Production Technician
Sazerac · Lewiston, ME
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Production
- Industry
- Food & beverage
- Posted
- 15 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level production role at Sazerac (food & beverage) in Lewiston, ME. Operate, troubleshoot, change over, and perform basic maintenance on bottling line equipment including fillers, cappers, decasers, and case packers.
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $60k–$92k.
Median of the low and high ends of 77 live postings that list pay, out of 1240 manufacturing technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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- Base pay
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- Experience asked
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Typical $75k–$101k, from 294 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
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- Team leadership 87%
- Lean 36%
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Job Description/Responsibilities
The Production Technician plays a key role in producing high-quality spirits by operating and maintaining bottling line equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant production while supporting daily bottling operations and meeting production goals. The role offers hands-on experience with industrial equipment, opportunities for continuous improvement, and collaboration across teams to deliver award-winning products.
Required
- ✓High School diploma or GED equivalent.
- ✓Minimum of 2 years of experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or production, or relevant environment.
Requirements
- ✓Ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds without assistance.
Culture and Benefits
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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, and Sazerac Rye. Additionally, Sazerac owns many popular brands across a range of spirits, including Fireball, Southern Comfort, Seagram’s V.O., Myers’s, Goldschläger, Parrot Bay, 99 Brand, and Platinum Vodka.
Schedule: 2-2-3 work schedule
- •Night shift (5:20 pm - 5:30 am).
Sign-on Bonus: $1,500
What You’ll Do
- •Operate, troubleshoot, change over, and perform basic maintenance on bottling line equipment including fillers, cappers, decasers, and case packers.
- •Perform quality inspections, labeling, case packing, and documentation to ensure products meet safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
- •Support daily production goals by following SOPs, food safety standards, and best practices while maintaining a clean and organized work area.
- •Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance bottling line performance through continuous improvement efforts.
- •Provide guidance and support to temporary team members on safety, quality, and operational procedures.
Preferred
- +Previous experience operating industrial or bottling/manufacturing equipment.
- +Experience following SOPs, GMPs, HACCP, or food safety standards.
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What’s Next
Need assistance throughout your application or interview process? Email talentacquisition@sazerac.com.