Forklift Operator Night Shift

Plastipak Packaging, Inc; Illinois; On-site; USD 26,518 - 27,896; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness Programs

Health Insurance

401(k) Plan

Tuition Assistance Program

Job summary

Plastipak Packaging, Inc in Champaign is hiring a Forklift Operator to manage forklift operations and maintain inventory. This full-time role involves a rotating night shift schedule, earning $20.25 per hour, plus benefits like health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of forklift experience and can lift 50 pounds. Join a clean, safe, and climate-controlled facility focused on quality and employee development.

Qualifications

• A valid driver’s license.
• Minimum of one year of forklift experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklift.
• Use RF scanning device to maintain inventory records.
• Transport raw materials and finished goods throughout the facility.

Skills

Forklift operation

Dependability

Basic hand tools usage

Job description

Overview

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 & Schedule

Shift: Nights 6:45pm – 7:15am. Standard rotating schedule of 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off, including 2 long weekends every month. Full‑time schedules are 15 working days a month.

Compensation

Pay: Earn $20.25 per hour / $19.25 per hour + $1.00 night shift differential.

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.

Qualifications

• 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 reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

• Wellness Programs.
• Health Insurance Coverage (Medical, Dental & Vision).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Life Insurance.
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance.
• Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability Insurance.
• Accidental Insurance.
• Critical Illness Insurance.
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching and profit sharing.
• Paid Time Off – 80 hours in first year and 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 (subject to eligibility).

Equal Opportunity

Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer.