Lead Forklift Operator

plastipak; Jackson Center (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Plastipak is seeking a Lead Forklift Operator in Jackson Center, OH. This night‑shift role (5:00 pm–5:10 am) features 12‑hour rotations with every other weekend off.

You will lead, train and mentor teammates, coordinate work assignments and uphold safety, quality and productivity between warehouse and production. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 3+ years forklift/warehouse experience, RF scanner and SAP familiarity, data entry, and leadership potential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of forklift and warehouse experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Proficiency with data entry and SAP; RF scanner experience.
• Experience training others and demonstrating leadership potential.

Responsibilities

• Lead forklift operations and set the example for safe, efficient handling between warehouse and production areas.
• Coordinate Forklift Operator and Material Handler work assignments to uphold safety, quality and productivity standards.
• Provide on‑the‑job training and mentoring for new hires and experienced team members.
• Develop leadership skills and position yourself for future promotional opportunities.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse experience

Data entry

RF scanner

Leadership potential

Training others

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

RF scanner

Job description

If you are an experienced Forklift Operator with a desire to expand your scope by setting the example and guiding others to be successful, join Plastipak as a Lead Forklift Operator.

Location

• Jackson Center, OH

Night Shift

• This is a night shift position, 5:00 pm - 5:10 am.
• Shifts are 12-hour shifts on a standard rotating 2-week cycle (3 days on the first week, and 4 days on the second week).
• You have every other weekend off.

You Will

• Working alongside the team, set the example of excellent forklift operations in the transport of raw materials & finished goods between the warehouse & production areas.
• Coordinate Forklift Operator / Material Handler work assignments to uphold safety, quality and productivity standards.
• Provide on-the-job training and mentoring for new hires and experienced team members.
• Develop your leadership skills, positioning you for further promotional opportunities.

You Have

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of forklift operation and warehouse experience in a manufacturing work environment.
• Proficiency using a computer system performing tasks, including data entry, completing transactions, retrieving and updating documents. SAP experience is a plus.
• Proficiency using an RF scanner.
• Experience providing on-the-job training & task guidance to others.
• Past experience that demonstrates your leadership potential (this can be through work or other experience).
• Ability to lift & move up to 50 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation.

You’ll Earn

• $21.75+ or more, based on experience
• This includes a night shift differential of $1.50 per hour
• Double-Time-Pay on Sundays (regular schedules are every other Sunday). That's 12 hours of extra pay.

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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