Industrial Mechatronics Maintenance Specialist

Build your future at Sazerac — a day in the life

Picture this: it’s Monday morning in a fast-growing, family-owned spirits company with nearly 400 years of heritage. On our lines you’ll find icons like Buffalo Trace, Pappy Van Winkle, Eagle Rare, Blanton’s, Traveller, and Sazerac Rye, alongside fan favorites such as Fireball, Svedka, Wheatley, BuzzBallz, Southern Comfort, Seagram’s V.O., Myers’s, Goldschläger, Parrot Bay, 99 Brand, and Platinum Vodka. Sazerac operates across the U.S. and globally and has delivered double-digit growth since the 2000s. Our Louisville office has been named a “Best Place to Work in Kentucky” four times, and Buffalo Trace Distillery remains the world’s most award‑winning distillery.

You arrive for a Monday–Thursday, 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. shift (with some overtime) ready to own the reliability of electro‑mechanical and control systems. Your mission: keep equipment running safely, consistently, and at peak performance.

What you’ll tackle

• Execute preventive maintenance and swiftly troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and control issues to maximize uptime.
• Identify root causes and implement fixes that cut downtime and boost throughput and quality.
• Create and carry out PM routines; interpret schematics, ladder logic, and technical drawings to guide repairs.
• Champion automation and continuous improvement efforts that elevate safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Partner with operations to uphold SOPs and meet safety, food safety, quality, and environmental requirements.

About you (required)

• High school diploma or GED
• 3+ years of experience in electromechanical or industrial maintenance

Bonus points (preferred)

• Associate’s degree
• Allen‑Bradley PLC experience (programming, troubleshooting, and hardware)

Tools and tech you’ll touch

• Programmable Logic Controllers (Allen‑Bradley)
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• Conveyor systems
• Servo motors

Core skills to shine

• PLC troubleshooting
• Mechanical diagnostics and repair
• Working knowledge of 120/208/240/480 V systems
• Electrical installation and troubleshooting
• Industrial electrical systems and heavy‑equipment diagnostics
• Reading and interpreting electrical schematics

Pay and benefits

The hourly range for this role is $32.40–$48.60. Final compensation reflects relevant experience, qualifications, location, and internal equity. Sazerac offers medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and more. Benefits may vary by location and work type. Explore details here.

How we hire

Apply and our recruiting team will review your background. Qualified candidates may complete a phone screen, a hiring manager conversation, and a panel with business leaders. Additional steps or assessments may be included based on the role. If you’re not moving forward at any stage, you’ll be notified by email.

Need assistance during the application or interview process? Email

talentacquisition@sazerac.com

Equal opportunity

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.