Cask Maturation Logistics Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Lead the flow of maturation at a landmark American distillery

Buffalo Trace Distillery in Franklin County, Kentucky—family-owned since our earliest records in 1787 and the most award-winning distillery in the world—combines rich tradition with advanced production systems to deliver world-class spirits and hospitality.

Why this role stands out

• Guide a high-impact team managing thousands of aging barrels.
• Accelerate your leadership growth alongside experienced operations leaders.
• Tackle real operational problems and implement process improvements.
• Work where heritage meets innovation—inside a National Historic Landmark.
• Chart a long-term path in operations leadership.

Core accountabilitiesPeople & Culture

• Supervise day-to-day barrel warehouse activities and union personnel.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and a proactive safety culture.
• Support employee development and positive labor relations.

Materials & Movement

• Coordinate barrel and whiskey movements through inventory and tracking systems.
• Oversee inventory control, cycle counts, and warehouse logistics.
• Hit production schedules and departmental performance goals.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Lead initiatives that ensure personal safety, food safety, environmental, and quality compliance.
• Safeguard whiskey quality and proper handling at every step.

Continuous Improvement

• Partner with maintenance to troubleshoot equipment and operational challenges.
• Identify efficiencies and lead or support continuous improvement projects.

Leadership Development

• Work in close partnership with the Barrel Warehouse Manager to expand leadership, operational, and technical acumen.
• Gain exposure to team management, production operations, and regulatory compliance.

What you bring

Required

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Clear, confident communication and leadership skills.
• Strong organization and planning capability.
• Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborative approach with operations and maintenance partners.

Preferred

• 3–5 years’ experience in manufacturing, warehousing, or operations.
• Background with Lean, Six Sigma, or other CI methodologies.
• Knowledge of OSHA, FDA, and TTB standards.
• Desire to grow a long-term career in operations leadership.

Working conditions

• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Work 8+ hour shifts with occasional overtime.
• Perform in loud, humid environments around moving equipment.
• Maintain exceptional attention to detail and quality.

Tools & proficiency

• Leadership / People Management
• Warehouse Experience
• ERP & MRP Systems

Make your mark

Some barrels you move today will rest for decades. Join Buffalo Trace Distillery to lead, improve, and preserve the standards that have defined our craft for generations.