Production Technician

Sazerac Company Overview

Build your career at Sazerac! With almost 400 years of rich history, Sazerac Company has thrived as an independent, American family-owned company with operations in the United States and around the world. Since the 2000s, Sazerac has averaged double digit growth every year! Sazerac Company produces and markets the most award-winning bourbons and whiskeys in the world, including Buffalo Trace, Pappy Van Winkle, Eagle Rare, Blanton’s, Traveller, and Sazerac Rye. Additionally, Sazerac owns many popular brands across a range of spirits, including Fireball, Svedka, Wheatley, BuzzBallz, Southern Comfort, Seagram’s V.O., Myers’s, Goldschläger, Parrot Bay, 99 Brand, and Platinum Vodka.

We’re proud of our award-winning culture and distilleries. Our Louisville office has been named one of the “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” four times, and our Buffalo Trace Distillery has earned the title of “world’s most award-winning distillery” through the dedication of our craftsmen for well over 200 years. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced professional, Sazerac provides extraordinary opportunities for growth with competitive salaries and benefits in an exciting, entrepreneurial industry.

Job Description/Responsibilities

As a Production Technician at Northwest Ordinance Distilling, you will be responsible for operating bottling equipment, monitoring production processes, ensuring product quality, performing maintenance tasks, and maintaining cleanliness of the bottling area. This role will work in small teams were relationships and teamwork help drive the success of the facility. We operate 24/7, primarily producing and bottling Fireball Cinnamon Whisky and other famous spirit brands, such 99 Brand, Parrot Bay, and Dr. McGillicuddy’s.

What You'll Do:

• Understand and adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures and best practices to ensure quality standards and performance metrics are met
• Perform equipment set-up, lubrication, changeover, and troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Operate industrial equipment such as a Forklift. We will train you and certify you on the Forklift.

Shift: AWS 2-2-3 (Rotating 2-2-3 schedule. 3 day weekend every other week. 

Hours: 6:45am-7pm OR 6:45pm-7am

Qualifications/Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for operating machinery
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Detail oriented and demonstrated ability to perform work with a high degree of accuracy

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to pick up and/or move objects up to 50 pounds without assistance
• Ability to work on your feet (12 hour shifts), climbing stairs and ladders, bending, kneeling and squatting
• Ability to work in environments with high noise levels and humid conditions (non-weather)

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Culture and Benefits

Sazerac offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401K, paid time off, and more. These benefits may vary depending on location and work type. Learn more about how we support our employees here. 

The hourly rate for this role is $22.08 - $26.53/hr depending on shift ($2/hr shift diff for nights).

Sazerac is committed to equality of opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status. 

What’s Next: 

After you apply, a recruiter will review your application and reach out to qualified candidates. Selected candidates will follow our interview process, which may include a phone screen, hiring manager interview, and panel interviews with business leaders. There may be additional steps or assessments throughout the process dependent on the position. Applicants who are not selected to move through the process, at any stage, will be notified via email. 

Need assistance throughout your application or interview process? Email talentacquisition@sazerac.com.

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