Forklift Operator

Plastipak Packaging, Inc; Havre de Grace (MD); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance coverage

Paid time off

Company holidays

401(k) with company matching

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Plastipak Packaging, Inc. in Havre de Grace, MD is hiring a Forklift Operator to safely move materials between the warehouse and production areas. This role features 12-hour shifts on a rotating schedule, with generous time off and opportunities for advancement within the company.

As part of a safety‑driven team, you will operate forklift, use RF scanners, maintain inventory accuracy, and support loading shipments to customers. A valid license and forklift experience are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year forklift experience.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to move raw materials and finished goods between warehouse and production areas.
• Use RF scanner to scan goods and maintain accurate inventory.
• Load finished goods for shipment to customers.
• Participate in training and on‑the‑job development.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanning

Inventory management

Team player

Lift 50 pounds

Overtime availability

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Tools

RF scanner

Job description

## Forklift OperatorApply: Plastipak - Havre de Grace, MD: Full time: Posted Today: REQ24484As a Forklift Operator, you safely & efficiently move & store raw materials & finished goods between the warehouse & production areas. At our company, Associates take pride in maintaining our high quality standards & our positive team culture. We’re also proud to be recognized as an America’s Safest Companies by EHS Today.Plastipak Forklift Operators safely and efficiently move & store finished goods and raw materials between the warehouse and production areas. Associates take pride in maintaining our high standards of quality products and our positive team culture.**We Offer*** Set Schedules. Enjoy 12-hour shifts & a unique rotating schedule with 12-14 days off per month!* Opportunity. Our business is growing and we prioritize promotion from within!* Convenience. We are located right off Pulaski Highway!* Premium pay & benefits, including 18 days of paid time off a year!**You Will*** Operate forklift to transport raw materials and finished goods between the warehouse and production areas* Use RF scanning device to scan goods and properly maintain inventory* Load finished goods to ship to customers* Grow knowledge and skills through a wide-variety of training & on-the-job experiences**You Have*** Able to work days 7 pm – 7 am* Schedule cycles are 3 days on, 2 day off, 2 days on, 3 days off, repeat* Able to work overtime, as needed* High School Diploma, GED or equivalent* Valid driver license* **Minimum of one year of forklift experience is required*** Strong interpersonal skills and desire to be a productive team member* Physical requirement includes able to lift up to 50 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation**You’ll Earn*** $20 & up, based on experienceAs 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 EmployerIn 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.