Job Description

Start your new career as a Forklift Operator with MAU at our client in Bardstown, Kentucky. As a Forklift Operator, you will support barrel processing and warehouse operations by ensuring safe equipment operation, maintaining quality standards, and helping the team meet daily production goals.

What We Offer:

• $17-$21 per hour
• 12-hour rotating schedule
• 1st Shift Hours: 6:45 AM – 7:00 PM
• 2nd Shift Hours: 6:45 PM – 7:00 AM
• 2-2-3-2 rotating schedule (2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on, 2 days off)
• Temp-to-hire opportunity after 520 hours
• Health benefits
• Dental insurance

What We’re Looking For:

• High school diploma/GED is required
• Ability to operate powered industrial equipment
• Ability to learn new systems and processes quickly
• Proven ability to drive results in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without assistance
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to follow safety procedures, SOPs, and operational guidelines
• Preferred: 2+ years of manufacturing or warehouse experience

What You’ll Do as a Forklift Operator:

• Follow and promote all safety requirements related to barrel processing and warehouse operations
• Safely operate equipment and industrial vehicles
• Report safety concerns, accidents, and near misses immediately
• Participate in safety inspections and accident investigations
• Maintain a clean, organized, and debris-free work environment
• Ensure daily production goals are met while following safety, quality, regulatory, food safety, and environmental standards
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and company policies
• Perform quality inspections, equipment operation, cleaning, and plant maintenance
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and cost control
• Contribute ideas to improve daily operations and departmental KPIs
• Communicate effectively with team members and other departments
• Work with leadership to develop skills and improve performance
• Maintain professional relationships and contribute to a positive team environment

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Temporary work, Immediate start, Day shift, Afternoon shift

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