Processing Manager
Sazerac Company•Bardstown, KY
About The Position
The Processing Manager leads a large-scale spirits processing operation spanning nine processing areas, more than 200 tanks, four supervisors, four coordinators, and 32 processing employees. The role oversees batching, filtering, bulk spirits movement, flavor and liquid inventory, and the Personalized Barrel Program while ensuring production, quality, safety, and cost objectives are achieved. The manager also partners with the plant laboratory and R&D to scale and introduce new product formulas, develop a high-performing team, and strengthen processing capabilities across the facility.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field.
- At least five years of relevant experience in a fast-paced, complex manufacturing or processing environment.
- Supervisory experience within batching, processing, beverage production, or a related operation.
- Working knowledge of processing and batching activities, including production efficiency, quality controls, inventory management, and loss reduction.
Nice To Haves
- Experience leading multiple production areas, supervisors, or large operational teams.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of an organization.
Responsibilities
- Lead daily operations across nine processing areas and meet production needs in accordance with safety, quality, regulatory, budgetary, and customer requirements.
- Oversee batching, filtering, bulk spirits management, interplant shipments, and Personalized Barrel Program orders to ensure product accuracy, quality, and on-time delivery.
- Manage liquid, flavor, and ingredient inventory by improving inventory flow, controlling shelf life, minimizing expired ingredients, and reducing product loss and waste.
- Partner with the plant laboratory and R&D to develop, scale, and deliver new product formulas that meet quality, feasibility, and production requirements.
- Develop Processing Supervisors and employees through coaching, performance management, and skill development.
- Ensure consistent execution of safety, food safety, quality, and environmental practices.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
