Forklift Operator/Material Handler

plastipak; Kentucky; On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12-hour shifts

Advancement from within

Premium pay & benefits

Job summary

Plastipak is seeking a Forklift Operator/Material Handler in Kentucky to safely move raw materials and finished goods between the warehouse and production areas. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and adherence to quality standards within our team culture.

You'll use a forklift and RF scanner, maintain inventory records, and participate in on-the-job training that expands your skills. Full-time schedules include 12-hour shifts with rotating days, and a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year forklift experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs individually and up to 70 lbs with a team lift.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to move materials between warehouse and production areas.
• Use RF scanner to track inventory accurately.
• Load finished goods for shipment to customers.
• Participate in training and on-the-job skill development.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanning

Inventory control

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

RF Scanner

Forklift

Job description

As a Forklift Operator/Material Handler, 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.

We Offer

• Set Schedules: 12-hour shifts & a rotating 2-week standard schedule of 3 days, 4 days is 15 working days a month as a full-time associate!
• Advancement: We prioritize promotion from within!
• Rewards: We enjoy premium pay & an excellent benefits program!

You Will

• Operate a forklift to transport raw materials & finished goods between the warehouse & production areas
• Use a RF scanning device to scan goods & properly maintain inventory records
• Load finished goods to ship to customers
• Grow your knowledge & skills through a wide variety of training & on-the-job experiences

You Have

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• Minimum of one year of forklift experience. This can be through work experience &/or education & training
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. individually and up to 70 lbs. with a team lift, with or without a reasonable accommodation

You’ll Earn

• $17.75/hour & up, based on experience
• Night shift includes a shift differential of $1.50/hr

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

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