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Weekend Operator Jobs in Kentucky (NOW HIRING)

M-D Building Products

Hoist Operator

Louisville, KY · On-site

... weekends as needed. • Must pass a practical evaluation and safety training prior to operating equipment. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their ...

M-D Building Products

Hoist Operator

Louisville, KY · On-site

... weekends as needed. • Must pass a practical evaluation and safety training prior to operating equipment. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their ...

Kobe Aluminum Automotive

Forklift Operator

Bowling Green, KY · On-site

$16.50 - $19.50/hr

Press Forklift Operator (Floater) Classification: Non-Exempt Department: Forging Reports to ... Must be willing to work 12-hour shifts (willing to work every other weekend and some holidays)

Yellowstone Local

Forklift Operator

Hickory, KY · On-site

$17 - $20/hr

Opportunities for overtime, weekend work, or adjusted shifts may be available based on business ... Put your forklift operating skills to work while building experience across multiple areas of ...

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Kelly Services

Forklift Operator

Louisville, KY

$20.35 - $22.85/hr

Forklift Operator Temp to Hire positions open in Louisville, KY 40216 for Forklift Operators at DHL ... Weekend shift in a very team-friendly environment! Click APPLY to apply NOW! CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:

Jurgensen Companies

Excavator Operator

Walton, KY · On-site

$20.75 - $27.50/hr

Could be asked to work evenings, weekends, and holidays * Ability to lift 50 lbs. Required Skills and Qualifications: * Proven experience as an excavator operator in underground utility and earthwork ...

Jurgensen Companies

Excavator Operator

Walton, KY · On-site

$20.75 - $27.50/hr

Could be asked to work evenings, weekends, and holidays * Ability to lift 50 lbs. Required Skills and Qualifications: * Proven experience as an excavator operator in underground utility and earthwork ...

Jurgensen Companies

Excavator Operator

Walton, KY · On-site

$20.75 - $27.50/hr

Could be asked to work evenings, weekends, and holidays * Ability to lift 50 lbs. Required Skills and Qualifications: * Proven experience as an excavator operator in underground utility and earthwork ...

ProLogistix

Forklift Operator

Hebron, KY

$16.50 - $19.25/hr

Now Hiring Experienced Sit-Down Forklift operators for Logistics Facility Located in Hebron, KY ... Will include one weekday off and one weekend day off. Will be discussed during interview with ...

Return Pro

Forklift Operator

Frankfort, KY · On-site

$14.75 - $17.25/hr

Forklift Operator KY Frankfort - Frankfort, KY 40601 Position Summary ReturnPro is looking for a ... Ability to work overtime and weekends, as needed. * Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-based ...

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How much do weekend operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend operator in Kentucky is $17.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.81 and $19.86 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a weekend operator?

A Weekend Operator is responsible for overseeing operations during weekends, ensuring that equipment, processes, or services run smoothly. Duties may include monitoring machinery, troubleshooting issues, maintaining production schedules, or handling customer inquiries, depending on the industry. This role is common in manufacturing, customer support, and facilities management. Weekend Operators are essential for maintaining business continuity outside standard work hours.

What does a weekend operator do?

Weekend Operators typically work during weekend shifts, which may include day, evening, or overnight hours depending on the facility’s operational needs. While teams may be smaller on weekends, collaboration remains essential, often involving close coordination with other operators, supervisors, and sometimes remote support staff. Operators are expected to be proactive in communicating equipment status and promptly addressing any issues that arise. This environment fosters independence as well as teamwork, and employers often provide structured handoff procedures to ensure smooth transitions between shifts.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a weekend operator?

To thrive as a Weekend Operator, you need strong operational skills, attention to detail, and prior experience in facility, manufacturing, or machinery operations, often requiring a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with control systems, safety protocols, and specific industry certifications such as forklift operation or OSHA training may be necessary. Excellent time management, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication make candidates stand out in this role. These skills are crucial to ensure efficient, safe, and reliable operations during weekend shifts when staffing and supervisory resources may be limited.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Operator job openings in Kentucky as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,744 per year, or $17.7 per hour.

Machine Operator - Weekend Shift- Days and Nights TH-SUN 7-7

Wpt Corporation

Beaver Dam, KY • On-site

$15/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 11 hours ago

Job description

WEEKEND SHIFT

THURS-SUN

Days 7a-7p or Nights 7p-7a


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Machine Operator- 3 positions

1-Saturator operator

  • Setting up the saturator unit to process material requested by customer.
  • Assisting in the threading of the production line, spreader unit, saturator unit, drying cans, and scray unit.
  • Assisting in the setup and/or change over of the production line.
  • Reducing material defects which exceed the parameters agreed upon by the Quality Department and the customer by patrolling the production line.

2-Slitter Operator

  • Threading up and for setting up slitter to cut material to length, width and tolerances requested by customer.
  • Splicing out any material defects which exceed the parameters, agreed upon by the Quality Department and customer.
  • Ensuring that the slit roll cores are cut to specification for the run being processed.
  • Doffing and taping unit rolls, prepackaging, removal of mandrels, edge trim, and placement of roll stickers.

3-Cardroom Operator

  • Breaking open fiber bales, weighing, mixing and feeding fiber into the bale feed hoppers.
  • Patrolling and inspecting the production line for potential problems.
  • Taking readings on production line machinery and recording the machine settings.
  • Reducing material defects which exceed the parameters agreed upon by the Quality Department and the customer by patrolling the production line.



Experience and Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Previous Manufacturing experience perferred
  • Ability to calculate percentages, add, subtract, multiply, divide.[1]
  • Ability to read, write and interpret and comprehend documents such as operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, schematics, technical documents and safety rules
  • Ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral or diagram form.
  • Safe Forklift operation.

Physical requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Routinely Lifting, pushing, and pulling 30 lbs and over
  • Standing for long periods, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
  • Ability to lift up to 30lbs routinely and lift up to to 50 lbs occasionally.
  • Ability to stand, to walk, to perceive distance and to distinguish color.
  • Ability to routinely use hand tools for maintenance and repair work.
  • Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms.
  • Work in an environment with moderate noise level, wet or high humidity conditions, excessive heat, extreme cold and vibration, exposure to airborne particles and moving parts.


We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Veterans encouraged to apply.


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