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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for distillery worker in the United States is $23.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.91 and $26.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectDistillery WorkerBottling Line Worker
CredentialsHigh school diploma, on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma, on-the-job training
Work EnvironmentDistillery production area, handling raw ingredientsBottling line, packaging finished products
Industry UsageManufacturing spirits, whiskey, vodka, etc.Packaging and labeling bottled products
Common Search IntentRoles in distillery productionRoles in bottling and packaging

Distillery Workers and Bottling Line Workers both operate within the spirits manufacturing industry and often share similar credentials and work environments. However, Distillery Workers focus on raw ingredient handling and distillation processes, while Bottling Line Workers specialize in packaging finished products. Both roles are essential in the production chain but differ in their specific tasks and areas of focus.

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Infographic showing various Distillery Worker job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,095 per year, or $23.6 per hour.

Distillery Maintenance Manager

Sazerac Company

Frankfort, KY

$56.75 - $85.12/hr

Full-time

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8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 34 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

49th of 437 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

About Buffalo Trace Distillery

Buffalo Trace Distillery has been producing bourbon on the banks of the Kentucky River since 1773 — making it one of the oldest continually operating distilleries in the United States. It's home to some of the most coveted bottles in the world: Pappy Van Winkle, Blanton's, Eagle Rare, and the distillery's namesake, Buffalo Trace Bourbon.

The distillery has earned more than 300 awards and 17 'Distillery of the Year' titles. It is a National Historic Landmark and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. As part of the Sazerac family of companies — one of the fastest-growing spirits companies in the world — Buffalo Trace combines heritage craftsmanship with modern, ambitious growth.

About the Role

This is a high-impact, hands-on leadership role at the heart of Buffalo Trace Distillery — a National Historic Landmark that has been crafting award-winning bourbon since 1773. As Maintenance Manager, you'll own the reliability, safety, and continuous improvement of all distillery, barrel warehousing, and distribution maintenance operations.

You'll lead a team of up to 10 skilled technicians, drive toward 95%+ equipment uptime, and partner across production, safety, and engineering to solve problems before they become shutdowns. This role requires strong technical instincts, managerial courage, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What You'll Do

  • Own maintenance operations across the distillery, barrel warehousing, and distribution — planning, scheduling, budgeting, and execution

  • Lead and develop a team of up to 10 skilled maintenance technicians; evaluate performance, identify skill gaps, and build improvement plans

  • Drive 95%+ equipment uptime through a disciplined mix of preventive, predictive, and reactive maintenance

  • Manage CMMS utilization and work order systems; reduce MTTR and increase MTBF across critical equipment

  • Ensure safety is engineered into every project — review safety work orders, partner with the Safety Department, and maintain contractor compliance

  • Oversee capital projects and new installations from design through commissioning; write and cost-justify CARs

  • Develop and maintain SOPs for MRO inventory and PM scheduling; ensure GMP and quality standard adherence

  • Champion the 5S initiative and build a culture of continuous improvement within the maintenance team

  • Support a positive, self-directed team culture consistent with Sazerac's values and Collective Bargaining Agreements

What to Expect

This role operates in an active manufacturing environment and requires physical presence on the floor. Candidates should be prepared for:

  • A demanding schedule with flexibility for evenings, weekends, and on-call response as production needs arise

  • Physical requirements including standing for extended periods, climbing stairs and ladders, bending, kneeling, and working in varying conditions

  • A fast-moving, high-accountability culture where problems get solved — not escalated

REQUIRED

PREFERRED

✓ 5–10 years of maintenance management experience

✓ Distillery, brewing, or CPG manufacturing experience

✓ Bachelor's Degree

✓ Experience in an alcohol beverage environment

✓ Proven record of 95%+ equipment uptime

✓ Union environment management

✓ Experience leading skilled trades teams (union a plus)

✓ MBA or advanced degree

✓ CMMS/work order systems proficiency

✓ Organizational development background

✓ Project management from concept through commissioning

✓ 5S / Lean manufacturing experience

✓ Strong MS Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)

✓ Ability to communicate across all organizational levels

✓ Physical ability to work on-site: standing, climbing, bending

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You should be proficient in:

  • Leadership / People Management
  • Project Management
  • Preventive Maintenance & Inspection
  • Warehouse Experience
  • Distribution Experience
  • Maintenance and Repair Skills
  • Equipment Repair & Maintenance
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