Forklift Operator

Clarios; Saint Joseph (MO); Sur place; USD 30 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Paid vacation and 13 paid holidays.

Annual bonus opportunity (up to 3% of-

College tuition reimbursement.

401k plan with company match.

Health Savings Account contributions.

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Fitness reimbursement program.

Free battery annually

Growth opportunities

Résumé du poste

Clarios in Saint Joseph, MO is seeking a Forklift Operator for 2nd shift (2pm–10pm, Mon–Fri). You will load/unload materials, stage lines, verify quantities, and move products throughout the plant, with daily cycle counts. Starting pay is $26.23 per hour plus benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualified candidates have at least 6 months forklift experience, stand-up forklift certification, and willingness to work 12-hour days when required, with overtime and weekend availability.

Qualifications

• 6+ months of forklift experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Must be able to operate stand-up forklift.
• Comfortable working 12-hour days as needed.
• Availability to work overtime and weekends as needed.
• Pass forklift certification.
• Basic computer skills.
• Basic math, reading and writing skills.
• Must be able to wear required PPE.

Responsabilités

• Load and unload materials at the lines.
• Stage each production line with the proper materials.
• Verify quantities received and perform incoming inspections.
• Load finished products on trucks that are ready to be shipped to customers.
• Move finished products, raw materials, and parts to different locations in the plant.
• Perform daily production cycle counts.

Connaissances

Forklift experience

Stand-up forklift operation

Basic computer skills

Basic math, reading & writing

PPE compliance

Overtime availability

Outils

Forklift certification

Description du poste

Job Title

Forklift Operator

Pay

$26.23

Shift

• 2nd Shift: 2pm - 10pm, Monday - Friday

What We Offer

• Paid vacation and 13 paid holidays.
• Annual bonus opportunity (up to 3% annual salary based on Plant’s performance).
• College tuition reimbursement.
• 401k plan offered with company match.
• Company contributions available for employee Health Savings Account.
• Competitive health, dental, vision, life, home/auto purchase benefit options available.
• Fitness reimbursement program.
• Employee battery program – 1 free battery a year.
• Lots of opportunity for growth and advancement.

Job Responsibilities

• As a Forklift Operator you will be responsible for loading and unloading materials at the lines.
• Staging each production line with the proper materials.
• Verify quantities received and perform incoming inspections.
• Load finished products on trucks that are ready to be shipped to customers.
• Responsible for moving finished products, raw materials, and part to different locations in the plant.
• Perform daily production cycle counts.

Qualifications

• 6+ months of forklift experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Must be able to operate stand-up forklift
• Comfortable working 12-hour days as needed.
• Availability to work overtime and weekends as needed.
• Pass forklift certification.
• Basic computer skills.
• Basic math, reading and writing skills.
• Must be able to wear required PPE.

About The Plant

Our St. Joseph, Missouri distribution center charges, packages and ships the batteries used in cars, boats, motorcycles, and heavy-duty trucks. We opened in 2000, now employ more than 280 people and operate six days per week. We are actively involved in our local community and give back through The United Way, Camp Quality, Second Harvest Food Bank and Habitat for Humanity.

Who we are

Clarios is the force behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials—setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we’re not just making batteries; we’re shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios—where your power meets endless possibilities.

Veterans/Military Spouses

We value the leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios, those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit, ingenuity, and passion—where you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. 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 protected by law. As a federal contractor, we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses. We will also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing [e-mail]. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, and all characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report. We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law.

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