Maintenance 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.

Company/Location Overview

Buffalo Trace Distillery is an American family-owned company based in Frankfort, Franklin County, Kentucky. The Distillery's rich tradition dates back to 1773 and includes such legends as E.H. Taylor, Jr., George T. Stagg, Albert B. Blanton, Orville Schupp, and Elmer T. Lee. 

Buffalo Trace Distillery is a fully operational Distillery producing bourbon, rye and vodka on site and is a National Historic Landmark as well as is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Distillery has won 17 distillery titles since 2000 from such notable publications as Whisky Magazine, Whisky Advocate Magazine and Wine Enthusiast Magazine . It was named “Brand Innovator of the Year” by Whisky Magazine at its Icons of Whisky America Awards 2015. Buffalo Trace Distillery has also garnered more than 300 awards for its wide range of premium whiskies. The distillery is part of the Sazerac family of companies.

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Job Description/Responsibilities

Buffalo Trace Distillery is seeking applicants for Maintenance Technicians to join our team in Frankfort, KY. Buffalo Trace seeks candidates who value teamwork, pride in quality products, and an active pursuit of self-development. As a Maintenance Technician, responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Skilled performance of industrial mechanical duties
• Bottling and distillery equipment maintenance and installation, including but not limited to hydraulics, pneumatics, and pumps.
• Support operations by responding to trouble calls, quickly diagnosing issues, and making timely and accurate repairs
• Participation in continuous improvement efforts including project work, machinery component rebuilds, etc.

Qualifications/Requirements

MUST

• A record of successful maintenance experience with a mastery of skills needed to perform everyday maintenance tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing facility.
• Ability/Willingness to work second or third shift.
• Successful candidates will be required to receive acceptable scores on several tests including mechanical and electrical aptitude exams, pre-employment physical, and drug/alcohol screening.
• Must demonstrate a high level of initiative and problem solving abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent safety and attendance records.
• High School diploma or equivalent

PREFERRED

• Associates Degree in Mechanical Maintenance
• Performing preventative maintenance
• Mechanical troubleshooting skills
• Hydraulics experience
• Machine safety inspections
• Experience in manufacturing environment

Machines and technologies you will use:

• Conveyor systems
• Bottling equipment such as labelers, fillers, and case packers
• Packaging robots
• Pumps
• Industrial dryers
• Centrifuges
• Control and automatic valves
• Air compressors

Pay: $36.60/hr

2-2-3 Schedule 

12 hour shifts

Night shift 6pm-6am

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