Bundaberg Distillation Manager
Core
Lead the team responsible for producing new-make rum in a process manufacturing environment, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient distillery operations.
Role type
Operational leader (Distillation Manager)
Builds
New-make rum for Bundaberg Rum
Domain
Food and beverage manufacturing (spirits/distillation)
Required skills
operational leadership, process manufacturing knowledge, safety compliance, team development, production coordination, data analysis, problem-solving, continuous improvement
Preferred skills
experience in fermentation/distillation/brewing/food processing/dairy/sugar/chemical manufacturing, engineering/science/food technology degree, familiarity with SAP/MES/SCADA
Responsibilities
Lead day-to-day distillery operations focusing on safety, quality, and team performance; coordinate production activities to meet volume and quality targets; monitor process performance and resolve issues; partner with maintenance to improve equipment reliability; use production data to identify improvement opportunities.
Seniority
Mid-level operational leader