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5th Shift Distillery Operator

Job in Bardstown, Nelson County, Kentucky, 40004, USA
Listing for: Willett Distillery
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-08
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Operations Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 35000 - 45000 USD Yearly USD 35000.00 45000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: 5th Shift Distillery Operator - (Friday, Saturday, Sunday 7:00PM - 7:00AM)

Overview

  • Master all production operations to a level of independent comfort. Facilitate all distilling operations including but not limited to receiving grain, milling grain, cooking, mashing, distilling, operating boiler, transfer stillage and filling barrels.
  • Follow all protocols for proper equipment use, maintenance and safety. Immediately notify the direct supervisor of observations, difficulties, errors or maintenance needs. Conduct initial equipment troubleshooting according to protocols.
  • Share expertise with teammates and seek expertise and learning from teammates. Proactively ask questions and seek needed information.
  • Work with the team to ensure all Batch Sheets and other record keeping documents are accurate and reported in a timely manner.
  • Support grain, mash and beer testing and chemistry record keeping as well as completion of other necessary Quality Control record keeping.
  • Ensure all work areas are maintained with good housekeeping in accordance with OSHA and company safety regulations. Follow all cleaning protocols to ensure proper equipment maintenance, safety of employees and a hospitable environment for guests.
  • Maintain working knowledge of automated and manual process controls and computer screens.
  • Follow the production schedule to ensure that all elements of the distilling process are running smoothly per the assigned schedule.
  • Comply with all necessary Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and Safety Protocols. Comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws.
  • Support barrel team with tank proof, filling and rolling if needed.
  • Other duties will be assigned at the discretion of the Master Distiller. Operators report directly to the Distillery Operator Lead on the shift with additional support provided by the Distillery Operations Director.
  • Note: The preceding items constitute the Primary Job Responsibilities as described by the employer.

    Qualifications
    • Must be 21 or older to apply. High School diploma required.
    • One year of relevant experience in one or more of the following areas: boiler maintenance, brewing, distilling, fermentation, food and beverage production or chemical manufacturing.
    • Must be comfortable communicating and collaborating with a team. Must be comfortable with multitasking and taking initiative. Ideal candidates would be enthusiastic about problem solving and enjoy repetitive daily tasks. Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Excel and Word or Pages preferred.
    • Must be self motivated, comfortable working independently and able to follow instruction with attention to detail. Must demonstrate an unwavering positive attitude, with a strong commitment to honesty, ethical judgment, diligence and teamwork.
    • All staff members are required to respect confidentiality and comply with all safety policies.
    • All candidates are subject to drug screening and background checks.
    Full-time position

    Work Schedule - Friday, Saturday, & Sunday - 7:00PM - 7:00AM

    Health insurance

    Vision insurance

    Life insurance

    Dental program option

    Paid Time Off

    Health Insurance and PTO go into effect after the 90 day employment probation period. Life Insurance enrollment is in June.

    Merchandise discounts take effect immediately.

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