Forester Whiskey Operations Team Member

Position: Old Forester Whiskey Operations Team Member (2 Positions Available)
** Meaningful Work From Day One:*
* The Whiskey Operations Team Member works as part of a highly collaborative, high-performing team to ensure daily equipment operation in the areas of distilling, processing, bottling, and coopering. With a zero-loss mindset, our team members focus on producing high quality, on-time and cost-efficient products in a safe environment. Team members will be trained in all areas of the operation and will assist in the development and on-going monitoring of quality and productivity key performance indicators.

In addition, team members will contribute toward an overall engaging guest experience in the course of performing daily operations.

** What You Can Expect:*
* - Operate equipment used in bottling, coopering, processing, and distilling operations, and communicate effectively with visitors to showcase the craftsmanship and authenticity of Old Forester.

- Monitor fermentation process to ensure proper temperatures, times, and sequences are maintained, making necessary adjustments to operate the distillation column each day.

- Maintain logs and records for procedures, raw materials, and product, ensuring adequate water supply for production and fire protection, and handling bulk whiskey shipments and related SAP transactions.

- Promote accident prevention by adhering to all safety guidelines and standards, actively participating in required training, identifying and eliminating potential hazards, and maintaining communication with the Health & Safety Manager and EHS Committee.

- Wear required PPE such as steel-toed/slip-resistant safety shoes, hearing protection, safety glasses, and gloves as needed.

- Support team environment by providing assistance to other areas of operation, adapting to changes positively and professionally, and contributing to a collaborative atmosphere.

- Communicate professionally and respectfully with colleagues, contractors, and guests at all times, demonstrating strong relationship-building skills.

- Seek other viewpoints to aid in decision-making, problem-solving, and fostering an inclusive work environment, effectively working with people from various backgrounds and skills.

- Collaborate with Quality Control to ensure adherence to quality standards, collecting and recording all required quality data, and participating in monthly quality department audits.

- Clean and maintain work areas and equipment daily following GMP's, performing regularly scheduled housekeeping and sanitation responsibilities.

** What You Bring to the Table:*
* - At least one year of experience in an operations role or manufacturing environment.

- Experience working within a high performing work team i.e. working in an environment where there is a shared understanding and accountability of the vision, goals and metrics which in turn promotes teamwork and collaboration to accomplish tasks/results.

- Basic computer knowledge and ability to learn to operate computerized equipment and systems.

- Must have good eye/hand coordination and manual dexterity in order to manipulate cartons, bottles, stickers, labels and other production supplies.

- Strong attention to detail with ability to complete records and reports accurately.

- Able to calibrate, read and operate a variety of complex lab instruments and gauges.

- Able to enter data and generate reports using a computer.

- Full body mobility and the ability to move about in a production environment to include:
Bending, squatting, stooping, pushing, pulling, climbing and twisting on a regular basis.

- Lifting and carrying from the ground to waist height up to 50 pounds and pushing/pulling up to 80 pounds on a regular basis .

- Demonstrated ability to effectively interact and engage with consumers.

- Must be able to work weekends, holidays and/or overtime as required.

** What Makes You Unique:*
* - Previous distilling experience.

- Experience with autonomous maintenance and equipment troubleshooting.

- SAP systems knowledge.

- Understanding of TTB compliance and regulations.

- Experience with TPM tools and success running Continuous Improvement teams.

** Hours and Pay*
* The hours for this role are Tuesday-Saturday 8:30am-5pm, including occasional holidays and weekends. The hour pay is $24/hour.

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* Who We Are:

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* We believe great people build great brands. And we know there is Nothing Better in the Market than a career at Brown-Forman. Being a part of Brown-Forman means you will grow both personally and professionally. You will have the opportunity to solve problems, seize…