Early Career Development Associate

Heaven Hill Brands•Bardstown, KY

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The Early Career Development (ECD) program is designed to prepare you for both technical and leadership roles within Heaven Hill Brands. Through people leadership, project management, and technical skill development, you will gain a thorough understanding of our industry, culture, and processes while directly contributing to Heaven Hill’s growth and success. This fast-paced rotational program consists of 24 months of learning and development, designed to prepare early talent for future roles within the Operations organization at Heaven Hill Brands. Participants will rotate across multiple production sites and functions, gaining hands-on experience while receiving targeted training, mentorship, and professional development. Upon successful completion of the program, you may be eligible for a full-time role in operations leadership, engineering, supply chain, or other functions based on business needs and personal interests. 24-month program with rotations involving various departments Opportunities for networking with Heaven Hill senior leadership Feedback and regular meetings with Rotational Mentor and Rotational Manager throughout the program Build capability through exposure and ownership of broad operational systems. Frontline exposure to production to leverage problem-solving while driving improvements and eliminating losses Grow your coaching, team building and people development skills by leading Operators, Technicians, and Mechanics

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering
Ability to work in a cross-functional, self-directed work team with keen focus on improving every day and working together to win
Critical thinking skills. Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
Flexibility to learn and maintain cutting-edge technology
Ability to internalize and execute new operational techniques and processes
Analytical skills, particularly with data collection and analysis, to present solutions
Highly proficient in written and verbal communication skills
Public speaking experience and excellent presentation abilities
Technical writing experience developing standard operating procedures and other written correspondence
Proficiency with computers and Microsoft systems such as Outlook, Excel, etc.

Nice To Haves

Distilled Spirits Certificate or Lean/Continuous Improvement certification preferred

Responsibilities

Manage programs to gain experience in capital project ownership and/or new system startups
Take ownership of improvement initiatives to understand end-to-end operations
Strengthen critical skills in planning, communication, and execution while delivering measurable impact
Gain experience in leading teams, resolving challenges, and fostering collaboration
Develop the confidence and skills needed to lead people effectively in a fast-paced environment
Promote and prioritize a safety culture to ensure employees watch out for their safety and the safety of their teammates
Shadow front-line supervisors to provide informed supervision of engineering, distilling, processing, bottling, maintenance, and/or supply chain departments (according to assigned rotation) through front-line engagement and technical support
Spend time on the production floor with front-line team members to develop an understanding of the day-to-day operations
Utilize key performance indicators (KPI’s) to measure improvements and to monitor success
Report out with key learnings, success differentiators (skill development), and any recommendations for continuous improvement
Develop presentation skills through presentations with department and leadership teams.
Present at routine intervals to local plant leadership to improve communication and executive presence skills.
Ensure employees are treated fairly and hold themselves accountable for demonstrating Heaven Hill’s Spirited Commitment values.