Forklift Operator

Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator

Start your new career as a Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator with MAU at Sazerac in Bardstown, KY. As a Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator, you will safely operate equipment and industrial vehicles while supporting barrel making, processing, warehouse operations, quality standards, and daily production goals. This is a temp-to-hire opportunity.

What We Offer:

• Pay: $17–$21 per hour
• 1st Shift | 6:45 AM–7:00 PM
• 12-hour rotating schedule
• 2-2-3-2 rotating schedule (2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on, 2 days off)
• Paid breaks
• PPE provided
• Health benefits
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)

What We're Looking For:

• Ability to learn new systems and processes quickly
• Proven ability to drive results in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without assistance
• Previous manufacturing or warehouse experience preferred (2 years preferred)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work across all levels of the organization

What You'll Do as a Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator:

• Understand, follow, and promote all safety requirements related to barrel making, processing, and warehouse operations
• Safely operate equipment and industrial vehicles
• Immediately report safety concerns, accidents, and near misses
• Participate in facility-wide safety inspections and accident investigations
• Maintain a clean, organized, and debris-free work environment
• Follow established standards to consistently deliver high-quality products and excellent customer service
• Meet daily production goals while complying with safety, quality, regulatory, food safety, and environmental guidelines
• Follow all SOPs and company policies for barrel making, processing, and warehouse operations
• Perform quality inspections, equipment operation, cleaning, and general plant maintenance
• Identify opportunities to improve performance, quality, efficiency, and cost control
• Contribute ideas to improve daily operations and departmental KPIs
• Communicate effectively across departments to support operational success
• Develop a personal development plan with guidance from leadership to strengthen skills and performance
• Take ownership of career development by identifying goals and communicating progress with supervision
• Model behavior consistent with Sazerac company values and the Ideal Team Member Profile
• Build respectful, professional working relationships and contribute to a positive team environment