Production Technician

Sazerac Company•New Albany, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Production Technicians at Northwest Ordinance Distilling are responsible for operating bottling equipment, monitoring production processes, ensuring product quality, performing maintenance tasks, and maintaining cleanliness of the bottling area. Production Technicians work in small teams where relationships and teamwork help drive the success of the facility. Northwest Ordinance Distilling (NOD) is the first facility in Indiana for Sazerac and the newest facility in the Sazerac manufacturing network. It operates 24/7, primarily producing and bottling Fireball Cinnamon Whisky and other famous spirit brands. Founded on the principles of servant leadership and continuous improvement, the plant team strives to build the most efficient, flexible, and engaged plant and team in the Sazerac Manufacturing Network. They are in search of talented individuals who have a strong desire to develop and hone technically sound manufacturing processes, while seizing the opportunity to grow their career and personal development. The company believes its people are its greatest asset, and emphasizes that drive and teamwork combined with a passion for people will ensure team success.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Ability to work on your feet, climbing stairs and ladders, bending, kneeling and squatting
Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for operating machinery
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Detail oriented and demonstrated ability to perform work with a high degree of accuracy

Responsibilities

operating bottling equipment
monitoring production processes
ensuring product quality
performing maintenance tasks
maintaining cleanliness of the bottling area
Ensure adherence to all Safety and Environmental Policies and Procedures
Understand and adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures and best practices to ensure quality standards and performance metrics are met
Perform equipment set-up, lubrication, changeover, and ability to troubleshoot equipment issues
Ability to operate industrial equipment (fork trucks)

Benefits

Earn up to $27/hr in your first 6 months (for experienced techs)
$7,200 in annual bonuses (for experienced techs)
3 weeks PTO available from hire date
$2 per hour premium for team members working nightshifts
Quarterly bonuses based on department and plant performance that can be annualized up to $6800
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Spending accounts
401k employer match
Numerous promotional opportunities within tier-pay structure (Tiers 1-4)