Cooperage Laborer Louisville , Kentucky Brown-Forman Cooperage is the one of the world's largest producers of whiskey barrels. The Cooperage makes white oak barrels for maturing some of our fine brands, including Jack Daniel's, Old Forester, and Woodford Reserve. Brown-Forman Cooperage is looking for team members to work in their barrel making facility.

**Must Requirements**

High school diploma or GED

Must be at least 18 years old

Must be able to read and write English

Must be able to understand basic mathematics and read a tape measure

Excellent hand eye coordination

Be able and willing to learn and apply all Safety procedures and work practices

Be able and willing to learn and apply all Quality work practices

Be able and willing to learn and apply all Environmental and Housekeeping requirements

Must join a Union within 30 days and complete a 70 work day probationary period

Must be available to work the mostly the afternoon shift (2nd shift) or any other shift as needed and overtime as necessary

Must pass drug screen, physical abilities test, and background check

Ability to work in a team environment and be self-motivated

**Physical Requirements**

Heavy lifting and carrying from the ground to waist height and pushing, pulling and maneuvering up to 110 pounds on an occasional basis

**Preferred Requirements**

Previous experience within a manufacturing environment

Previous experience in a wood related industry

Previous experience with wood working equipment

Previous time spent on safety, quality or environmental teams at a manufacturing facility

**Wages**

Hourly starting wage of $18.51 with the potential based on position to go from $20.29 - $22.87. A $0.50 per hour shift differential for the afternoon and evening shifts.

**Benefits Available**

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Paid Vacation

Holiday Pay

Employee Stock Purchase Program

401K Savings Plan and much more

Brown-Forman Corporation is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of Brown-Forman Corporation to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees 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.

Business Area: Global Production

City: Louisville

State: Kentucky

Country: USA

Req ID: JR-00002797