Operations Coordinator - Buffalo Trace Distillery

Sazerac; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401K and paid time off

Opportunities for employee growth

Job summary

Sazerac in Frankfort, Kentucky is seeking a hands-on coordinator for their Craft Bottling operation. This role is pivotal in ensuring smooth production by managing labels and inventory, and supporting a small team.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a Bachelor's degree, alongside a proactive problem-solving attitude. Sazerac offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits to foster employee growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid planning, organizational, and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate label and medallion preparation process.
• Track production needs and manage component inventories.
• Create sample boxes for customers.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Planning and organizational abilities

Analytical abilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel)

Proactive problem-solving mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

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, and Sazerac Rye. Additionally, Sazerac owns many popular brands across a range of spirits, including Fireball, 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 a family‑owned company based in Franklin County, Kentucky, whose rich distilling tradition dates back to 1787. Buffalo Trace is a fully operational distillery producing bourbon, rye, and vodka on site, and is listed on the National Historic Register. Buffalo Trace has been awarded seven distillery titles since 2000 and has also garnered more than 150 awards for its premium whiskies. www.buffalotrace.com

Job Description/Responsibilities

The Role

This is a hands‑on coordination role at the center of our Craft Bottling operation — and a stepping stone to supervision. You'll own the label and medallion preparation process for our Blanton's and Barrel Select lines, keeping production running smoothly by staying ahead of inventory needs, managing schedules, and supporting a small team of temporary employees.

Day to day, you can expect to:

• Track upcoming production needs and manage component inventories
• Prepare labels and medallions in accordance with production schedules
• Print labels and medallions, and troubleshoot printing equipment
• Coordinate with the Barrel Select team and brand managers on customer‑specific medallions
• Handle logistics for shipments to other sites and work closely with the distribution center
• Create sample boxes for customers
• Maintain accurate tracking spreadsheets
• Provide immediate support to the production line as needed
• Collaborate across all levels of the organization

Core hours are 2nd shift, with overtime and occasional 1st or 3rd shift coverage required based on production demands.

Qualifications/Requirements

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Solid planning, organizational, and analytical abilities
• Comfort with numbers and basic mathematical applications
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel especially)
• A proactive, problem‑solving mindset
• Manufacturing experience is a plus
• APICS or Six Sigma certification is a bonus

Culture and Benefits

Sazerac offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401K, paid time off, and more. These benefits may vary depending on location and work type. Learn more about how we support our employees here.

Sazerac is committed to equality of opportunity 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.