Backup Yard Driver

Plastipak Packaging, Inc; Jackson Center (OH); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness Programs

Health Insurance Coverage

EAP

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Plastipak Packaging, Inc in Jackson Center, Ohio is seeking a Backup Yard Driver to safely move materials between the warehouse and production areas using a forklift, and to transport trailers as needed. This role follows a 12-hour night shift and rotating 2-week cycle, with every other weekend off.

Compensation includes $20.50 per hour, $1.50 night diff, and Sunday double-time, plus comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• 1 year forklift experience.
• 6 months semi-trailer driving experience.
• Valid Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to move materials between warehouse and production areas.
• Load and unload trucks for Shipping & Receiving.
• Back up movements to move trailers from yard to docks and secure them.
• Follow all safety rules, work instructions and SAP standards.

Skills

Forklift operation

Driver's license

Semi-trailer driving

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

As a Backup Yard Driver, you safely & efficiently move materials between the warehouse and production areas using a forklift, as well as transport trailers across the external areas of the facility as needed. Plastipak is an industry leader with a large operation in Jackson Center, Ohio recognized as an America's Safest Companies by EHS Today.

We Offer Night Shift Schedule: 5:00 pm- 5:10 am 12-hour shifts on a standard rotating 2-week cycle (3 days on week 1, then 4 days on week 2). Plus, you have every other weekend off. Get Paid More: Earn double-time on Sundays! You work 12 hours and get paid for 24. Job Security: While others are laying off, we're hiring! Enjoy long-term stability in a recession-resilient manufacturing industry.

You Will Operate forklift to transport raw materials and finished goods between the warehouse and production areas. Load and unload trucks for Shipping & Receiving Act as a backup to move trailers from yard area into assigned docks and then secures/locks trailer to assure no movement until released. Follows all company and local work rules, safety rules and policies, BOS work instructions and SAP standards and activities.

You Have Ability to work 12-hour Night Shift 5pm-5:10am on a 3-2-2-3 Schedule High School Diploma, GED or equivalent Valid Driver's License Minimum of 1 year of forklift experience Minimum of six months of experience driving semi-trailers. This can be through work experience &/or a training program.

You'll Earn $20.50 per hour $1.50 more per hour for night shift differential Double-Time-Pay on Sundays (regular schedules are every other Sunday). That's 12 hours of extra pay

• 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

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Plastipak is a global leader in sustainable packaging and recycling solutions. Founded in 1967 and headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, Plastipak operates over 60 sites around the globe with more than 6,000 employees.

At Plastipak, we're proud of the work we do, the products we make, and the people who make it all possible. We're family-owned, and we put our people first. You may come to Plastipak looking for a job, but you'll stay because you'll find a career. Plastipak is a place where you can build a future you feel good about.

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