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American Stave Company

Production Associate R

Wellston, OH · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

We focus on creating world-class oak barrels and other cooperage products, ensuring that our employees, customers, and community thrive. We are always looking for hard-working individuals to join our ...

Benton Mill

Production Associate

Benton, KY · On-site

$15/hr

... cooperage products so that our employees, customers and community flourish. We are always looking for hard-working people to join our team. A great work ethic, dedication, and reliability are a few ...

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How much do cooperage jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for cooperage in the United States is $18.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $19.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical day look like for someone working in cooperage?

A typical day in cooperage involves constructing, repairing, and restoring wooden barrels or casks by shaping staves, assembling them with hoops, and ensuring each product meets quality standards. You might spend your time measuring and cutting wood, operating specialized tools, and working collaboratively with other skilled craftspeople in a workshop setting. The role often includes lifting heavy materials and maintaining a clean, safe work area. Team members regularly check each other's work, share best practices, and occasionally work directly with customers or clients, especially in custom or artisanal cooperage shops.

What is a Cooperage job?

A Cooperage job involves making, repairing, and maintaining wooden barrels, casks, and other similar containers. Coopers use woodworking tools to shape and assemble staves, fit metal hoops, and ensure the barrels are watertight. These barrels are commonly used in industries like brewing, winemaking, and distilling. The job requires craftsmanship, attention to detail, and knowledge of traditional and modern woodworking techniques.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Cooperage position, and why are they important?

To thrive in cooperage, you need strong woodworking skills, mechanical aptitude, and an understanding of materials like wood and metal. Using hand tools, power tools, and traditional cooper's equipment is essential, and some positions may require apprenticeships or craft certifications. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to quality craftsmanship help individuals excel in this role. These abilities are critical to safely producing durable, high-quality barrels used in industries like wine, whiskey, and food storage.

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Delivery Driver - CDL Class A INCLUDES A $5000 SIGN-ON BONUS (47409)

Delivery Driver - CDL Class A INCLUDES A $5000 SIGN-ON BONUS (47409)

GREY EAGLE DISTRIBUTORS

Belleville, IL • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Job Title:  Delivery Driver Operations Assistant - CDL Class A

Department:  Delivery

Position reports to:  Delivery Manager

Primary purpose and function of position: CDL Class A Drivers will deliver beer and non-alcohol products to retail accounts and support other warehouse operations as needed.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Unload product from truck onto a hand truck and deliver product into retailers
  • Rotate and deliver product where customer requests at retail establishment
  • Pickup pallets, cooperage or damaged/ unsold product
  • Make payment collection, record transaction and reconcile daily receipts on paper invoices or handheld computer
  • Stack and separate empty kegs and pallets
  • Communicates with supervisor, customers and co-workers during the delivery process
  • Other duties assigned
  • Valid Class A Driver's License (CDL) required
  • Adhere to all Department of Transportation regulations
  • Ability to meet physical requirements of the job including, but not limited to: repetitively handling cases of beer, reaching above head height, climbing, bending, twisting, squatting, and kneeling
  • Ability to frequently lift, carry, push or pull package product weighing 50 plus pounds and draught product weighing 165 plus pounds
  • Regular and reliable attendance required
  • Ability to pass a required pre-employment physical, background, and drug screening
  • Ability to perform all essential job functions and duties as assigned

We offer... 

•    $5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS
•    Home nightly 
•    Competitive wages
•    Paid holidays
•    Paid time off
•    Medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental insurance
•    Short-term disability
•    Employee assistance plan — for access to counseling, consulting and other community resources
•    Wellness program
•    Subject to eligibility, terms, and conditions
 

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