Plant Maintenance Technician

IJW Whiskey Company, LLC•Shelbyville, KY

About The Position

The Plant Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining all plant equipment related to the distillation, storage, blending, and bottling of distilled spirits. This role also includes supporting facilities maintenance.

Requirements

2-4 years of experience with plant maintenance
High school diploma required. Technical training and certifications are preferred.
Experience in distillery, brewery, bottling, packaging, or food/beverage production maintenance.
Proficiency in troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems and equipment, to include PLCs, sensors, motors, control panels, pneumatics, hydraulics, and basic instrumentation.
Ability to read schematics, manuals, and technical manuals.
CMMS proficiency and basic computer skills.
Forklift experience.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
Must be able to lift 100 pounds at times.
Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities, climb stairs, and work at heights.
Must be able to work in areas that are not climate controlled.

Nice To Haves

Welding or fabrication skills a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance on all plant equipment, to include:
Distillery: boilers, grain handling, mash tuns, fermenters, stills, pumps, valves, piping systems, and other related equipment.
Blending and Bottling: rinsers, fillers, cappers, labelers, conveyors, and related packaging systems
Plant: HVAC, electrical, steam, water, and compressed air systems.
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control system issues.
Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergencies.
Assist in equipment installations, upgrades, and commissioning
Document maintenance activities.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Ensure strict adherence to OSHA, EPA, TTB, and company safety and environmental regulations.
Assist in maintaining spare parts inventory.
Work with external contractors for specialized repairs or inspections
Assist with or perform facility maintenance tasks as needed.