Maintenance Supervisor

Company/Location Overview

Sazerac Company is an independent, American family-owned company with operations in the United States and around the world. Founded in the 2000s, Sazerac has averaged double-digit growth annually. The company produces and markets award-winning bourbons and whiskeys, including Buffalo Trace, Pappy Van Winkle, Eagle Rare, Blanton’s, Traveller, and Sazerac Rye. Sazerac also owns popular brands such as Fireball, Svedka, Wheatley, BuzzBallz, Southern Comfort, Seagram’s V.O., Myers’s, Goldschläger, Parrot Bay, 99 Brand, and Platinum Vodka. Sazerac’s Louisville office has been named one of the “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” four times, and its Buffalo Trace Distillery has earned the title of “world’s most award-winning distillery.”

About the role

The Maintenance Supervisor will oversee daily maintenance operations, maximize production uptime, uphold safety and quality standards, and lead a team of maintenance technicians.

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 have completed an apprenticeship program, technical school, or associate’s degree.
• Working knowledge of MS Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Relevant working experience to the role and strong planning/organizational skills.
• Hands-on involvement with equipment and production floor activities.

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 multitasking.
• Hands-on involvement with equipment and production floor activities.
• Ability to lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds without assistance.

Culture & 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.

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 any stage, will be notified via email.