Plant Operator

AppleOne Employment Services; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services is seeking a dependable Plant Operator for an onsite 1-year contract in Savannah, GA. You will support bulk loading, packaging, cleaning, equipment support, and basic maintenance in a manufacturing environment. Training will be provided, including forklift-related training as needed.

The work environment emphasizes safety, teamwork, and consistent operational processes. The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of plant or production experience and a High School Diploma or

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years of manufacturing, plant, production, warehouse, or industrial experience preferred.
• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts including days, nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Load bulk trucks using hoses, pumps, and plant loading systems.
• Fill and prepare package orders, including super sacks and related production materials.
• Operate forklifts and other basic plant equipment with provided training as needed.
• Perform basic maintenance, housekeeping, and general plant upkeep.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas throughout the shift.
• Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout requirements and site protocols.

Skills

Plant operations

Teamwork

Safety minded

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Pumps

Hoses

Loading systems

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a dependable Plant Operator for an onsite contract opportunity in Savannah, GA. This role supports day-to-day plant operations, including bulk loading, packaging, cleaning, equipment support, and basic maintenance in a manufacturing and production environment.

This is a strong opportunity for candidates with 1 to 2 years of plant, production, warehouse, or manufacturing experience who want to build practical skills in an industrial setting. Training will be provided, including forklift-related training as needed. The work environment is team-oriented, safety-focused, and built around consistent communication, hand-on support, and reliable operational processes.

The ideal Plant Operator is safety-minded, comfortable working a rotating 12-hour schedule, and ready to contribute to efficient, clean, and organized plant operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Load bulk trucks using hoses, pumps, and plant loading systems.
• Fill and prepare package orders, including super sacks and related production materials.
• Operate forklifts and other basic plant equipment with provided training as needed.
• Perform basic maintenance, housekeeping, and general plant upkeep.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas throughout the shift.
• Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout requirements and site protocols.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay: $27 to $28 per hour.
• Job Type: 1-year contract with possible extension.
• Schedule: 12-hour DuPont rotating shift.
• Shift Hours: 6 AM to 6 PM and 6 PM to 6 AM.
• Work Setting: Onsite in Savannah, GA.
• Schedule Requirements: Must be comfortable working overnights, weekends, and holidays as required by the rotating schedule.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Support bulk loading, packaging, cleaning, and general plant operations.
• Operate or learn to operate forklifts, pumps, hoses, and loading systems.
• Perform basic maintenance and plant housekeeping duties.
• Follow safety procedures, lockout/tagout practices, and operational instructions.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 to 2 years of manufacturing, plant, production, warehouse, or industrial experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of workplace safety practices required.
• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to pass the required online assessment and medical/CHR screening.
• Dependable attendance, strong attention to detail, and ability to work safely in a team-based plant environment.
• Comfortable performing hand-on physical work in an onsite manufacturing or production setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing, plant operations, chemical plant, packaging, or bulk loading experience.
• Forklift experience.
• Pump, hose, or loading system experience.
• Experience working in a safety-focused industrial environment.

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

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We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.