New Orleans, LA

The Sazerac House is the place to see how Sazerac is part of the customs, traditions and culture of New Orleans. Guests discover the methods used in distilling Sazerac Rye, learn how we handcraft world famous Peychaud's Bitters and join us for special experiences steeped in the unique character of the city that inspires it all.

• Implement Continuous Improvement techniques and systems to improve Distillery Operations. Identify opportunities within the processes and develop plans to implement improvements.  Lead the development of reports and implement communication systems for production processes.  Ensures production efficiency is within cost standards; tracks efficiencies, quality and production data to improve yields without sacrificing quality. Analyzes and resolves problems related to efficiency, processes, material, scrap and waste. 
• Lead Safety program in the Distillery and ensure safety policies and procedures are followed. Review and initiate improvements that support a proactive program. Keep the facility clean and neat for employee and visitor safety and to present the best possible view of the facility. Lead the Distillery safety culture to ensure employees think safety first and watch out for the safety of others. Execute and evaluate policies and programs to enhance the safety of all; support and actively participate in the safety committee; promote quick identification and remedy of safety hazards. 
• Continue the effort in optimizing the distillery operations and balancing new technology with our traditions and drive improvements.
• Ensure adherence to Personal Safety, Food Safety, Quality and Environmental Policies and Practices. Ensures the department is in compliance with applicable regulations. Continuously improve the quality of processes, products, services and the culture in which we work. Analyzes and resolves problems in a timely manner.
• Produce quality products while maximizing productivity, reducing costs, and leading new initiatives. Support new initiatives business development with innovative methods and product ideas
• Responsible for implementing the Distillery Department strategic plan. Plans raw material and supplies as needed per production plans.  Organizes the distillery in the most efficient and safe way to incorporate tours and operations.  
• Maintain compliance with our environmental regulations and ensure a safe work environment. Zero Osha recordable accidents and ensure the regulations are maintained. 
• Lead the development and career planning of hourly staff, utilizing the PDS and CDS systems. Through personal example and direct management, create an environment that supports productive employee relations while maintaining compliance with relevant Collective Bargaining Agreements. 
• Document and control maintenance records on all equipment within the operation. Ensure that any repairs are promptly completed and equipment maintained to maximize their life. 
• Determine any capital needs and communicate all projects needed to ensure success long term.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field 
• 2 years of relevant experience in distilling, fermentation, or similar field like beverage processing 
• Strong analytical and technical skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Record of successful leadership
• Work in a hospitality / tourist attraction environment and interact with guests

PREFERRED

• Chemistry or related degree
• implementation or project management experience.
• Working knowledge of MS Office Products (Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Familiar with beverage processing and its associated equipment
• 1-2 Supervisory experience

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work overtime if necessary
• Ability to pick up and/or move objects up to 25 pounds without assistance
• Ability to work 8 hour shift
• In-person job attendance
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to read and write
• Ability to work near moving mechanical parts
• Ability to pay attention to detail
• Ability to pay attention to detail
• Ability to work in fumes or airborne particles conditions
• Noise level at work station is loud (metal can manufacturing, large earth moving equipment)
• Ability to work in wet, humid conditions (non-weather)

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