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Supervisor, Bottling

Pernod Ricard USA
United States, Arkansas, Fort Smith
7401 Arkansas 45 (Show on map)
Jul 29, 2025

Where Conviviality is at work.

North American Distillers (NADL) is where we manufacture our award-winning American Whiskeys such as Jefferson's, Rabbit Hole, TX Whiskey, Skrewball, and Smooth Ambler. NADL is part of Pernod Ricard, a global premium spirits and wine company. We're the team behind leading brands such as ABSOLUT Vodka, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Malibu, Kahlua Liqueur, and The Glenlivet Scotch whiskey, as well as many more superior wines and exquisite champagnes!

Working at NADL is all about igniting conviviality in all that we do. Derived from the French word, convivialite...it means human connection, authenticity, friendly, and jovial. Conviviality is energy and spirit with a splash of je ne sais quoi and is a core philosophy around how we live and work at Pernod Ricard.

Guided by our 4 core values: (1) grounded in the real; (2) fiercely authentic; (3) passion for challenge; and (4) connected beyond borders; we are team players, dream makers, trailblazers, movers and (cocktail) shakers. We have a passion for living life to the fullest, making new friends every day, and realizing our potential as people and as a business!

The salary range for this role, based in Fort Smith, is $70,480.00 to $88,100.00. The range will vary if outside of this location. Base salaries are determined during our interview process, by assessing a candidate'sexperience, skills against internal peers and against the scope and responsibilities of the position.

Position Summary

Responsible for overseeing production on multiple bottling lines including activities of 18-24 employees. Drive the success of the bottling department by continually motivating employee morale, communicate management goals and objectives, modify undesirable behaviors and encourage continuous development and improvement. Ensure all customer orders are met by achieving production to schedule. Mentor and coach employees to reach their maximum potential through development plans and engagement.

Accountabilities

- Personnel Management:

Provide coaching and supervision to 18 to 24 employees daily . Motivate and discipline employees as required. Provide all assigned employees any information tools needed to perform their job responsibilities. Create development plans for employees to address opportunities for improvement.

- Production Performance:

Monitor production schedule to idenify potential scheduling issues. Coordinate quarantine and disposition of defective supplies. Monitor product quality issues and resolve as needed. Idenify issues where procedural changes are necessary and issue Corrective Action Requests to assist in resolving these issues.

- Budgetary Performance:

Maintain budgetary line efficiencies and production performance to reduce or eliminate rework. Ensure accurate coding of payroll. Monitor line maintenance and supplies spending to identify areas of opportunity. Monitor and reduce line setup and downtime. Ensure first time quality on production lines to eliminate rework costs. Plan for productive or value added work for employees during line downtime Assist in budget preparation (line staffing, targeted efficiencies, theoretical maximums). Assist in preparation of capital projects and implementation.

- Special Projects:

Ensure employees receive proper equipment training, quality training, and production guidelines prior to production. Assist in researching needed improvements for line operations. Test new products and procedures as required. Special team assignments as required.

- Special Programs

Conduct periodic safety inspections, complete incident reports, enforce company PPE usage policy.

  • ISO 9000
  • ISO 14000
  • ISO 18000
  • ISO 22000
  • PMP's - SMART

Scope

  • Relationships: List those in and outside the Company with whom the job holder has regular, work- related contact and describe the nature of the interaction.
  • * Internal
  • * Bottling Manager- Daily activities
  • * Bottling Director - Daily activities
  • * QA Director - Compliance with specifications Production Planning Director - Performance to schedule
  • * Level of Con
  • Level of Confidentiality Required: Confidential
  • Financial Responsibility: Low may track or report data and handle administrative tasks.

Requirements

Education: Required - Bachelor degree or related business or technical field

Experience/Background: Experience in a manufacturing environment Maintenance/mechanical experience is a plus

Technical Functional Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to set and achive short, medium, and long range goals. Strong analytical and problem solving skills. Strong PC and software skills. Ability to work in a fast paced environment.

Competencies: QSE Requirements: Demonstrate commitment to the PR USA, Fort Smith QSE Management System policy, procedures, and dedication to the achievement of Operational Excellence, business performance, and sustainability through:

1. Producing quality products with a focus on customer satisfaction and cost effective operations

2. Identifying and reducing product safety risks and practicing good manufacturing practices

3. Practicing safety awareness and safe work practices to ensure the health, safety and welfare of employees, contractors and visitors: by identifying and reducing safety risks, maintaining a clean work environment, and practicing good health, hygiene, and safety practices

4. Protection of the environment through recycling, minimizing waste, and conservation of natural resources

Working Conditions

Field Environment: Work is performed in a typical field environment with moderate demands for movement and lifting. Normal visual, hearing and language acuity required for correspondence and computer usage. Frequent travel by land and/or air in diverse.

When you join North American Distillers, you are part of the Pernod Ricard family. You'll experience a workplace that is rich in heritage, driven by our iconic brands and a long-standing commitment to sustainability, safety, and giving back to the people and communities where we work. We know that happiness at work starts with that feeling of belonging you get from an inclusive culture where being uniquely you is celebrated. Our values are lived, they drive our behaviors, and it's what brings our culture to life.

Our work philosophy celebrates the magic of human connection with the flexibility needed to provide one's most meaningful contribution. We offer employees great benefits and perks to toast to a life filled with support. Check out PRUSABenefits.com for details.

NADL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It employs qualified individuals based solely on ability, training, and experience, and does not and will not, discriminate for or against any employee or applicant for employment or promotion based upon actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service or any other classification protected by law. Offers will be subject to United States local terms.

NADL is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Pernod Ricard USA will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. To request reasonable accommodation during the application process, contact us at PR_NA_TalentAcquisition@pernod-ricard.com.

Job Posting End Date:

Target Hire Date:

2025-09-01

Target End Date:

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