Sazerac
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.
For more information, please visit www.buffalotracedistillery.com or www.sazerac.com.
Job Description/Responsibilities Buffalo Trace Distillery is currently seeking applicants for Aging Warehouse Technician, shift production employment, with a starting salary of $27.10 per hour.
We are looking for dependable and motivated people to join the outstanding team that produces some of the highest quality products in the world working in the Barrel Warehouse.
Work may include maintaining, checking, and transferring Aging Warehouse barrels and spirits efficiently and accurately.
Operate in a safe and timely manner and to be recognized as a distillery that produces, consistently, the best tasting bourbon in the world.
Be able to physically perform all aspects of the position.
This includes, but is not limited to:
Roll 500 lb barrels
Lift 50 lbs on a constant basis and 65 lbs occasionally from floor to shoulder height.
When situations arise where you are required to lift more than 50 lbs; it is recommended you use company provided equipment that you are qualified to operate, or the lift should be performed by two team members.
Climb a minimum of nine (9) flights of stairs in succession
Stand for long periods of time, bend, stoop, and continuous walking
Ability to work outside in inclement weather conditions in addition to working in areas that are not temperature-controlled
Good balance (some work surfaces may be uneven)
Acceptable (or corrected) visual acuity and depth perception
Acceptable (or corrected) hearing
Ability to fit into small spaces (ricks)
Rolling of barrels for either entry into the warehouse for maturing or withdraw for processing
Reviewing daily reports to ensure barrels are entered and withdrawn from the assigned warehouse and location accurately
Check barrels for leaks and follow proper procedures to mitigate loss of liquid
Maneuver barrels in ricks alone due to space limitation
Mechanical aptitude, must be able to learn and use warehouse equipment to include escalator, elevator, grasshopper, ricker and low-rater
Drive company owned vehicle to include DOT physical
Must have a basic understanding of hand tools and be able to operate them (crowbar and hammer)
Must not be afraid of heights or working in high areas
Work in a team environment with a continuous improvement mindset
Problem solving and troubleshooting skills
Must be able to perform basic math functions
Sanitation duties keep working area clean, neat and organized
Safety is everyone’s responsibility, identify risks and report violations, near misses, or injuries immediately
Knowledge of GMP’s, safety standards, quality standards and demonstrated ability to react and communicate effectively to issues
Qualifications/Requirements Required Qualifications:
Minimum education level of High School diploma or GED equivalent
Proven stable, safe work history with excellent attendance record; minimum of one-year work experience
Must be able to work flexible shifts (1st), including weekend overtime
DOT recertification (site specific)
Display a teamwork attitude
Demonstrate the ability to read, write and comprehend English with understanding as it relates to job tasks
Ability to communicate effectively and develop rapport with internal and external stakeholders
Average to above average attendance and performance/safety records
Successful DOT physical
Valid driver's license (if applicable)
Min
USD $24.96/Yr. Max
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.
For more information, please visit www.buffalotracedistillery.com or www.sazerac.com.
Job Description/Responsibilities Buffalo Trace Distillery is currently seeking applicants for Aging Warehouse Technician, shift production employment, with a starting salary of $27.10 per hour.
We are looking for dependable and motivated people to join the outstanding team that produces some of the highest quality products in the world working in the Barrel Warehouse.
Work may include maintaining, checking, and transferring Aging Warehouse barrels and spirits efficiently and accurately.
Operate in a safe and timely manner and to be recognized as a distillery that produces, consistently, the best tasting bourbon in the world.
Be able to physically perform all aspects of the position.
This includes, but is not limited to:
Roll 500 lb barrels
Lift 50 lbs on a constant basis and 65 lbs occasionally from floor to shoulder height.
When situations arise where you are required to lift more than 50 lbs; it is recommended you use company provided equipment that you are qualified to operate, or the lift should be performed by two team members.
Climb a minimum of nine (9) flights of stairs in succession
Stand for long periods of time, bend, stoop, and continuous walking
Ability to work outside in inclement weather conditions in addition to working in areas that are not temperature-controlled
Good balance (some work surfaces may be uneven)
Acceptable (or corrected) visual acuity and depth perception
Acceptable (or corrected) hearing
Ability to fit into small spaces (ricks)
Rolling of barrels for either entry into the warehouse for maturing or withdraw for processing
Reviewing daily reports to ensure barrels are entered and withdrawn from the assigned warehouse and location accurately
Check barrels for leaks and follow proper procedures to mitigate loss of liquid
Maneuver barrels in ricks alone due to space limitation
Mechanical aptitude, must be able to learn and use warehouse equipment to include escalator, elevator, grasshopper, ricker and low-rater
Drive company owned vehicle to include DOT physical
Must have a basic understanding of hand tools and be able to operate them (crowbar and hammer)
Must not be afraid of heights or working in high areas
Work in a team environment with a continuous improvement mindset
Problem solving and troubleshooting skills
Must be able to perform basic math functions
Sanitation duties keep working area clean, neat and organized
Safety is everyone’s responsibility, identify risks and report violations, near misses, or injuries immediately
Knowledge of GMP’s, safety standards, quality standards and demonstrated ability to react and communicate effectively to issues
Qualifications/Requirements Required Qualifications:
Minimum education level of High School diploma or GED equivalent
Proven stable, safe work history with excellent attendance record; minimum of one-year work experience
Must be able to work flexible shifts (1st), including weekend overtime
DOT recertification (site specific)
Display a teamwork attitude
Demonstrate the ability to read, write and comprehend English with understanding as it relates to job tasks
Ability to communicate effectively and develop rapport with internal and external stakeholders
Average to above average attendance and performance/safety records
Successful DOT physical
Valid driver's license (if applicable)
Min
USD $24.96/Yr. Max