Bardstown Bourbon Company
Position: Bottling Operator 2nd Shift
Status: Full-Time Non-Exempt
Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 4:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. with overtime as needed
Location: Bardstown, KY
Reports To: Bottling Supervisor
Who We Are
From bespoke bourbon production to boundary-pushing brands, Lofted Spirits is where tradition meets transformation. Expanding on the work started by Peter Loftin in 2016, and today the number one producer of Kentucky contract whiskey, Lofted Spirits pioneered a world-class, industry-shaking approach to custom contract distillation while developing some of the fastest-growing brands in American Whiskey, Bardstown Bourbon and Green River. A unified entity, Lofted Spirits is built to lead the global whiskey industry, delivering exceptional experiences through innovation, trust and transformative industry impact while crafting some of the world’s most desired and awarded whiskies. Lofted Spirits joined the Pritzker Private Capital family of companies in 2022. Learn more at LoftedSpirits.com.
Bardstown Bourbon Company is pushing the boundaries of innovation while honoring the traditional art of making great whiskey. With the most modern, technically advanced whiskey distillery, Bardstown Bourbon combines the highest quality distillation and spirited hospitality into a modern, authentic bourbon experience unlike any other on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail™. Bardstown Bourbon Co. is working to push the entire industry in a direction that is more innovative, more transparent, and more collaborative. Bardstown Bourbon was named 2023 Worldwide Whisky Producer of the Year by IWSC, Brand Innovator and Distiller of the Year at the 2025 Icons of Whisky, and the brand’s Amrut Indian Whisky collaboration, the first of its kind, was honored as the highest-rated American Whiskey by Whisky Advocate in 2024. Bardstown Bourbon Co. is part of Lofted Spirits, one of the largest American Whiskey distillers in the U.S. For more information, visit BardstownBourbon.com.
Green River Distilling Co. is a celebration of classic Kentucky – honoring the past while staying firmly planted in the present. The 10th oldest licensed distillery in Kentucky (DSP-KY-10), Green River is known as "the Whiskey Without Regrets," and enjoys a rich history dating back to 1885. Reintroduced in 2022, Green River Distilling Co. proudly calls Owensboro, Kentucky home and serves as the westernmost outpost of the Kentucky Bourbon TrailTM. Authentic and approachable, Green River offers a growing portfolio of whiskeys crafted from historic mashbills. Blended to create a smooth and welcoming taste profile, Green River Distilling Co. is a true testament to simplicity and quality going hand-in-hand. Green River is part of Lofted Spirits, one of the largest American Whiskey distillers in the U.S. For more information visit greenriverwhiskey.com.
Job Summary
The Bottling Operator plays a key role in ensuring the efficient, safe, and high-quality packaging of Bardstown Bourbon Company products. This position is responsible for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting various bottling line equipment, including labelers, fillers, and case stackers, while maintaining compliance with all quality, safety, and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong teamwork, attention to detail, and a commitment to excellence in a fast-paced, hospitality-focused environment. Key duties include performing equipment changeovers, maintaining production efficiency, completing accurate records in Distillery Solutions, and minimizing waste and downtime. The Bottling Operator upholds company values through consistent adherence to safety, quality, and food safety programs, contributing to the overall success and integrity of Bardstown Bourbon Company’s award-winning spirits.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
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Work to assure on-time production and/or delivery
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Produce at standard-and-above efficiency
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Maintain package quality standards
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Maintain high employee morale and positive relationships
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Follow safe work practices and good housekeeping procedures
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Uphold machines and/or equipment in good repair
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Operate various pieces of equipment within the bottling department, stack cases, feed cases/bottles to the line, make up knock downs, operate labeler, filling machine etc.
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Understand the operation of the equipment, diagnose operational issues, and fix.
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Have a full understanding of line controls
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Must be able to perform changeovers efficiently
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Have a general understanding of the equipment and its operation with the ability to make adjustments as needed
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Recommend changes or improvements in methods, equipment, handling, or layout
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Responsible for accuracy of required reports and record-keeping
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Input data as required in Distillery Solutions.
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Control scrap and waste
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Follows all Company, EPA, TTB, and Safety regulations and policies.
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Commitment for the Company’s ISO program including the quality and food safety of our products.
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Other duties as assigned by management
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On-site attendance
Desired Qualifications and Skills
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Have a diploma or GED, or equivalent training and experience
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Prior experience in a similar role is preferred.
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Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
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Interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
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Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
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Detail- and outcome-oriented with the ability to analyze and interpret data.
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Reliable transportation to the assigned workplace.
Physical Requirements
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While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, and climb all day; frequently lift and/or move items over 50 pounds; use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
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The employee must be able to physically navigate around a plant/production environment, including the repetitive climbing of stairs and elevated walkways.
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Frequent exposure to fluctuating indoor and outdoor temperatures.
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Limited overnight travel may be required, and travel by car, air, train, or other means of public transportation may be needed.
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The employee must have the ability to hear and understand verbal communication in person and over communication devices (phone, radio); ability to detect and respond to alarms, warning signals, and emergency notifications; ability to distinguish differences in tone, volume, and pitch for accurate communication.
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The employee must have the ability to read printed materials, digital screens, and fine print; ability to detect visual signals such as warning lights, hand gestures, or safety signs; ability to accurately perceive depth, color, and movement as required for the role; ability to operate tools, machinery, or vehicles requiring visual coordination.
Our Company is committed to equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of our Company to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees, 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.
NOTE: The Company reserves the right to modify or apply this Job Description in any manner necessary to conduct its business and meet its goals and objectives. This Job Description does not imply that these are the only functions of the job, or the only essential functions of the job. Other duties and responsibilities may be required in this position.
