Maintenance Supervisor

Sazerac Company Overview

Build your career at Sazerac! With almost 400 years of rich history, Sazerac Company has thrived as an independent, American family-owned company with operations in the United States and around the world. Since the 2000s, Sazerac has averaged double digit growth every year! Sazerac Company produces and markets the most award-winning bourbons and whiskeys in the world, including Buffalo Trace, Pappy Van Winkle, Eagle Rare, Blanton’s, Traveller, and Sazerac Rye. Additionally, Sazerac owns many popular brands across a range of spirits, including Fireball, Svedka, Wheatley, BuzzBallz, Southern Comfort, Seagram’s V.O., Myers’s, Goldschläger, Parrot Bay, 99 Brand, and Platinum Vodka.

We’re proud of our award-winning culture and distilleries. Our Louisville office has been named one of the “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” four times, and our Buffalo Trace Distillery has earned the title of “world’s most award-winning distillery” through the dedication of our craftsmen for well over 200 years. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced professional, Sazerac provides extraordinary opportunities for growth with competitive salaries and benefits in an exciting, entrepreneurial industry.

Company/Location Overview

Northwest Ordinance Distilling

707 NW Ordinance Ln

New Albany, IN 47150

Thank you for your interest in Northwest Ordinance Distilling (NOD), our first ever facility in the Hoosier state, and the newest facility in the Sazerac manufacturing network. We operate 24/7, primarily producing and bottling Fireball Cinnamon Whisky and other famous spirit brands (99 Brand, Parrot Bay, Dr. McGillicuddy’s, etc.). Founded on the principles of servant leadership and continuous improvement, our entire plant team strives to accomplish our vision:

Build the most efficient, flexible, and engaged plant and team in the Sazerac Manufacturing Network.

At NOD, we 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. We believe our people are our greatest asset. Your drive and ability to work as a team combined with our passion for people will ensure we win as a team.

Job Description/Responsibilities

The Maintenance Supervisor will be an onsite position on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule with the hours of 6:45pm-7am EST. You will be responsible for overseeing daily maintenance operations to ensure equipment reliability, maximizing production uptime, and upholding safety and quality standards. This role will be supervising a team of maintenance technicians, coordinating preventive and corrective maintenance, and will be able to drive continuous improvement initiatives that support operational efficiency and long-term sustainability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and direct maintenance technicians across shifts, ensuring clear task prioritization and accountability. Develop team capabilities through hands-on coaching, technical training, and succession planning.
• Maintain and manage CMMS data, including work orders, PM schedules, parts inventory, and equipment history. Audit maintenance documentation to ensure accuracy, compliance, and effective tracking of asset performance.
• Diagnose and resolve complex equipment issues, applying structured root cause analysis to prevent recurrence. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement sustainable technical solutions and improve system reliability.
• Support capital equipment projects, including planning, installation, and commissioning of new systems. Reinforce adherence to regulatory and safety requirements while strengthening a culture of operational discipline.

Qualifications/Requirements

MUST

• Apprenticeship program, technical school, or associates degree.
• Working knowledge of ms office products (word, excel and outlook).
• Relevant working experience to the role and strong planning/organizational skills
• Hands-on involvement with equipment and production floor activities, (In person work).

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of maintenance experience in high-speed manufacturing;
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience required.

Physical Requirements

• Fast-paced production environment requiring flexibility and multi tasking.
• Hands-on involvement with equipment and production floor activities, (In person work).
• Ability to pick up and/or move objects up to 50 pounds without assistance

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Culture and Benefits

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

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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.

What's Next?

After you apply, a recruiter will review your application and reach out to qualified candidates. Selected candidates will follow our interview process, which may include a phone screen, hiring manager interview, and panel interviews with business leaders.There may be additional steps or assessments throughout the process dependent on the position. Applicants who are not selected to move through the process, at anystage, will be notified via email. ​