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Forklift Operator

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A Forklift or Pallet Jack Operator operates forklift machinery used to lift heavy loads or pallets at a construction site, warehouse or factory.

$45,604 / year median in Ohio

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Plastipak is looking for experienced Forklift Operators to join our team in Newark, OH. In this role, you will safely and efficiently move and store raw materials and finished goods between the warehouse and production areas.
Pay Rate:
$19/hour + $1.50/hour shift differential
Schedule:
3-2-2-3 rotation (3 days on, 2 off, 2 on, 3 off)
Nights:
6:45pm-7:00am Key Responsibilities Operate forklift to transport raw materials and finished goods between the warehouse and production areas. Load and unload trucks for Shipping & Receiving Use RF Scanner to scan goods & properly maintain inventory records Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications Ability to work 12 hour night shift High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required Minimum of 1 year experience operating forklift Ability to lift up to 50lbs
What's In It For You Job Stability:
Consistent schedules with long-term stability
Career Growth:
Promotion from within and opportunities for advancement
Peace of Mind:
We've been in the community for many years & offer job stability through market uncertainty As a Plastipak Associate, you receive a benefits package offering the following: Wellness Programs Health Insurance Coverage, including
Medical, Dental & Vision EAP, Employee Assistance Program Life Insurance Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Disability Insurance:
Short-Term & Long-Term Accidental Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Hospital Indemnity Insurance 401(k) Plan, with Company Matching Contribution & Profit Sharing feature Paid Time Off - 80 hours within 1st year & subsequent increases Paid Company Holidays Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Caregiving via Care.com Pet Insurance Tuition Assistance Program Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program Travel Assistance Employee Discount Programs Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirements Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer In order to process your job application, Plastipak collects and stores the personal information that you submit via this website. Please refer to Plastipak's Privacy Policy to understand how Plastipak uses and protects the information that you provide.