Whiskey Experience Operations Team Member

Brown-Forman Corp.•Louisville, KY

40d•Onsite

About The Position

The Whiskey Experience Operations Team Member works as part of a highly collaborative, high-performing team to ensure daily equipment operation in the areas of distilling, processing, bottling, and coopering. With a zero-loss mindset, our team members focus on producing high quality, on-time and cost-efficient products in a safe environment. Team members will be trained in all areas of the operation and will assist in the development and on-going monitoring of quality and productivity key performance indicators. In addition, team members will contribute toward an overall engaging guest experience in the course of performing daily operations. What You Can Expect: Operate equipment used in bottling, coopering, processing, and distilling operations, and communicate effectively with visitors to showcase the craftsmanship and authenticity of Old Forester. Monitor fermentation process to ensure proper temperatures, times, and sequences are maintained, making necessary adjustments to operate the distillation column each day. Maintain logs and records for procedures, raw materials, and product, ensuring adequate water supply for production and fire protection, and handling bulk whiskey shipments and related SAP transactions. Promote accident prevention by adhering to all safety guidelines and standards, actively participating in required training, identifying and eliminating potential hazards, and maintaining communication with the Health & Safety Manager and EHS Committee. Wear required PPE such as steel-toed/slip-resistant safety shoes, hearing protection, safety glasses, and gloves as needed. Support team environment by providing assistance to other areas of operation, adapting to changes positively and professionally, and contributing to a collaborative atmosphere. Communicate professionally and respectfully with colleagues, contractors, and guests at all times, demonstrating strong relationship-building skills. Seek other viewpoints to aid in decision-making, problem-solving, and fostering an inclusive work environment, effectively working with people from various backgrounds and skills. Collaborate with Quality Control to ensure adherence to quality standards, collecting and recording all required quality data, and participating in monthly quality department audits. Clean and maintain work areas and equipment daily following GMP's, performing regularly scheduled housekeeping and sanitation responsibilities.

Requirements

At least one year of experience in an operations role or manufacturing environment.
Experience working within a high performing work team i.e. working in an environment where there is a shared understanding and accountability of the vision, goals and metrics which in turn promotes teamwork and collaboration to accomplish tasks/results.
Basic computer knowledge and ability to learn to operate computerized equipment and systems.
Must have good eye/hand coordination and manual dexterity in order to manipulate cartons, bottles, stickers, labels and other production supplies.
Strong attention to detail with ability to complete records and reports accurately.
Able to calibrate, read and operate a variety of complex lab instruments and gauges.
Able to enter data and generate reports using a computer.
Full body mobility and the ability to move about in a production environment to include: Bending, squatting, stooping, pushing, pulling, climbing and twisting on a regular basis.
Lifting and carrying from the ground to waist height up to 50 pounds and pushing/pulling up to 80 pounds on a regular basis .
Demonstrated ability to effectively interact and engage with consumers.
Must be able to work weekends, holidays and/or overtime as required.

Nice To Haves

Previous distilling experience.
Experience with autonomous maintenance and equipment troubleshooting.
SAP systems knowledge.
Understanding of TTB compliance and regulations.
Experience with TPM tools and success running Continuous Improvement teams.

Responsibilities

Operate equipment used in bottling, coopering, processing, and distilling operations, and communicate effectively with visitors to showcase the craftsmanship and authenticity of Old Forester.
Monitor fermentation process to ensure proper temperatures, times, and sequences are maintained, making necessary adjustments to operate the distillation column each day.
Maintain logs and records for procedures, raw materials, and product, ensuring adequate water supply for production and fire protection, and handling bulk whiskey shipments and related SAP transactions.
Promote accident prevention by adhering to all safety guidelines and standards, actively participating in required training, identifying and eliminating potential hazards, and maintaining communication with the Health & Safety Manager and EHS Committee.
Wear required PPE such as steel-toed/slip-resistant safety shoes, hearing protection, safety glasses, and gloves as needed.
Support team environment by providing assistance to other areas of operation, adapting to changes positively and professionally, and contributing to a collaborative atmosphere.
Communicate professionally and respectfully with colleagues, contractors, and guests at all times, demonstrating strong relationship-building skills.
Seek other viewpoints to aid in decision-making, problem-solving, and fostering an inclusive work environment, effectively working with people from various backgrounds and skills.
Collaborate with Quality Control to ensure adherence to quality standards, collecting and recording all required quality data, and participating in monthly quality department audits.
Clean and maintain work areas and equipment daily following GMP's, performing regularly scheduled housekeeping and sanitation responsibilities.