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How much do whiskey distillery jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for whiskey distillery in the United States is $23.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.66 and $29.33 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a whiskey distillery?

A Whiskey Distillery job involves the production of whiskey, including mashing, fermentation, distillation, aging, and bottling. Workers may handle raw ingredients, operate distilling equipment, monitor quality, and ensure compliance with safety and legal regulations. Depending on the role, responsibilities can range from hands-on production to quality control, packaging, or even visitor tours and sales. It requires attention to detail, knowledge of the distillation process, and a passion for crafting high-quality spirits.

What are the typical career advancement opportunities for someone working in a whiskey distillery?

Working in a whiskey distillery offers several career growth paths, from entry-level production roles to more specialized positions like master distiller or quality assurance manager. Employees often start as production operators or technicians and can progress to supervisory, management, or research and development roles with experience and additional training. Many distilleries also encourage ongoing education in spirits production and may sponsor certifications or attendance at industry conferences. Advancement typically depends on technical expertise, leadership skills, and a strong track record of maintaining quality and safety standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the whiskey distillery position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a whiskey distillery role, you need a solid understanding of fermentation, distillation processes, quality control, and often a background in chemistry or food science. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, production monitoring systems, and health and safety certifications is typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, problem-solving, and strong communication are key soft skills for this position. These skills ensure consistent product quality, safe production environments, and efficient collaboration within the distillery team.

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Infographic showing various Whiskey Distillery job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 80% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,586 per year, or $23.4 per hour.

Distillery Barrel Warehouse Supervisor

Frankfort, KY • On-site

Sazerac Company
Food and Drink Manufacturing • 5 - 10K employees

$36.54 - $54.81/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 6 hours ago


Sazerac rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 34 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Buffalo Trace Distillery, a National Historic Landmark and the most award-winning distillery in the world, is a family-owned company based in Franklin County, Kentucky, with a rich distilling tradition that dates back to 1787. We take great pride in our world class customer service, making the finest quality products, and providing customers, tourists and business travelers with a unique, enriching experience not found at any other distillery in the world.

Why This Role Is Exciting

In this role, you’ll:

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Lead a high-impact team responsible for managing thousands of barrels of aging whiskey

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Develop leadership skills while working directly with experienced operations leaders

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Solve real operational challenges and drive process improvements

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Work in a historic distillery that blends tradition with modern production systems

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Build a career path in operations leadership

What You’ll Do

Lead the Warehouse Team

  • Supervise daily barrel warehouse operations and union personnel
  • Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and safety
  • Support employee development and maintain positive labor relations

Keep Operations Running Smoothly

  • Coordinate barrel and whiskey movements using inventory and tracking systems
  • Manage inventory control, cycle counting, and warehouse logistics
  • Ensure operations meet production schedules and department goals

Champion Safety & Quality

  • Lead safety initiatives and ensure compliance with personal safety, food safety, environmental, and quality standards
  • Maintain the highest standards for whiskey quality and handling

Improve How We Work

  • Partner with maintenance teams to troubleshoot equipment and operational challenges
  • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and processes
  • Lead or support continuous improvement projects

Grow as a Leader

  • Work closely with the Barrel Warehouse Manager to build leadership, operations, and technical skills
  • Gain experience in team management, production operations, and regulatory compliance

What We’re Looking For

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Strong communication and leadership skills
  • Excellent organization and planning ability
  • Experience using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
  • Passion for safety, quality, and continuous improvement
  • Ability to work collaboratively with teams across operations and maintenance

Preferred

  • 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing, warehouse, or operations environments
  • Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement tools
  • Familiarity with regulatory standards such as OSHA, FDA, or TTB
  • Interest in building a long-term career in operations leadership

Work Environment

Our warehouse operations are active industrial environments.

You should be comfortable:

  • Lifting up to 50 lbs
  • Working 8+ hour shifts with occasional overtime
  • Operating in loud, humid environments around moving equipment
  • Maintaining strong attention to detail and quality standards

Join the Legacy

At Buffalo Trace Distillery, every barrel tells a story. Some of the whiskey you help manage today will age for 10, 15, or even 20+ years before it reaches someone’s glass.

If you’re ready to lead teams, improve operations, and be part of a historic distilling tradition, we’d love to meet you.

You should be proficient in:

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