Manufacturing Associate Jobs in Arkansas

INTRODUCTION

Where Conviviality is at work.

Pernod Ricard is a global premium spirits and wine company. We’re the team behind leading brands such as ABSOLUT® Vodka, Jameson® Irish Whiskey, Malibu®, Kahlúa® Liqueur, The Glenlivet® Gin, and Skrewball™ whiskey, as well as many more superior wines and exquisite champagnes!

Working at Pernod Ricard is all about igniting conviviality in all that we do. Derived from the French word, convivialité…it means human connection, authenticity, friendly, and jovial. Conviviality is energy and spirit with a splash of je ne sais quoi and is a core philosophy around how we live and work at Pernod Ricard.

Guided by our 4 core values: (1) grounded in the real; (2) fiercely authentic; (3) passion for challenge; and (4) connected beyond borders; we are team players, dream makers, trailblazers, movers and (cocktail) shakers. We have a passion for living life to the fullest, making new friends every day, and realizing our potential as people and as a business!

The salary range for this role, based in Fort Smith, is $78,300.00 to $97,900.00. The range may vary if the role outside of this location. Base salaries are determined during our interview process, by assessing a candidate’s experience, skills against internal peers and against the scope and responsibilities of the position.

Position Summary:

We are looking for a talented manufacturing engineer to evaluate and improve manufacturing processes. The manufacturing engineer's responsibilities include identifying areas for improvement, maintaining high levels of manufacturing and product quality, designing new products and methods, as well as ensuring cost-efficiency and conformance with regulatory standards.

To be successful as a manufacturing engineer you should be able to work effectively within a team and have a high level of technical expertise. An outstanding manufacturing engineer should be able to develop and optimize manufacturing processes for maximum efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and quality.

Manufacturing Engineer Duties & Responsibilities

• Evaluating existing manufacturing processes and identifying areas for improvement
• Determining problem resolutions and implementing improvements
• Developing detailed layouts for equipment, processes, and workflow
• Researching and developing new processes, equipment, and products
• Developing and implementing cost-saving measures and quality control systems
• Ensuring manufacturing processes, equipment, and products comply with safety standards and legal regulations
• Maintaining research and activity documentation and preparing reports
• Analyze Production Data to provide recommendations to maintenance & production teams on focus areas.
• Complete heat map exercises and Pareto production issues from Demeter to align with site priorities.
• Conducting research to develop new and improved processes for manufacturing
• Establishing safety procedures for individuals working with dangerous chemicals
• Conducting tests and monitoring the equipment process performance throughout production
• Troubleshooting problems associated with manufacturing processes
• Evaluating processes and equipment to ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations
• Estimating production costs

Manufacturing Engineer Skills & Qualifications

• Analytical skills for troubleshooting designs not working as planned, asking the right questions and finding answers that work
• Ingenuity for using the broad concepts of industrial engineering and applying them to address specific production problems
• Interpersonal skills in developing positive working relationships with other employees working with the production process
• Math skills for using the principals of advanced math topics including troubleshooting work, calculus for analysis and design

Manufacturing Engineer Education & Experience

• Degree in manufacturing, industrial, or mechanical engineering required
• 4-5 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial engineering
• Experience evaluating and troubleshooting manufacturing operations, processes, and machinery
• Experience using CAD, CAM, data analysis programs, and related software
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong organization and management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (including Visio and Project)
• High level of technical expertise
• Strong analytical thinker, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification strongly preferred

When you join Pernod Ricard, you’ll experience a workplace that is rich in heritage, driven by our iconic brands and a long-standing commitment to sustainability, safety, and giving back to the people and communities where we work. We know that happiness at work starts with that feeling of belonging you get from an inclusive culture where being uniquely you is celebrated. Our values are lived, they drive our behaviors, and it’s what brings our culture to life.

Our work philosophy celebrates the magic of human connection with the flexibility needed to provide one's most meaningful contribution. We offer a flexible work policy, with most of our positions offering a hybrid option with flexibility to work remotely 2 days a week. As a global employer, we understand that not everyone’s working hours are the same, and we empower our employees to work the hours that make the most sense for them and their team’s schedules.

We offer employees great benefits and perks to toast to a life filled with support. Check out PRUSABenefits.com for details.

This recruitment process uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to match applicant skills with role requirements and qualifications.

Pernod Ricard USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It employs qualified individuals based solely on ability, training, and experience, and does not and will not, discriminate for or against any employee or applicant for employment or promotion based upon actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service or any other classification protected by law. Offers will be subject to United States local terms.

Pernod Ricard USA is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Pernod Ricard USA will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. To request reasonable accommodation during the application process, contact us at PR_NA_TalentAcquisition@pernod-ricard.com.

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Target Hire Date: 2026-06-01

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