Old Forester Whiskey Operations Team Member (2 Positions Available)

Brown-Forman Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown-Forman Corporation invites applications for a Whiskey Operations Team Member in the United States. You will join a collaborative, high-performing team across distilling, processing, bottling, and coopering to ensure daily operations meet quality, on-time delivery, and cost targets in a safe environment.

You will be trained in all operation areas and contribute to KPI monitoring, QA collaboration, and an engaging guest experience while maintaining GMP practices and safety standards.

Qualifications

• One year of ops/manufacturing experience.
• Experience in a high-performing team environment.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to calibrate and operate lab instruments.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and push/pull up to 80 lbs.
• Weekend/holiday/overtime availability.
• SAP systems knowledge.
• Good eye/hand coordination.

Responsibilities

• Operate bottling, coopering, processing, and distilling equipment.
• Monitor fermentation temps and adjust distillation column.
• Maintain logs for procedures, materials, and water supply; manage SAP transactions.
• Promote safety and complete required training.
• Wear PPE as required.
• Support team by assisting other areas and adapt to changes.
• Communicate professionally with colleagues, contractors, guests.
• Seek diverse viewpoints to aid decision making and foster inclusion.
• Collaborate with Quality Control on quality standards and audits.
• Clean and maintain work areas and equipment; GMP compliance.

Skills

Operations experience

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Lab instrumentation

Data entry

Mobility

Physical strength

Customer interaction

Overtime availability

Tools

SAP

Job description

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.

Who We Are:

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 opportunities, and generate bold ideas. You will belong to a place where teamwork matters and where you are encouraged to bring your best self to work.

What We Offer:

Total Rewards at Brown-Forman is designed to engage our people to ensure sustainable and profitable growth for generations to come. As a premium spirits company, we offer equitable pay structures for individual and company performance alongside a premium employee experience. We offer a range of premium benefits that reflect our company values and meet the needs of our diverse workforce.

#LI Requisition Type: Employee Management Level: Operations Global Job Level: T4 Number of Openings Available: 1

Brown-Forman Corporation has been building exceptional spirits brands for more than 150 years, responsibly upholding our founding promise of "Nothing Better in the Market." Our portfolio of premium brands includes the Jack Daniel's Family of Brands, Woodford Reserve, Herradura, el Jimador, Korbel, New Mix, Old Forester, The Glendronach, Glenglassaugh, Benriach, Diplomático Rum, Chambord, Gin Mare, Fords Gin, Slane, and Coopers' Craft. With a team of approximately 5,400 employees worldwide, we proudly share our passion for premium beverages in more than 170 countries. Discover more about us at brown-forman.com and stay connected through LinkedIn, Instagram, and X.

Brown-Forman Corporation is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment.

It is the policy of Brown-Forman Corporation to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

Accommodations available upon request including an Interpreter.