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New Riff Distillery

Distiller - 2nd Shift

Newport, KY · On-site

$50K/yr

New Riff Distilling, founded in 2014, is an independently owned Kentucky Bourbon Distillery. We're ... Maintain high cleanliness standards in the production area * Assist Barreling Team in filling ...

New Riff Distillery

Distiller - 2nd Shift

Newport, KY · On-site

$50K/yr

New Riff Distilling, founded in 2014, is an independently owned Kentucky Bourbon Distillery. We're ... Maintain high cleanliness standards in the production area * Assist Barreling Team in filling ...

New Riff Distillery

Distiller - 2nd Shift

Newport, KY · On-site

$50K/yr

New Riff Distilling, founded in 2014, is an independently owned Kentucky Bourbon Distillery. We're ... Maintain high cleanliness standards in the production area * Assist Barreling Team in filling ...

Augusta Distillery LLC

Controller

Louisville, KY · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

Augusta Distillery is a Kentucky bourbon producer focused exclusively on ultra-premium, single ... Develop and maintain proper internal controls for the business. * Assist with the preparation of ...

Sazerac Company

Laboratory Technician - Off Shift

Frankfort, KY · On-site

$16.50 - $22/hr

... Distillery. * Participate in writing, organizing and updating lab procedures. Follow all work instructions and provide feedback on laboratory specifications. Assist with cleaning and organizing the ...

Sazerac Company

Laboratory Technician - Off Shift

Frankfort, KY · On-site

$16.50 - $22/hr

... Distillery. * Participate in writing, organizing and updating lab procedures. Follow all work instructions and provide feedback on laboratory specifications. Assist with cleaning and organizing the ...

Media Kit

Laboratory Technician - Off Shift

Frankfort, KY · On-site

$16.50 - $22/hr

... Distillery. * Participate in writing, organizing and updating lab procedures. Follow all work instructions and provide feedback on laboratory specifications. Assist with cleaning and organizing the ...

MGP Ingredients

Electrician

Bardstown, KY · On-site

$22 - $30/hr

General Facility Maintenance/PM's * Assist with mechanical repairs throughout distillery. * Ensure all PMs are being performed per the schedule. * Check in with all department heads periodically to ...

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What does a distillery assistant do?

A Distillery Assistant supports the day-to-day operations of a distillery, helping with tasks such as preparing ingredients, operating equipment, monitoring fermentation and distillation processes, and bottling spirits. They also assist with cleaning, maintenance, quality control, and sometimes customer tours or tastings. The role is hands-on and requires attention to detail, a willingness to learn, and adherence to safety protocols. Distillery Assistants work closely with distillers and other staff to ensure smooth production and high-quality products.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a distillery assistant?

To thrive as a Distillery Assistant, you need a basic understanding of distillation processes, attention to detail, and ideally some experience or education in food science or chemistry. Familiarity with distillation equipment, safety protocols, and possibly certifications in food handling or forklift operation are often required. Strong teamwork, reliability, and effective communication are important soft skills for supporting production and maintaining safety standards. These skills and qualities ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality spirit production in a collaborative distillery environment.

What are some common challenges faced by distillery assistants, and how can they be addressed?

Distillery Assistants often encounter challenges such as managing physically demanding tasks, maintaining strict safety and cleanliness standards, and adapting to varying production schedules. Staying organized, following standard operating procedures, and communicating effectively with the distilling team can help address these challenges. Additionally, being proactive in learning about equipment and processes enhances both efficiency and safety in the work environment.
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Distillery Operator- Woodford Reserve- 3rd Shift

Brown-Forman Corporation

Versailles, KY • On-site

$16 - $20.25/hr

Full-time

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Brown‑Forman rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

124th of 438 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

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Meaningful Work From Day One:
With a zero-loss mindset, the distillery operator will perform all duties related to milling, yeasting, mashing, fermentation, distillation, and barrel filling under minimal supervision in accordance with standard operating procedures and government regulations. Monitor boiler operations, respond to alarms and troubleshoot issues with maintenance support. In addition to the core responsibilities of the distillery, the distillery operators will unload grain, load slop trucks, prepare ingredients for R&D as needed, and perform daily, weekly and annual sanitation duties. This role will work overtime and/or alternate schedules to ensure coverage for planned and unplanned absences (including but not limited to vacation, leave, call-offs, etc.) as required.
What You Can Expect:
• Perform all aspects of grain unloading, milling, yeasting, mashing, fermentation, distillation, and barrel fill operations per the standard operating procedures
• Monitor boiler room operations and collaborate with maintenance team to resolve issues
• Monitor by-products levels and coordinate and execute tanker load out according to schedule
• Leverage distillery schedule to ensure proper time for fermentation and distillation
• Closely track plant metrics and operational performance, responding and troubleshooting alarms and resolving issues
• Ensure all three pot distillation processes meet regulatory requirements and adhere to the standard operating procedures, maintaining accurate records and specified proof
• Assist in barrel unload, inspect and cooper barrels as needed prior to and during barrel fill, and assist in loading the barrel truck
• Perform general sanitation duties
• Perform other duties, responsibilities, and special projects as assigned to meet business and operational needs.
What You Bring to the Table:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage time and work with minimal supervision
• Strong analytical and decision making skills
• Demonstrated ability to perform mathematical calculations (add, multiply, subtract, etc.)
• Proficient in Google and/or Microsoft Suite (Sheets, Mail, etc.)
• Physically able to walk, bend, stoop, twist, reach upward/downward, crouch, and ascend/descend stairs/ramps/ ladders, including climbing heights up to 40 or 50 feet, repeatedly over the course of each nightly shift
• Physically able to push and pull over 100 pounds
• Physically able to tolerate exposure to the following conditions: cold, heat, coal conveyor & height (40'-50') .
What Makes You Unique:
• Previous distillery experience
• Associate's or bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology or other related science discipline
• Experience with the Salesforce platform
Who We Are:
We believe great people build great brands. And we know there is Nothing Better in the Market than a career at Brown-Forman. Being a part of Brown-Forman means you will grow both personally and professionally. You will have the opportunity to solve problems, seize opportunities, and generate bold ideas. You will belong to a place where teamwork matters and where you are encouraged to bring your best self to work.
What We Offer:
Total Rewards at Brown-Forman is designed to engage our people to ensure sustainable and profitable growth for generations to come. As a premium spirits company, we offer equitable pay structures for individual and company performance alongside a pr emium employee experience. We offer a range of premium benefits that reflect our company values and meet the needs of our diverse workforce. #LI
Requisition Type:
Employee
Management Level:
Operations
Global Job Level:
T2
Number of Openings Available:
1

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