General Purpose Utility Operator

Clarios; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarios in Florence, KY is seeking a General Purpose Utility Operator to support production and maintenance teams on a 12-hour rotating schedule. The position typically starts on the night shift and includes weekend work, with mandatory overtime as part of the job.

You will rotate through plant duties, learn and perform forklift operations, and assist with various production tasks. The role also covers material handling and basic clerical duties, with hands-on training across multiple plant

Qualifications

• 12-hour shifts (days or nights).
• Weekend work and mandatory overtime.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior sit-down forklift experience preferred, but not required.
• Ability to work under close supervision and follow safety protocols.
• Strong reliability, teamwork, and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on utility role supporting production and maintenance teams across the plant.
• Observe, learn, and perform a wide variety of tasks, often serving as a relief or backup operator while gaining experience.
• Assist with production and maintenance tasks throughout the plant.
• Operate or attend auxiliary production equipment, including brushing machines, die cast machines, dinking tools, material regrind equipment.
• Help prepare, stage, and deliver process supplies.
• Learn and perform forklift operation duties as needed.
• Support plant operations through additional assigned tasks and basic clerical work.
• Follow all safety procedures and work under the direction of experienced team members.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title

General Purpose Utility Operator

Location

Florence, KY

Pay

$20.60/hour (+ $1.00/hour night shift differential)

Shift & Schedule

• 12‑hour shifts | 2‑2‑3 rotating schedule
• Day Shift: 6:45 AM – 7:15 PM
• Night Shift: 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
• Position typically starts on night shift
• Weekend work (Saturday & Sunday) required
• Mandatory overtime is a condition of employment
• Overtime paid at 1.5x for all hours over 40 per week

What We Offer

• Competitive base pay of $20.60/hour
• $1.00/hour night shift differential
• Overtime pay at time and a half
• Hands‑on training across multiple plant operations
• Opportunity to build skills in production, maintenance, and material handling
• Entry point into a manufacturing career with advancement opportunities

Job Responsibilities

• This is a hands‑on utility role supporting production and maintenance teams across the plant.
• Observe, learn, and perform a wide variety of tasks, often serving as a relief or backup operator while gaining experience.
• Assist with production and maintenance tasks throughout the plant.
• Operate or attend auxiliary production equipment, including:
• Brushing machines
• Die cast machines
• Dinking tools
• Material regrind equipment
• Help prepare, stage, and deliver process supplies.
• Learn and perform forklift operation duties as needed.
• Support plant operations through additional assigned tasks and basic clerical work.
• Follow all safety procedures and work under the direction of experienced team members.

Qualifications

• Ability to work 12‑hour shifts (days or nights).
• Willingness to work weekends and mandatory overtime.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior sit‑down forklift experience preferred, but not required.
• Ability to work under close supervision and follow safety protocols.
• Strong reliability, teamwork, and willingness to learn.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses. We also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities and accommodate applicants’ needs during the interview process.