Beam Inc. Hiring For 2nd Shift Packaging Supervisor at Calgary, AB Full Time

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.

2nd Shift Packaging Supervisor

The following position is open in Alberta, Canada.

What makes this a great opportunity?

Located in Calgary, Alberta, Alberta Distillers Ltd (ADL) is an award winning distillery and member of the Beam Suntory family. Winner of Distillery of the Decade by the Canadian Whisky Awards in 2020 and Vodka Producer of the Year at the International Wine and Spirits Competition in 2021, we are a fast-paced organization that knows how to have fun too. Beam Suntory Canada is the third largest spirits company in Canada, with employees across the country.

Role Responsibilities

Key responsibilities of this position are to provide leadership to the Packaging Department and deliver results
on area performance plans, OEE, monitor and evaluate to achieve lowest production costs in conjunction with
best possible efficiencies, monitor budget and operational costs, and report variances.

Role Responsibilities:

• Manage the packaging line with an emphasis on improved efficiencies, reduced cost and continuous improvement
• People management, dealing with employee concerns, job performance issues, discipline, and grievances
• Attend to production issues, new production items etc.
• Coordination of monthly cycle counts
• Managing materials and spirits inventory
• SAP transactions
• Drive Safety, HACCP, GMP, 5S, and Integrated Management Systems (IMS) responsibilities for ISO and OHSAS Standards
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement utilizing LEAN manufacturing tools and principles (Visual Management, 5S, CAPA, Standard Work) and then drive the process to impact the results
• Use appropriate root cause problem solving (RCPS) techniques to help with operational improvements.
• Ensure RCPS culture is embedded in operation.
• Optimize production schedule for efficiency in monitoring inventory for cost effectiveness
• Administer and control department budget consistent with production requirements, manpower availability, packaging and quality standard
• Manpower scheduling, time and attendance records; issuing work orders, safe work permits and purchase requisitions; ensure SOP’s, job descriptions required departmental training are current and relevant
• Maintain cadence for Daily Huddles, Maintaining Visual Boards, Updating and review of KPI files and formal problem-solving initiatives.
• Month End Reporting: Utilization of SAP to complete cycles
• Ensure compliance with OH&S regulations, HACCP, ISO standards and excise and transportation regulations (including management of records and documentation)
• Data entry

Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications and Experience:

• Degree in business, science or engineering preferred (a combination of education and experience maybe considered)
• 5-7 years of supervisory experience on a packaging line in a unionized manufacturing environment; beverage, food or chemical industry preferred
• Experience with administering collective agreements
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated experience with LEAN Manufacturing tools and principles (i.e. Green Belt)
• Computer literacy including proficiency with Microsoft Office and SAP
• Compliance with standard operating procedures, legal and other requirements including health and safety, fire protection, environmental, quality, security and continuous improvement programs is a requirement of the job
• Mobility to access most areas of a large plant site
• Strong leadership and coaching skills

At Beam Suntory, people are our number one priority, and we believe our people grow together in diverse and inclusive environments where their unique insights, experiences and backgrounds are valued and respected. Beam Suntory is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, military veteran status and all other characteristics, attributes or choices protected by law. All recruitment and hiring decisions are based on an applicant’s skills and experience.