Job Description :

Job Title - Assistant Manager Fermentation & Distillation

About the Function:

  Our Supply Chain and Manufacturing team are problem-solvers, sourcing, producing, and delivering our much-loved brands to delight customers around the globe. Over half of Diageo’s 30,000+ people work in Supply Chain and Manufacturing. It’s an intricate and sophisticated operation that’s the product of logistical, manufacturing, and technical collaborations.

Our teams in 100 sites in over 30 countries cover production facilities, supplier relationships, customer collaborations and third-party agreements. We’re committed to realising our ‘Society 2030: Spirit of Progress’ goals, to protect the environment and support our farmers and suppliers. Whatever your skills and experience, we’ll help you to thrive in our inclusive culture.

 Role Responsibilities:

Role Overview:

The Assistant Manager - Fermentation & Distillation will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of fermentation, distillation, and related processes at the malt spirit distillery. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth running of production activities, from raw material procurement and production planning to regulatory compliance and environmental reporting. The assistant manager will coordinate with various teams, track performance metrics, and ensure adherence to safety, quality, and efficiency standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Production Planning and Management

Develop and implement production schedules for fermentation and distillation processes.

Ensure timely availability of raw materials (yeast, enzymes, CT chemicals, caustic soda, etc.).

Monitor and manage daily production and transfer of malt spirit to maturation.

Maintain and update weekly shift schedules for the executive and contract team.

Data Management and Reporting

Manage and update Microstrategy data load (DCE) and track daily production activities.

Prepare and submit monthly Key Performance Indicator (KPI) tracker and production reports.

Update BOM (Bill of Materials), new codes, MIP, and rate routing as needed in Newgen.

Ensure the availability and timely submission of monthly Enablon data (chemical consumption, water, energy, waste, etc.) with the required evidence.

Assist in quarterly environment data assurance audits and monthly environmental meetings.

Compliance and Regulatory Reporting

Ensure accurate and timely submission of monthly excise statements and related forms.

Maintain logbooks and Codex documents, ensuring compliance with production standards.

Manage and update all environmental-related Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for water effluent, waste, and other related processes.

Coordinate and update refrigerant register and environmental project status reports for HO sustainability.

Environmental Management

Lead the site’s participation in water task force projects and manage water efficiency monitoring.

Support environmental metrics data updates for HO shared folders for ELT meetings.

Prepare and review reports for various environmental assessments (WASH, WBCSD, PWC-BRSR).

Coordinate the management and closure of environmental alerts.

Handle environment-related documents such as SVA, Plastic EPR, and other related projects.

Monitoring and Audits

Conduct tank calibration and ensure related documentation is updated.

Oversee calibration of equipment and resolve issues related to production processes.

Support PV audits and track stock to ensure accuracy and minimize discrepancies.

Perform bi-annual data reconciliation and ensure environmental compliance with GRMS (Environmental Incident management).

Team and Stakeholder Coordination

Manage and track team performance, including regular reviews and coordination with the team members in Malt Nashik Group Admin.

Attend monthly ELT meetings and represent the Nashik unit.

Ensure effective communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth operations.

Production Tracking and Tools

Monitor and track production data using Power BI for detailed analysis and reporting.

Ensure all necessary production-related data (e.g., SAP snapshots, energy meter readings, water meter readings, etc.) is recorded and available.

Handle backflush reversal and address any related issues efficiently.

Environmental and ESG Initiatives

Support ongoing ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) initiatives, including progress updates and action plan implementation.

Track and report on fugitive emissions, air emissions, and environmental incidents as per GRMS standards.

Qualifications and Skills:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related field. A Master’s degree or certifications in environmental management or distillation processes is a plus.

Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of experience in fermentation, distillation, or related processes in the beverage or distillery industry.

Technical Skills:

Strong knowledge of fermentation and distillation operations.

Proficiency in production planning, data analysis (Power BI, Microstrategy, SAP), and reporting.

Familiarity with environmental regulations and compliance (Enablon, GRMS, BRSR, etc.).

Experience with production management software (Newgen, SAP).

Key Competencies:

Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Excellent communication skills for effective cross-functional coordination.

Ability to work in a team environment and manage multiple stakeholders.

Good understanding of environmental and sustainability practices in the industrial sector.

Additional Requirements:

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Willingness to participate in training and development programs.

Ability to travel if required for meetings, audits, or site visits.

Flexible Working Statement:

Flexibility is key to our success. From part-time and compressed hours to different locations, our people work flexibly in ways to suit them. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you so that you’re supported from day one.

Diversity statement:

Our purpose is to celebrate life, every day, everywhere. And creating an inclusive culture, where everyone feels valued and that they can belong, is a crucial part of this.

We embrace diversity in the broadest possible sense. This means that you’ll be welcomed and celebrated for who you are just by being you. You’ll be part of and help build and champion an inclusive culture that celebrates people of different gender, ethnicity, ability, age, sexual orientation, social class, educational backgrounds, experiences, mindsets, and more.

Our ambition is to create the best performing, most trusted and respected consumer products companies in the world. Join us and help transform our business as we take our brands to the next level and build new ones as part of shaping the next generation of celebrations for consumers around the world.

Feel inspired? Then this may be the opportunity for you. 

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