What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Process Owner position at Bacardi?
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WHAT DOES A MAINTENANCE PROCESS OWNER DO?
The Maintenance Process Owner is responsible for: (1) Increasing the site asset reliability (manufacturing and facilities equipment) by analyzing performance, processes, and procedures, identifying root cause / improvement opportunities and defining and/or implementing actions to achieve company targets – adding efficiency and removing waste; (2) Ensuring that all maintenance activities and processes adhere to regulatory standards, industry guidelines, and internal policies by developing, implementing, and monitoring compliance programs related to maintenance operations to enhance safety, efficiency, and regulatory adherence. He/She actively participates in projects across the site while leading some programs to foster a Maintenance Excellence culture.
About You
The ideal candidate for this position is a well rounded, proactive-minded person that can work independently in a fast paced industrial setting. The Maintenance Process Owner is a detail oriented, strategic thinker that uses his/her technical expertise and problem solving skills to ensure the efficiency of the facility reflects the quality of Bacardi rum.
RESPONSIBILITIES - WITH OUR CONSUMER AT THE HEART, YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL BE TO:
Process Ownership & Reliability
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.
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:
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.
WHAT DOES A MAINTENANCE PROCESS OWNER DO?
The Maintenance Process Owner is responsible for: (1) Increasing the site asset reliability (manufacturing and facilities equipment) by analyzing performance, processes, and procedures, identifying root cause / improvement opportunities and defining and/or implementing actions to achieve company targets – adding efficiency and removing waste; (2) Ensuring that all maintenance activities and processes adhere to regulatory standards, industry guidelines, and internal policies by developing, implementing, and monitoring compliance programs related to maintenance operations to enhance safety, efficiency, and regulatory adherence. He/She actively participates in projects across the site while leading some programs to foster a Maintenance Excellence culture.
About You
The ideal candidate for this position is a well rounded, proactive-minded person that can work independently in a fast paced industrial setting. The Maintenance Process Owner is a detail oriented, strategic thinker that uses his/her technical expertise and problem solving skills to ensure the efficiency of the facility reflects the quality of Bacardi rum.
RESPONSIBILITIES - WITH OUR CONSUMER AT THE HEART, YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL BE TO:
Process Ownership & Reliability
- Develop, document, and maintain maintenance processes and procedures (PMs, job plans, condition monitoring, reliability standards)
- Own and continuously improve the Asset Management Strategy, including asset lists, criticality ranking, maintenance types, and lifecycle documentation for all site equipment
- Ensure accuracy and consistency of CMMS data (work orders, downtime, asset criticality, BOMs, and history)
- Analyze maintenance KPIs (MTTR, MTBF, downtime, cost) and provide insights to improve asset reliability
- Lead and facilitate Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for equipment and process failures, coordinating internal and external stakeholders to identify corrective and preventive actions
- Identify opportunities to streamline maintenance processes and reduce costs through efficiency improvements
- Support continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Kaizen, BOS) to increase asset uptime and extend equipment lifecycle
- Partner with Maintenance Planners and Engineers to optimize preventive and predictive maintenance strategies
- Oversee PSM (Process Safety Management) Maintenance Activities to ensure all maintenance programs meet regulatory and company requirements
- Ensure maintenance activities are performed in compliance with OSHA, EPA, PSM, and other applicable regulations
- Maintain accurate technical records, reliability reports, and compliance documentation
- Support audits by providing maintenance process data and ensuring corrective actions are tracked
- Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for maintenance processes, tools, and methodologies
- Partner with Maintenance, Engineering, Operations, and Quality teams to ensure alignment on reliability strategies
- Provide guidance and training support to technicians and team members on process requirements and CMMS best practices
- Support procurement and vendor discussions related to spare parts, services, and reliability improvements
- Contribute to 3-Year Capex planning and execution
- Support Maintenance planner in the Planning and Scheduling process.
- Contributes to the overall success of the Maintenance Department by performing other essential duties and responsibilities as assigned
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Maintenance Management, or equivalent technical discipline
- 5 years of experience in plant maintenance/reliability in a manufacturing environment with packaging/high speed production (i.e., bottling, consumer products, etc.)
- Proficiency in CMMS platforms (e.g., SAP PM, Maximo)
- Advance with Microsoft Office Suite - Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Strong analytical skills and experience with maintenance KPIs
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance (OSHA, EPA, PSM)
- Experience with manufacturing equipment installation and start-up
- Experience in electrical Safety (NFPA70E), ISO 9000, GMP and HACCP (preferred)
- Certifications preferred: CMRP, Lean Six Sigma, PMP
- High level of personal responsibility and accountability for results.
- Strong Problem solving and troubleshooting skills: Detail Oriented (diagnostics pinpointing and fixing it)
- Strong Interpersonal (Communication) and Resilience Skills
- Strong Teamwork and Collaborations Skills including Mentoring and Coaching Others
- Strong Time Management and Organizational Skills: Ability to Define Priorities and Manage Several Tasks in parallel.
- Strong Commitment to Continuous Improvement and Competency Development.
- Exhibit flexible approach and willingness to work off shifts and weekends to accomplish goals.
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
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
- Medical, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance
- Calm Meditation App subscription (free)
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Best-in-class, family-friendly, and inclusive leave policies
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.