Buffalo Trace Distillery is an American family-owned company based in Frankfort, Franklin County ... process knowledge *This is a 3rd shift role*
Buffalo Trace Distillery is an American family-owned company based in Frankfort, Franklin County ... process knowledge *This is a 3rd shift role*
Process Operation Lead
Rhome, TX · On-site
$99K - $129K/yr
In collaboration with the Distillation Process Manager, this role will lead multiple process operators across 2 shifts: * Assigning daily job assignments to employees in their respective area
Process Operation Lead
Rhome, TX · On-site
$99K - $129K/yr
In collaboration with the Distillation Process Manager, this role will lead multiple process operators across 2 shifts: * Assigning daily job assignments to employees in their respective area
Process Operation Lead
Rhome, TX · On-site
$99K - $129K/yr
In collaboration with the Distillation Process Manager, this role will lead multiple process operators across 2 shifts: * Assigning daily job assignments to employees in their respective area
Process Operation Lead
Rhome, TX · On-site
$99K - $129K/yr
In collaboration with the Distillation Process Manager, this role will lead multiple process operators across 2 shifts: * Assigning daily job assignments to employees in their respective area
Process Operation Lead
Rhome, TX · On-site
$99K - $129K/yr
In collaboration with the Distillation Process Manager, this role will lead multiple process operators across 2 shifts:Assigning daily job assignments to employees in their respective areaScheduling ...
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Process Operation Lead
Rhome, TX · On-site
$99K - $129K/yr
In collaboration with the Distillation Process Manager, this role will lead multiple process operators across 2 shifts:Assigning daily job assignments to employees in their respective areaScheduling ...
Process Operator
$18.25 - $23/hr
The Role The Process Operator will operate the ammonium fluoride reactor processes, the nitric and ... Distillation product supports chemical blending and other operations. * Operates industrial boilers ...
Process Operator
$18.25 - $23/hr
The Role The Process Operator will operate the ammonium fluoride reactor processes, the nitric and ... Distillation product supports chemical blending and other operations. * Operates industrial boilers ...
Service Operator - Buffalo Trace Distillery
Frankfort, KY · On-site
$28.03/hr
The Distillery's rich tradition dates back to 1773 and includes such legends as E.H. Taylor, Jr., ... processes and testing methods * Good verbal and written communication skills Preferred: * Previous ...
Service Operator - Buffalo Trace Distillery
Frankfort, KY · On-site
$28.03/hr
The Distillery's rich tradition dates back to 1773 and includes such legends as E.H. Taylor, Jr., ... processes and testing methods * Good verbal and written communication skills Preferred: * Previous ...
Are you a highly organized, process-driven individual who loves building and maintaining a well ... At Journeyman Distillery, we're crafting more than distilled spirits. We're creating memorable ...
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Are you a highly organized, process-driven individual who loves building and maintaining a well ... At Journeyman Distillery, we're crafting more than distilled spirits. We're creating memorable ...
Engineer I, Process
Moore, SC · On-site
Thorough understanding of distillation process and all the related variables that affect a distillation process. * Thorough understanding of reaction engineering and all the related variables that ...
Engineer I, Process
Moore, SC · On-site
Thorough understanding of distillation process and all the related variables that affect a distillation process. * Thorough understanding of reaction engineering and all the related variables that ...
Engineer I, Process
Moore, SC · On-site
Thorough understanding of distillation process and all the related variables that affect a distillation process. * Thorough understanding of reaction engineering and all the related variables that ...
Engineer I, Process
Moore, SC · On-site
Thorough understanding of distillation process and all the related variables that affect a distillation process. * Thorough understanding of reaction engineering and all the related variables that ...
Process Engineer
Huntsville, AL · On-site
$85K - $110K/yr
Distillation Process experience in a chemical manufacturing environment is desired. * Provide technical service to his/her assigned unit, through daily monitoring of unit operations. * Identify ways ...
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Process Engineer
Huntsville, AL · On-site
$85K - $110K/yr
Distillation Process experience in a chemical manufacturing environment is desired. * Provide technical service to his/her assigned unit, through daily monitoring of unit operations. * Identify ways ...
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and processes * Lead or support continuous improvement ... Trace Distillery , every barrel tells a story. Some of the whiskey you help manage today will age ...
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and processes * Lead or support continuous improvement ... Trace Distillery , every barrel tells a story. Some of the whiskey you help manage today will age ...
A rare opportunity to bring a new distillery to life - for one of bourbon's most iconic brands ... Ensure all process systems meet defined performance, safety, and quality standards * Act as the ...
A rare opportunity to bring a new distillery to life - for one of bourbon's most iconic brands ... Ensure all process systems meet defined performance, safety, and quality standards * Act as the ...
Distillation process experience is highly preferred; other chemical process engineering backgrounds will be considered. * Strong knowledge of process optimization, troubleshooting, process safety ...
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Distillation process experience is highly preferred; other chemical process engineering backgrounds will be considered. * Strong knowledge of process optimization, troubleshooting, process safety ...
A rare opportunity to bring a new distillery to life - for one of bourbon's most iconic brands ... Ensure all process systems meet defined performance, safety, and quality standards * Act as the ...
A rare opportunity to bring a new distillery to life - for one of bourbon's most iconic brands ... Ensure all process systems meet defined performance, safety, and quality standards * Act as the ...
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and processes * Lead or support continuous improvement ... Trace Distillery , every barrel tells a story. Some of the whiskey you help manage today will age ...
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and processes * Lead or support continuous improvement ... Trace Distillery , every barrel tells a story. Some of the whiskey you help manage today will age ...
Service Operator - Buffalo Trace Distillery
Frankfort, KY · On-site
$28.03/hr
The Distillery's rich tradition dates back to 1773 and includes such legends as E.H. Taylor, Jr., ... processes and testing methods * Good verbal and written communication skills Preferred: * Previous ...
Service Operator - Buffalo Trace Distillery
Frankfort, KY · On-site
$28.03/hr
The Distillery's rich tradition dates back to 1773 and includes such legends as E.H. Taylor, Jr., ... processes and testing methods * Good verbal and written communication skills Preferred: * Previous ...
Distillation & Utilities Operator
Georgetown, SC · On-site
$24 - $32/hr
The ideal candidate will have industrial process experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to safely monitor and adjust multiple operating systems. What You'll Do * Operate distillation ...
Distillation & Utilities Operator
Georgetown, SC · On-site
$24 - $32/hr
The ideal candidate will have industrial process experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to safely monitor and adjust multiple operating systems. What You'll Do * Operate distillation ...
Part-Time Tour Guide
Austin, TX · On-site
Product Curiosity Genuine enthusiasm for whiskey, craft spirits, and the distillation process. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Tour Leadership • Guides guests through the distillery while explaining ...
Part-Time Tour Guide
Austin, TX · On-site
Product Curiosity Genuine enthusiasm for whiskey, craft spirits, and the distillation process. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Tour Leadership • Guides guests through the distillery while explaining ...
Process Engineer
Louisville, KY · On-site
The Process Engineer is a member of a Manufacturing Technology team that includes chemical ... Provide engineering expertise on unit operations such as distillation, refrigeration, pressure ...
Process Engineer
Louisville, KY · On-site
The Process Engineer is a member of a Manufacturing Technology team that includes chemical ... Provide engineering expertise on unit operations such as distillation, refrigeration, pressure ...
Service Operator - Buffalo Trace Distillery
Frankfort, KY · On-site
$28.03/hr
The Distillery's rich tradition dates back to 1773 and includes such legends as E.H. Taylor, Jr., ... processes and testing methods * Good verbal and written communication skills Preferred: * Previous ...
Service Operator - Buffalo Trace Distillery
Frankfort, KY · On-site
$28.03/hr
The Distillery's rich tradition dates back to 1773 and includes such legends as E.H. Taylor, Jr., ... processes and testing methods * Good verbal and written communication skills Preferred: * Previous ...
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What is the difference between Distillery Process vs Distillery Technician?
| Aspect | Distillery Process | Distillery Technician |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Knowledge of distillation methods, certifications vary | Technical certifications, experience in equipment operation |
| Work Environment | Production floors, distillation units, laboratories | Equipment rooms, production lines, maintenance areas |
| Industry Usage | Describes the overall process of producing spirits | Performs technical tasks within the distillery process |
While the distillery process refers to the entire method of producing spirits, a distillery technician is responsible for operating and maintaining equipment within that process. The technician ensures smooth production, adhering to safety and quality standards, whereas the process encompasses the broader steps involved in distillation.
What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in distillery process roles, and how can they be managed?
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Sazerac rating
8.4
Based on 34 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
49th of 437 rated food and drinks producers
Job description
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.
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.
For more information, please visit www.buffalotracedistillery.com or www.sazerac.com.
About the Role
Buffalo Trace is the world’s most award-winning distillery — and the team that keeps it running is just as impressive. As our Processing Supervisor, you’ll own the shift: from bulk alcohol receiving to batching, blending, and filtration. You’re the link between raw ingredients and the bottle, and you take that seriously.
What You’ll Own
• Safety, every shift. You’ll enforce DOT/Hazmat, confined space, and TTB compliance — and actively build a culture where zero recordables is the expectation, not the goal.
• Production operations. Manual batching, automated blending, RO water systems, filtration — you decide how to deploy equipment, people, and tankage to keep Bottling on schedule.
• The numbers. You’ll track and drive key metrics: Juice Loss %, WGs/Labor $, OT utilization, and Department OHV.
• Your team. Coach, develop, and lead Processing employees with fairness and accountability. Conduct investigations, deliver safety kickoffs, and invest in people’s growth.
• Compliance. Maintain clean TTB records (122s, 137s, calibrations, system transactions) and support internal and external audits without missing a beat
What You Bring
Required:
• 3+ years of processing experience in a fast-paced manufacturing or production environment
• Proven supervisory experience — you’ve led a team and it shows
• Strong analytical instincts and problem-solving skills
• Solid MS Office skills (Excel especially)
• General knowledge of processing and receiving operations
Preferred:
• Experience with ERP/MRP/WMS systems
• Alcohol beverage industry background
• Familiarity with beverage processing equipment
• Union environment experience
• Inventory control and budget process knowledge
*This is a 3rd shift role*
About SAZERAC
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Industry
Food and drink manufacturing
Company size
5,001 - 10,000 Employees
Headquarters location
New Orleans, LA, US
Year founded
1850