Production Technician

Sazerac; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 26,105 - 28,860; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Shift differential

Job summary

Sazerac is seeking a Production Technician to support a fast-paced manufacturing operation in Carrollton, TX. You’ll operate and troubleshoot equipment, perform changeovers, and help ensure products meet quality standards.

The role requires 2+ years of manufacturing experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work 12-hour shifts, including weekends and overtime. Join a team focused on safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 2 years of manufacturing or production experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot manufacturing equipment and accurately complete production documentation.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as business needs require.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and perform changeovers on automated production equipment to support daily production goals.
• Perform quality inspections, complete production documentation, and ensure products meet safety and quality standards.
• Assist with preventative maintenance activities while identifying and resolving equipment issues to minimize downtime.
• Follow all GMP, food safety, safety, and standard operating procedures while maintaining a clean and organized work area.
• Provide day-to-day guidance and support to temporary team members while promoting a safe and productive work environment.

Skills

Machinery troubleshooting

Quality inspections

Equipment changeovers

Production documentation

GMP compliance

Safety practices

Team guidance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Automated production equipment

Bottling machinery

Packaging equipment

Filling equipment

Job description

Sazerac Company Overview

Over 450 of the world's most extraordinary brands are part of the Sazerac family, including BuzzBallz, Buffalo Trace, Eagle Rare, Fireball, Svedka, and more. We're proud to create spirits, cocktails, and experiences for every taste and occasion for people across the globe. Sazerac Company takes pride in fostering a vibrant culture of innovation, craftsmanship, and excellence across our distilleries and operations worldwide.

Job Description/Responsibilities

As a Production Technician, you'll play a key role in keeping our fast-paced manufacturing operation running safely and efficiently. You'll operate and troubleshoot production equipment, perform equipment changeovers, and help ensure every product meets our quality standards. If you enjoy hands-on work, solving mechanical challenges, and working with a team committed to continuous improvement, this is a great opportunity to grow your manufacturing career.

Schedule:

Shift A works Sunday - Tuesday (6:00AM – 6:00PM) and Wednesdays (6AM – 12PM).

Shift B works Sunday night - Tuesday night (6:00PM – 6:00AM), and Wed (6PM – 12AM Thur).

Shift C works Thursday - Saturday, (6:00AM – 6:00PM) and Wed (12:00PM – 6:00PM).

Shift D works Thursday - Saturday nights, (6:00PM – 6:00AM), and Thur (12:00AM – 6:00AM).

What You'll Do

• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and perform changeovers on automated production equipment to support daily production goals.
• Perform quality inspections, complete production documentation, and ensure products meet safety and quality standards.
• Assist with preventative maintenance activities while identifying and resolving equipment issues to minimize downtime.
• Follow all GMP, food safety, safety, and standard operating procedures while maintaining a clean and organized work area.
• Provide day-to-day guidance and support to temporary team members while promoting a safe and productive work environment.

Qualifications/Requirements

Required

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 2 years of manufacturing or production experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot manufacturing equipment and accurately complete production documentation.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as business needs require.

Preferred

• Experience operating automated production, bottling, packaging, filling, or case packing equipment.
• Experience in food, beverage, consumer packaged goods (CPG), or alcohol beverage manufacturing.
• Technical school, apprenticeship, or Associate degree in manufacturing, industrial maintenance, or a related field is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, and climb throughout a 12-hour shift.
• Ability to safely work around moving mechanical equipment in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, humidity, and varying production conditions.
• Regular, reliable on-site attendance and overtime as needed to support production schedules.

Culture and Benefits

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

The hourly rate for this role is $18.95 per hour, with a $2.00 per hour shift differential available for eligible night shift positions.

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.