Forklift Operator Night Shift

Plastipak; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 26,174 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness Programs

Health Insurance Coverage (Medical, D\

Job summary

Plastipak in Champaign is hiring a Forklift Operator to safely operate forklifts and manage inventory with RF scanning. The role runs nights, with a rotating schedule and weekends off from time to time. Night shift adds $1.00 premium per hour; base pay is $20.25/hour.

We offer a clean, climate-controlled facility, promotion opportunities and comprehensive benefits. You will load/unload trucks, move materials, and receive ongoing training while ensuring safety and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Must have forklift experience (minimum 1 year).
• Valid driver's license required.
• Dependability and pride in a job well done.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklift.
• Use RF scanning device to maintain inventory records.
• Transport raw materials and finished goods throughout the facility.
• Load and unload trucks.
• Keep equipment clean.
• Learn new skills through ongoing training.

Skills

Forklift operation

Dependability

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Driver's license

Tools

RF scanner

Job description

Plastipak in Champaign is growing & hiring. We manufacture packaging for products you use every day. Our facility is extremely clean, safe & climate-controlled. Joining us as a Forklift Operator is a great way to get started with Plastipak.

Shift

Nights 6:45pm – 7:15 am

• Standard rotating schedule of 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off
• Includes 2 long weekends every month
• Full time schedules are 15 working days a month

Pay

• Earn $20.25 per hour
• $19.25 per hour + $1.00 more for night shift differential

We Offer

• Consistent Work Schedules
• Job Security
• Safe, Clean & Climate-Controlled Facility
• Promotion Opportunities

You Will

• Safely operate forklift
• Use RF scanning device to properly maintain inventory records
• Transport raw materials and finished goods throughout the facility
• Load and unload trucks
• Keep equipment clean
• Learn new skills through ongoing training

You Have

• A valid driver's license
• Minimum of one year of forklift experience
• Dependability & pride in a job well‑done
• Ability to use basic hand tools, such as wrenches, hammers, screwdrivers, etc.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation

Benefits

• 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.