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Bottling operator

Glasgow (Glasgow City)
Operator
Posted: 29 April
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WHAT DOES A BOTTLING LINE OPERATOR DO? As a crucial element of Bacardi’s global operational footprint, our Glasgow Operations site (Westthorn) produces a range of premium whiskies and gin brands in support of Bacardi’s UK Supply Chain and to deliver to our customers and markets. Following a tailored & in-depth training program, our skilled group of Bottling Line Operators become part of shift teams who work flexibly together to deliver the Westthorn production schedule for all of our customers. Prioritising our safety-first culture, you will operate bottling machinery and perform a range of related operational tasks to drive quality and maintain product standards, in an efficient and cost-effective manner. You will also be encouraged to develop and continually improve our working practices and site performance. You will work flexibly between tasks, including manual and machine operations, engaging in our team environment and supporting a positive and engaged culture – all to ensure that key production and site priorities & targets are delivered. RESPONSABILITIES: ​​​ •SAFETY FIRST – work in a safe and compliant manner, also taking ownership and accountability for your own safety and that of all others. Protect and look after the site and all its processes and engage with all Company initiatives to ensure this is our first key priority. • Once trained and signed off, to effectively operate Bottling Line Equipment and supporting activities. • The effective & efficient use of all equipment workstations & machinery within the Production Operation, including all compliance checks for Health Safety & Environment, Asset Care, Hygiene & Equipment Maintenance, as outlined in Company Policy ​. • To be aware of and work to achieve all site, Departmental and team goals. This to contribute to personal LETS TALK annual reviews and performance. • To support the Manufacturing Excellence/BOS systems of performance improvements – and adopt and display a Continuous Improvement mind-set to drive & improve line & site performance and processes. • To perform Line changeovers, minimizing changeover losses using SMED techniques, recording & measuring times & improvements • To support and when required train designated colleagues & personnel - utilizing SOP’s and best practice methods. • Maintain excellent housekeeping standards using 5s principles and asset care processes. Involved in 5s audits and improvements. ​ • Contribute to Planned Stop activities & tasks ensuring required standards, timings and defects are logged​ • Under BOS principles, ownership of Centrelines, defects, breakdowns on equipment and ​to ensure process reliability & repeatability. • Development and maintenance of a safety conscious environment, identify hazards & risks – communicated using Nemo system​ • Engage fully in our Bacardi Primo culture (the 3 F’s) and promote teamwork, belonging, engagement and working together. SKILLS/EXPERIENCE: • This is essentially a machine operator role – so i deally you can demonstrate operational acumen, and prior experience of working equipment within a highly automated FMCG operational environment., preferably manufacturing – or a similar production environment. • Ability to work as independently – nd as well as part of an extended team – able to engage positively with colleagues and co-workers from various departments. • The manufacturing environment is large in scale and arranged across multi-levels – so a degree of personal mobility and accessibility is required as a norm. • It would be advantageous to have a familiarity with the QUALITY, SAFETY and COMPLIANCE requirements for a GMP bottling, or similar manufacturing process (or other comparable operational activities). • Some level of systems and IT use is required so knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint​ and of SAP transactions required to support daily operations LEADERSHIP AGILITY At Bacardi we care deeply about finding brilliant talent who can bring the following personal attributes to help elevate our 3Fs: Fearless, Family, Founder culture to the next level. Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of ‘Belonging’, where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become Self-Awareness: You have high levels of self-awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance Results Agility : You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first-time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others. Mental Agility : You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making fresh connections. You think strategically whilst being execution focused and bring creativity to the challenges you’re presented with Change Agility: You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change. You have a growth and learning mindset: ready to test, stumble, learn and apply from experience Disclaimer: Bacardi seeks talent from all backgrounds to bring diversity of thought, agility and capability to our organization across the globe. We promote a working environment where all employees are treated and rewarded fairly. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination that adversely affects individuals or groups on the basis of national origin, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, and any other legally protected aspect of a person’s identity. U.S. applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Perks of Working for us At Bacardi, we are committed to providing our Primos (employees) with a comprehensive Total Rewards package of compensation, benefits, incentives, allowances, well-being, and much more to meet the needs of themselves and their families. It goes beyond just Cash! The total rewards program is based on pay for performance, whereby the incentive programs are linked to company and individual performance. Compensation, Paid Time Off & Retirement: Competitive Pay Package Competitive Holiday/Paid Time Off, plus additional days offered ( i.e., volunteer day, allowing you to give back to the community) Retirement/Pension Plan Health & Wellbeing Medical, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance Employee Assistance Programs Best-in-class, family-friendly, and inclusive leave policies Additional Benefits The benefits /perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Bacardi, your work location, and are subject to change. Some benefits may be subject to an employee contribution. Some benefits may be fully or partially subsidized. Incentive plans are linked to the nature of your employment and can vary based on region, market, function or brand.

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