Distillery Maintenance Technician: PLC & Electrical

MGP Ingredients; Bardstown (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Short-term/long-term disability

Life insurance

Retirement options

Job summary

MGP Ingredients in Bardstown, KY is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform routine maintenance on distillery equipment, troubleshoot PLCs and instrumentation, and handle electrical work. The role requires a high school diploma and at least 3 years in foods/beverages, with strong communication and multitasking skills.

You will maintain safe, clean operations and support GMP and SOP compliance. Join a team focused on quality and continuous improvement, with benefits including medical, vision,

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in food/beverage operations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work independently.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and routine maintenance per established schedules and requests.
• Assist in maintaining boiler, RO system, water softener, chiller and cooling tower operation.
• Demonstrate knowledge to service and troubleshoot PLC and instrumentation.
• Understand distillery equipment including pneumatics, pumps, hydraulics and valves.
• Work with 480v/277v and 208v/120v electrical systems.
• Maintain clean and safe working areas; follow SOP, GMP and safety requirements.
• Communicate with General Manager regarding equipment issues and corrective actions daily.
• Assist in Quality Control testing when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned by General Manager.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC troubleshooting

Instrumentation knowledge

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SCADA

Electrical testing tools

Instrumentation systems

Job description

MGP Ingredients in Bardstown, KY is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform routine maintenance on distillery equipment, troubleshoot PLCs and instrumentation, and handle electrical work. The role requires a high school diploma and at least 3 years in foods/beverages, with strong communication and multitasking skills.

You will maintain safe, clean operations and support GMP and SOP compliance. Join a team focused on quality and continuous improvement, with benefits including medical, vision,