Senior Manufacturing Excellence Engineer

The Senior Manufacturing Excellence Engineer is a key driver of operational transformation and continuous improvement across Bacardi Supply operations. This role is responsible for deploying and sustaining Total Productive Manufacturing (TPM), Tier Management System (TMS), performance management systems, and continuous improvement methodologies to eliminate losses and improve business results. The role partners closely with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Planning and Site Leadership to improve Safety, Quality, Service, Cost, Productivity, Reliability and Employee Engagement.

Depending on business needs, the role may support:
Bottling Operations, Bulk Manufacturing and Processing, Distillation, Aging & Warehousing, Distribution & Logistics Operations. The role is intentionally designed with broad operational scope to enable talent mobility, capability development and cross‑functional career progression throughout the Supply organization.

• Process Optimization:
  Analyze workflows, identify inefficiencies, and implement solutions to reduce waste, improve throughput, and lower costs using data-driven approaches and Lean Six Sigma tools.
• Project Leadership:
  Lead cross‑functional CI projects in partnership with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and Engineering.
• Bacardi Operating System (BOS) Implementation:
  Own BOS pillars for the site, ensuring effective deployment and adherence over time through initiatives such as OGSM, DDS, Kaizen events, Gemba walks, 5S, etc. Participate and own metrics at the corresponding tier level such as Improvement Ideas, Center Lines, Change Overs, Kaizens, etc.
• Training &
  
  Coaching:
  
  Facilitate Kaizen events, workshops, and training sessions to educate and mentor staff and primos in Lean, Six Sigma, and BOS principles.
• Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis:
  Facilitate problem‑solving activities for process issues and use structured methods (e.g., 5 Whys, fishbone diagrams) to identify root causes of defects or inefficiencies.
• Performance Monitoring:
  Establish and track KPIs, analyze data to measure impact, and adjust strategies as needed.
• Documentation & Reporting:
  Maintain updated applicable SOPs, process maps, and improvement records. Prepare and present progress reports to management and stakeholders.
• System Establishment & Performance Assurance:
  Develop and implement robust systems and standardized processes to support continuous improvement initiatives across the site. Conduct regular audits and assessments to verify that systems are operating effectively and consistently meet established standards. Utilize feedback loops and performance data to drive ongoing refinement, ensuring sustained compliance and optimal results.
• Quality & Safety Compliance:
  Ensure all improvements align with Bacardi’s safety standards and quality regulations.
• Strategic Alignment:
  Work with managers and leadership to align CI initiatives with Bacardi’s strategic goals.
• SME on efficiency and productivity Computer Monitoring Systems.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering (required)
• Certifications:
  
  Lean Six Sigma (Yellow/Green) or equivalent.
• Experience:
  
  5+ years of experience in Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Operational Excellence, Continuous Improvement or Logistics environments.
• Demonstrated experience implementing TPM, Lean Manufacturing, TMS or equivalent operational excellence systems.
• Proven success leading cross‑functional improvement initiatives and delivering measurable business results.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong proficiency in data analysis, process mapping, performance management…