Sr Manager, Plant Engineer

Beam Suntory is Crafting the Spirits that Stir the World. Rooted in two centuries of family heritage, Beam Suntory has evolved into the world's third largest leading premium spirits company ... where each employee is treated like family and trusted with legacy. With our greatest assets - our premium spirits and our people - we're driving growth through impactful marketing, innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. Beam Suntory is a place where you can come Unleash your Spirit by making an impact each and every day.

Sr. Manager, Plant Engineer, Frankfort, KY  
 

Mission

The Sr. Manager, Plant Engineer contributes to the success of overall plant operations by directing and managing all engineering roles and facilities maintenance functions.  Key areas of focus include improving overall equipment reliability and performance enhancement.  This leader will scope, coordinate, develop project plans & documentation for approval, and execute capital and major maintenance projects; will act as a technical resource for the plant and will support & drive continuous improvement by empowering direct reports and hourly employees to meet the production requirements on a daily basis across a high-volume plant.  The Plant Engineer must have a strategic focus, implement and execute a strategy of continual improvement aligned with One Beam Way (Lean Manufacturing) methodology.  The Director has accountability for providing a safe environment which produces the highest quality products while improving employee engagement and operational efficiencies.

This is a great opportunity because...

Beam is Crafting the Spirits that Stir the World. Rooted in two centuries of family heritage, Beam has evolved into one of the world's leading premium spirits companies... where each employee is treated like family and trusted with a legacy. With our greatest assets - our premium spirits and our people - we're driving growth through impactful marketing, innovation and entrepreneurial spirit.

Desired Qualifications

Qualifications & Experience

• 10+ years of manufacturing leadership experience to include mechanical, electrical, pumping, and piping applications; electrical distribution; machine and process control; material aptitude; and knowledge of electrical systems; including experience should specifically have been in a plant engineering role
• Prior project management experience, including producing deliverables according to stringent timelines
• Strong analytical ability, including knowledge to interpret engineering and other technical documents
• Demonstrated leadership skills, including previous experience in a management or supervisory role leading people
• Demonstrated experience with Lean Manufacturing tools, principles and successful implementation
• Demonstrated experience using problem-solving skills – both technical and non-technical
• Good working knowledge of environmental regulations as they pertain to plant operations
• Computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office (particularly Excel)
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to interact with all levels of the organization
• Familiarity with beverage packaging equipment
• Demonstrated experience in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with specialized applications, such as PLC, CAD, CMMS programming, SAP & AS400
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering discipline, preferably Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or Industrial Engineering.  MBA preferred.

At Beam Suntory, people are our number one priority!  We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive environment.  All recruitment and hiring decisions are based on an applicant’s skills and experience.