YOUR OPPORTUNITY

This is a critical role supporting the continued growth of the headquarters of the Bacardi UK Operations Centre (UK OC) at Westthorn. The Spirit Prep Operator will ensure excellent service to internal and external customers in all aspects of spirit handling within Westthorn spirit supply functional areas, including:

• Delivery of all liquid demands in spec for markets and right first time to production plan
• Spirit handling from tankers through to bottling lines, including small batch processing
• Stock management processing in systems to ensure full compliance to HMRC standards. (SAP and DRAMS systems)
• Utilisation of PCS7 to execute spirit movements  
• Required flexibility to support shifts and overtime as needed

RESPONSIBILITIES - WITH OUR CONSUMER AT THE HEART YOUR KEY FOCUS WILL BE

• Understand personal and team responsibility under Health and Safety legislation and promote safe working practices within the team.

• Prepare spirit in accordance with company procedures and good practice requirements.

• Liaise with the laboratory to ensure spirit quality.

• Complete spirit testing as required.

• Communicate with Bulk Planning Department regarding plans for tanker movements, vat allocation and filter changeovers.

• Supply the correct spirit to the correct production line in accordance with the production plan.

• Spirit supply system -

Ensure all data is recorded into SAP, Drams & EMCS accurately for tanker unloading, spirit reduction, filtration and VAT transfers. Responsible to ensure all physical stocks are aligned with systems status.

• Monitor vat levels and production output to ensure a continuous supply.

• Carry out spirit changeovers quickly and efficiently, as required by the production plan.

• Inform Shift Lead and carry out relevant actions to any incident report raised.

• Ensure that there is a sufficient stock of demineralised water, and to report any problems with the plant to the Manufacturing Team Leader/Cell Leaders.

• Prepare spirit caramel for colouring.

• Ensure there are sufficient supplies of consumables e.g. Filters (Sheets & Cartridges), Colour (Caramel IBC’s) + Chemicals (Acid & Caustic).

• To receipt/offload and load/export tankers and complete all HMRC paperwork and system processing

• Comply with HMRC requirements and legislation and ensure that any discrepancies are monitored and reported immediately.

• To support other areas and sites when business dictates (Driving License essential)

• FLT license desirable
• Ensure that all working environments associated with the Spirit preparation area are kept clean and tidy in accordance with 5s requirements

• Ensure all associated plant equipment is functioning as required and report any malfunctions.

• Assist in the ongoing training and development of all team members and carry out any reasonable request that will further improve the performance of the team.

SKILLS - THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED TO CREATE YOUR LEGACY

• Experience in comparable position in FMCG company; spirit or beverage industry preferred
• Experience as a multi-disciplined team member
• Exposure to safety-critical operations
• Basic understanding of mechanical equipment and knowledge, preferably PCS7
• ERP systems knowledge, preferably SAP, DRAMS and EMCS
• Comfortable and capable of spirit reduction, colouring and conversion from bulk to LA
• Detailed focused with attention to detail
• Ability to comprehend production schedules and ensure that liquid is available as planned.

PERSONAL QUALITIES – SHARE OUR FOUNDER’S PASSION AND ENTREPRENEURIAL FLAIR

• Ability to work independently under pressure and to work on own initiative
• Results-oriented: Demonstrates commitment, determination, motivation, energy and accountability
• Facilitates team working, supports and encourages others. Effective collaborator and communicator with Bacardi support groups. Good team facilitator with ability to work with other functions.
• Honest, reliable, trustworthy and resilient
• Act with Bacardi’s Values of Family, Founders, and Fearless
• Driving Licence

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.

AI Disclaimer

We recognise that AI tools can be valuable to support you throughout the recruitment process. At Bacardi, we want to get to know you and understand your own experience, capabilities and perspectives during the interview. We therefore ask that you do not use AI assistance during live or pre-recorded interviews. If you use assistive technology or would like us to make any adjustments to the interview process, please let us know. This won't affect your application.