Barrel Cooper

Job Summary

Kentucky Bourbon Barrel, a subsidiary of Independent Stave Company, is now hiring a Barrel Cooper at their Louisville, KY used barrel cooperage facility. We seek a highly motivated, self-driven individual looking for an opportunity to grow professionally with a fast-growing business. The Barrel Cooper position is a physically demanding job. The most important attributes of a candidate are punctuality, a strong work ethic, initiative, eagerness to learn, a positive attitude, and attention to detail. The position is available immediately, and starting pay is commensurate with experience.

Starting Wage: $18 to $30 based on production

Schedule: Monday-Friday 1st Shift (7 am 3:30 pm)

Essential Functions

• Strong attention to detail
• Must be familiar with all facets of barrel re-coopering, including stave and head replacement
• Must be familiar with the equipment used to drive hoops, drill staves, and inspect used barrels
• Safely operate equipment used in barrel handling operations
• Dependable with an excellent attendance record (must have reliable transportation)
• Work with co-workers and supervisors in a cooperative and respectful manner
• Responsible for keeping work areas clean, orderly, and free of hazards
• Ability to work in various body positions; bending, stooping, standing, with coordinated movements of pulling, pushing, grasping, reaching, and bilateral arm movements

Benefits - Independent Stave Company offers competitive compensation and benefits to employees at each of our facilities. Domestic benefits include:

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Medical Insurance - After 30 days
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Paid Vacation
• 401(K) (Employer match equal to 50% of your eligible contributions)
• Employee Referral

All successful candidates will possess the following skills and qualifications:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Customer-focused mindset
• Experience in a high volume, fast-paced environment
• Excellent attendance is a MUST
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform substance abuse testing and background verification checks as permitted by state law. Independent Stave Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.