Job Description
STOCK SPIRITS GmbH & Co. KG is part of the Stock Spirits Group, one of the leading spirits companies in Europe. Within the Stock Spirits Group, exceptional spirits brands from various European countries are united under one roof. The product range includes both strong traditional brands and entirely new growth segments. The company's portfolio includes brands such as Sierra Tequila de México, Finsbury Gin, Clan Campbell, and Żołądkowa.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced
Technical Manager - Bottling Plant (m/f/d)
to lead our bottling plant's technical operations and drive continuous improvement.
The Technical Manager will be responsible for overseeing all technical aspects of our alcohol bottling plant, ensuring efficient and reliable production operations. This senior role requires a hands-on leader who can manage a small team while actively participating in maintenance, improvement projects, and the implementation of new product lines. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background in bottling operations, a proven track record of optimizing production processes, and the ability to develop and implement effective maintenance plans and performance KPIs.
Your Responsibilities:
- Team Leadership and Management:
- Lead and mentor a team of two technical personnel, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.
- Delegate tasks, provide guidance, and ensure team members are adequately trained and equipped.
- Conduct performance reviews and support the professional development of the team.
- Maintenance Management:
- Develop and implement comprehensive preventative and predictive maintenance plans to maximize equipment uptime and minimize downtime.
- Oversee the execution of maintenance activities, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to bottling equipment and systems.
- Manage spare parts inventory and ensure timely procurement of necessary materials.
- Improvement Projects and Process Optimization:
- Identify and implement process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, productivity, and quality.
- Lead and participate in capital projects related to equipment upgrades and expansions.
- Evaluate and implement new technologies and automation solutions to optimize bottling operations.
- Conduct root cause analysis of failures and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- New Product Line Setup:
- Lead the technical setup and commissioning of new product lines, ensuring seamless integration with existing operations.
- Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for new product lines.
- Conduct trial runs and validate process parameters to ensure product quality and consistency.
- Performance Monitoring and KPI Development:
- Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production efficiency, equipment uptime, and maintenance effectiveness.
- Analyze data and generate reports to track performance and identify areas for improvement.
- Implement data driven solutions to improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards.
- Safety and Compliance:
- Ensure all safety regulations and company policies are followed.
- Implement and maintain a safe working environment.
Your Profile:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a technical management role within a bottling plant, preferably in the alcohol or beverage industry.
- Strong knowledge of bottling equipment, systems, and processes.
- Proven experience in developing and implementing maintenance plans and improvement projects.
- Experience with setting up new product lines and optimizing production processes.
- Proficiency in using data analysis tools and techniques to monitor performance and identify areas for improvement.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Knowledge of food safety standards.
- Experience with PLC and automation systems.
- Good communication skills in spoken and written German and English.
We Offer:
- A great team spirit with a shared goal of achieving success together.
- Attractive company pension scheme.
- STOCK SPIRITS benefits (Bike Leasing, monthly benefit account, and more).
- Employee assistance program.
- Team events and employee discounts.
- 30 days of vacation.