Forklift Operator - Full Time - Day Shift

American Plastics; Kingman (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401K with a Company Match

Paid vacation and holidays

Referral bonus $500

3-day weekend schedule (2/2/3)

Educational Assistance Program

EAP

Job summary

The American Plastics Forklift Operator is responsible for safely operating forklifts and other mechanized equipment to support production, ensuring the smooth flow of materials, and maintaining operational efficiency. This role requires a combination of technical skills, physical stamina, and attention to detail to handle materials effectively while adhering to safety standards.

This position offers a dynamic role with a fixed day shift (7am–7pm), potential overtime, and a comprehensive

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and team lift up to 80 lbs.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts and mechanized equipment to support production.
• Ensure smooth flow of materials and maintain operational efficiency.
• Adhere to safety standards and protocols.

Skills

Stand for long periods

Lifting up to 40 lbs

Team lift 80 lbs

Verbal and written communication

Drug screening compliance

Job description

Full-time Description

The American Plastics Forklift Operator is responsible for safely operating forklifts and other mechanized equipment to support production, ensuring the smooth flow of materials, and maintaining operational efficiency. This role requires a combination of technical skills, physical stamina, and attention to detail to handle materials effectively while adhering to safety standards.

Work Environment

• Fast-paced manufacturing setting with exposure to machinery and moving equipment.
• May involve standing for extended periods, frequent lifting, and navigating tight spaces.
• Strict adherence to safety regulations and protocols is required at all times

This position offers a dynamic role for individuals with technical expertise, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to operational excellence in the injection molding industry.

Available Shifts

• Days: 7am – 7pm

Compensation

What you will enjoy:

Earn up to $20.75 per hour with perfect attendance.

$500 referral bonus, so bring your friends along.

Fixed Schedule

All shifts are scheduled 2/2/3:

This schedule gives you a 3-day weekend every other week!

Frequent Overtime Opportunities

• 1:1 Training
• 60 Hours Paid Vacation
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flex Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Critical Illness Coverage
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Educational Assistance Program
• 401K with a Company Match

About The Company

Empowering Growth with American Manufacturing: For over 50 years, our brands have held a core belief; manufacture and design workhorse items with the utmost attention to quality and detail through superior engineering. With these standards in mind, our products are aimed at satisfying many storage and organizational needs, while offering years of carefree use.

We are proud to be a Made in the USA organization.

Requirements

Who you are:

• At least 18 years of age.
• Manufacturing or warehouse experience is a plus, but not required.
• Able to stand for extended periods of time, bending, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 40 lbs. and up to 80 lbs. team lift.
• Communicate effective, both written and verbal
• PASS A PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG SCREEN & AUTHORIZE BACKGROUND CHECK

Salary Description $15.75-$20.75