A Line Technician delivers best-in-class specialist technical support across bottling and ancillary equipment as well as delivering continuous improvement initiatives. In addition to providing support to production, the role includes carrying out effective preventative maintenance in-line with world-class standards, ensuring that:
•Key maintenance metrics within manufacturing operations at Westthorn are achieved.
•Manufacturing assets, equipment and engineering systems perform to the highest standards, and
•Asset availability is maximised to enable optimal performance.
RESPONSIBILITIES
WITH OUR CONSUMER AT THE HEART, YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL BE TO:
·Responsible for the execution of agreed planned/corrective maintenance tasks on their shift and take an active role in improving the way we carry out maintenance. This includes logging work done so that e.g. Faults/problems/defects encountered are captured in the CMMS along with parts used and time spent.
·Maintain the asset inspection and maintenance programme ensuring compliance with all safety statutory legislative requirements and best practices.
·Follow relevant quality SOP’s to ensure the first-time quality of our products and that service is guaranteed when equipment is returned to production, with all work carried out to the correct engineering standards.
·Assist the maintenance co-ordinator and maintenance leads in the prioritisation of work orders.
·Recommend and advise on Preventive Maintenance improvements and spare parts requirements in order to achieve maximum availability of plant & equipment. Support plant optimisation initiatives.
·Where required, liaise with and support external suppliers/contractors.
·Suggest improvements to ensure the smooth and efficient running of our assets and actively participate in Lean Manufacturing & continuous improvement processes relevant to maintenance excellence and demonstrate commitment to site philosophy.
·Maintain work area to 5S standards. Ensure it is maintained in a safe and effective condition. Ensure that maintenance work shops and peripheral engineering/satellite areas are maintained correctly.
·Be responsibility and accountable through your personal commitment and behaviour.
·Be aware of all relevant team KPIs as defined through the DMS process (e.g. losses, OEE, PM’s etc) and understand how you can contribute to improving them.
·Identify and participate in training to assist in your own personal development and to improve productivity.
·Work flexibly including overtime if required and maintain high levels of self motivation to achieve high standards of performance.
·Actively participate in site performance improvement projects by collecting and analysing root cause data in support of continuous improvement and associated activities.
·Respond promptly to troubleshooting and emergency breakdowns. Carry out emergency repairs, anticipate/prevent, quickly diagnose and rectify problems to plant and equipment, ensuring that production targets are achieved on time and to appropriate quality standards.
·To make key adjustments to production equipment to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the lines
·To support line changeovers as part of an operational team (including Production Operators), and implement any improvements which may increase process effectiveness.
·To effectively respond to Health & Safety issues reporting conformance to your line manager. Maintain behaviour in compliance with site EHS requirements.
·Report any unsafe or environmentally unsound acts and conditions to their immediate Supervisor such that remedial action can be taken to manage the risk
SKILLS / EXPERIENCE
THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED TO CREATE YOUR LEGACY:
MECHANICAL
•Sound mechanical fitting techniques and skills.
•Excellent understanding of pneumatic circuits, applications, technical drawings and fault-finding.
•Working with and diagnosing faults with Mechanical Drive systems including; v-belts/pulley drives, chain drives, conveyor belts, gear boxes/gear sets, bearing damage and shaft wear.
•Pumps/pump sets, packing and mechanical seals.
•Understanding of control valve philosophy and valve repair.
•Competent use of machine tools – Turning, milling and Welding.
•Has a depth of knowledge maintaining rotating and cyclical packing machines.
COMPETENCIES
•Extremely safety conscious and Computer literate.
•Has a “Can-Do/Will Do” attitude and is a pro-active problem solver.
•Able to work on own initiative and prioritise workload effectively.
•Leads by example and lives the company’s values.
•Excellent team player, able to develop strong relationships with colleagues and peers.
•Highly structured and systematic approach to preventative maintenance & fault diagnosis.
•Understands applicable business KPI's.
Maintain responsibility and accountability through personal commitment and behaviour.
Have flexibility (including overtime if required) and maintain high levels of self-motivation to achieve high standards of performance and behaviour.
Lives the 3 F’s – Fearless, Founder’s Mentality, Family.
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.
